On July 29, 2025, suddenly at Christchurch Hospital, aged 81 years. Devoted husband of Glynis, loved father and father-in-law of Lisa and Chris, Vanessa, Marcus and Sarah, dearly loved grandfather of Jerome, Anna, Ethan, Addison, Blake, Quincey, and Charlotte, and great-grandfather to Lorenzo, and Nova, a loved brother to Suzanne, and the late Cynthia. Messages may be addressed to: The family of the late Peter Whittaker, c/-PO Box 39001, Christchurch 8545. In lieu of flowers, donations in memory of Peter to St John Ambulance Rangiora would be appreciated and may be made online at stjohn.org.nz. In accordance with Peter’s wishes, a private cremation has taken place.