In loving memory

Robert “Bob” Sutherland

Date of death October 10, 2025

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Passed away at Christchurch Hospital on Friday, October 10, 2025, aged 74 years. Much loved husband of Maxine, dearly loved Dad and father-in-law of Andrew and Bridie, Alicia and Nick, and Kerri and Ray, Granddad Bob of Charlie and Lucas, Mikayla and Ella, and James and Kayla, and Great-Granddad Bob of Hazelle, and Jameson, much loved brother and brother-in-law of Leigh and Merv, and Ian and Bev, and a loved uncle and friend to many. Messages may be addressed to: The family of the late Bob Sutherland, c/- PO Box 39001, Christchurch 8545. A celebration of Bob’s life will be held at North New Brighton Community Centre, 93 Marine Parade, North New Brighton, on Thursday, October 16, at 1.30pm. Please bring a photo of Bob (and a story) to share for his memory book.

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