In loving memory

John Edwin Leafberg

Date of death October 16, 2026

Obituary

(Service No. 352397, Malaya 1960-1964, NZ Regiment, 1 Battalion, C Company): On October 16, 2026, peacefully at Lady Wigram Retirement Village, aged 86 years. Dearly loved husband of the late Glenise, loved father and father-in-law of Greg and Allison, and Chris and Rebecca, treasured Granddad of Ariana, Harley, Mitchell, and Joshua; and Sophie. Special friend of Deay. Special thanks to the staff at Lady Wigram Retirement Village for their love and care of John. Messages may be addressed to: The family of the late John Leafberg, c/- PO Box 39001, Christchurch 8545. At John’s request, a private cremation has been held.

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