Frances (Fran) Dodge

DODGE, Frances Julie (Fran).(nee Stamler) Passed away peacefully, surrounded by family, on Wednesday 9th September 2026, aged 61.

Much loved mother of Selina, Jamie, Anton, and by their father, Michael. Cherished grandmother to Maddie, and beloved sister of Sandy, Vicki and Paul.

Family and friends are warmly invited to come together to remember and celebrate Fran’s life at the John Rhind Chapel, entry from London and Whitmore Streets, on Friday 18th September at 1pm.

Please wear a piece of purple in honour of Fran and to commemorate the beautiful life she lived.

The family ask that, in lieu of flowers, donations be made to Wesley Care, 91 Harewood Road, via their website: wesleycare.nz

Messages to the family of Fran Dodge, c/- PO Box 26051, North Avon, Christchurch 8148