Obituaries

Michael Christie BEAVEN
On August 10, 2024, aged 95 years. Dearly loved husband of the late Barbara, loved father and father-in-law of Sally and Jeff, Matthew and Laura, loved Grandpa of Brigitte and Malian, Phillipa and Tom, Angus and Mary-Rose, Georgina and Katelynn, great-grandfather of Henry, Toby, and Esther. Loved son of the late Eric and Joan, brother of Peter (deceased) and Simon. Loved uncle of all his nieces and nephews. Beloved partner and best friend of Veronica Shepperd. Messages may be addressed to: The family of the late Micheal Beaven, c/- PO Box 39001, Christchurch 8545. In lieu of flowers, donations to St. Johns would be appreciated, and may be made online at stjohn.org.nz. A memorial service to celebrate Michael’s life will be held in the Transitional Cathedral, 234 Hereford, Street, Central City, on August 27 at 2.00pm.