In loving memory

Richard Charles Heal

Date of death April 25, 2026

Service Details

Tuesday, 5 May 2026

Wai-mana92 Kippenberger Avenue
Rangiora
Canterbury
7400
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Obituary

Sadly, passed away on Saturday, April 25, 2026, at Charles Upham Retirement Village, aged 90 years. Loved husband of the late Jacqui, loved and treasured father, father-in-law, grandfather, and soon to be great-grandfather. A great friend of many. A tireless and generous supporter of many local organisations and charity groups. Messages may be addressed to: The family of the late Richard Heal, c/- PO Box 39001, Christchurch 8545. In lieu of flowers, donations to Breast Cancer Foundation NZ would be appreciated, and may be made online at fundraise.bcf.org.nz. A service to celebrate Richard’s life will be held at Wai-mana, 92 Kippenberger Avenue, Rangiora, on Tuesday, May 5, at 10:30am.

Guestbook

  1. One on Richard’s visits to me in Scotland.
    Joanne Jones
  2. Richard Jacqui Diana Peter Grace Simon and me Joanne
    Joanne Jones

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