On February 10, 2026, passed away peacefully surrounded by family, aged 79 years. Loved husband and soulmate of Lynda, dearly loved father and father-in-law of Bevan and Heidi, Gordon and Jocelyn, proud and loving Grandad of William, and Caitlyn, loved stepdad of Luisa and Russell, Rosanna and Kieran, and loving Grandad to Shannan, Michael, and Daniella. Special thanks to the staff at Nurse Maude Hospice, and the team at St John Ambulance for their care and support. Messages may be addressed to: The family of the late Rod Thrower, c/- PO Box 39001, Christchurch 8545. A service to celebrate Rod’s life will be held at The Vintage Car Club of NZ (Canterbury Branch), Cutler Park, 661 McLeans Island Road, Christchurch, on Tuesday, February 17, at 2.00pm.