In loving memory

Rosemary Childs Thacker

Date of death June 15, 2025

Service Details

Friday, 27 June 2025

Westpark467 Wairakei Road, Burnside
Christchurch
Canterbury
8053
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Obituary

Born Rosemary Thacker, of Rowandale, Okains Bay. On Sunday, June 15, 2025, passed away peacefully in Christchurch, in her 96th year, surrounded by family. Loving wife of Bruce Douglas Childs for 72 years. Dearly loved mother and mother-in-law of Tony and Jeanette, Adrienne and Garth, and Pete and Kate. Cherished ‘Ma’ of Emily (deceased), Catherine, Heidi, Anna, Daniel, Matthew, and Thomas, and her great-grandchildren. ‘Aunty Rose’ to many, missed by many more and an inspiration to us all. Go well, love you Mum. Many thanks to the staff of Homestead Care Ilam for their care and compassion to Rosemary. Messages may be addressed to: The family of the late Rosemary Childs, c/- PO Box 39001, Christchurch 8545. In accordance with Rosemary’s wishes, a private cremation has been held. The memorial service for Rosemary will be held at Westpark, 467 Wairakei Road, Burnside, on Friday, June 27, at 10:00am.

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