In loving memory

Russell Denis (Jock) Croft

Date of death September 5, 2026

Service Details

Thursday, 10 September 2026

Obituary

On September 5, 2026, passed away peacefully at home in Amberley, aged 82 years. Dearly loved husband of Jean for 64 years, loved father and father-in-law of Andrew and the late Sylvia, Raewyn and Michael Hawes, Adrienne and Brendan Miles, loved Poppy Jock of Kimberley and Todd, and Olivia (Libby); Dylan and Jade, and Courtney and Chris, loved Great Poppy Jock of Indie, and Elise; Onyx; and Addison.

“On the ball through scrummage three-quarters and all”

Sincere thanks to Claire Chapman from Amberley District Nursing and Nurse Maude. Messages may be addressed to: The family of the late Jock Croft, c/- PO Box 39001, Christchurch 8545. A service to celebrate Jock’s life will be held in the Glenmark Rugby Club, “Omihi Hall” 9 Reeces Road, Omihi, on Thursday, September 10 at 1.00pm

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