ONZM, ED, JP (Reg. No Q30811, Col. RNZIR, NZA) On July 4, 2024, aged 78 years, Ross passed away peacefully at St Albans Lifecare with Christine at his side. Dearly loved partner and best friend of Christine, deeply loved and respected father and father-in-law of James and Anns, treasured Poopah of Isobel and Spike, and held in the greatest of affection by Charlotte. Much loved son of the late Douglas and Kathleen, loved brother of the late Kevin, Noel, and Robin, loved uncle, esteemed friend, colleague, fellow Serviceman, and Rotarian. Sincere thanks to Dr Heather Benn, and to the staff of St Albans Lifecare for their compassionate care of Ross. Messages may be addressed to: The family of the late Ross Milne, c/- PO Box 39001, Christchurch 8545. In lieu of flowers, donations to the Prostate Cancer Foundation NZ, or to the SPCA in memory of Ross would be appreciated and may be made directly online at prostate.org.nz/ways-to-give or  spca.nz/donate. The service to celebrate Ross’ life will be held in our Westpark Chapel, 467 Wairakei Road, Burnside, on Monday, July 15, at 2.00pm, followed by a private cremation.

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