Obituaries
Mitchell John PURCELL
On Friday, July 10, 2026, at Christchurch Hospital, surrounded by loving family, aged 25 years. Much loved and adored son of Sam, Keith and Christine, loved brother of Alex and Gemma, Jasmine and Harry, Tyler and Charlotte. Loved grandson and nephew. A special thank you to Cloe for her friendship and special care of Mitch, and the many carers and support people that touched his life. Messages may be addressed to: The family of the late Mitchell Purcell, c/- PO Box 39001, Christchurch 8545. In lieu of flowers, donations to Conductive Education Canterbury would be appreciated, and may be made to bank account: 03-0823-0391604-00. A celebration for Mitchell will be held at Westpark, 467 Wairakei Road, Burnside, on Monday, July 20, at 2.00pm, followed by a private cremation.