In loving memory

Phoenix Mellaque

Date of death June 17, 2026

Service Details

Friday, 26 June 2026

Wai-mana92 Kippenberger Avenue
Rangiora
Canterbury
7400Get directions

Obituary

On Wednesday, June 17, 2026, passed away unexpectedly after a medical event in Christchurch, aged 43 years. Dearly loved husband of Malcolm. Treasured brother and brother-in-law of Emma and Jeff, Charlotte and Dave, Grace and Shub, and Robert and Zen. Much loved by his nieces and nephews, and his mother-in-law Ann. Son of Michael de Lautour and cherished by the late Min Brookland. Phoenix meant so much to so many and will be greatly missed. Messages may be addressed to: The family of the late Phoenix Mellaque, c/- PO Box 39001, Christchurch 8545. The funeral service for Phoenix will be held at Wai-mana, 92 Kippenberger Avenue, Rangiora, on Friday, June 26, at 2.30pm, followed by private cremation.

Guestbook

Devastating news. Our thoughts are with you Malcolm.
Leeza and Anton WillisJune 24, 2026
Our thoughts and love to all the family in this tragic time. A life cut way to short Phoenix xxx
Scott and Donna BrooklandJune 24, 2026
Go well Phoenix, the world's a little dimmer without you in it. xxx
KirbyJune 26, 2026
That was a beautiful service for Phoenix, he was such a beautiful soul. My thoughts are with you Malcolm, family and friends.
AnonymousJune 26, 2026

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