In loving memory

Kevin James Bethwaite

Date of death April 14, 2026

Service Details

Friday, 24 April 2026

Oaklands500 Wigram Road
Christchurch
Canterbury
8025Get directions

Obituary

On Tuesday, April 14, 2026, at Christchurch Hospital, aged 76 years. Loved husband of Lyn, dearly loved father and father-in-law of Barbi and Chris, Braden and Melissa, much loved Grandad of Madeline, Alexia, Edward, Birdie, and Harriet, loved brother of Warwick and Karen. Messages may be addressed to: The family of the late Kevin Bethwaite, c/- PO Box 39001, Christchurch 8545. A memorial service to celebrate Kev’s life will be held at Oaklands, corner Halswell Junction and Wigram Roads, Halswell, on Friday, April 24, at 2:30pm.

Guestbook

Kevin, working with you was always a treat. An airshow every day! Can't believe you've beaten me to the Pearly Gates! .Our thoughts and prayers go out to Lyn and the family. Noel and Clare Burr
Noel BurrApril 23, 2026

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