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Rita Alice Jackson
1940 - 2025Jackson – Rita Alice (Harris) Formerly of Reefton. Rita passed peacefully on 5th July 2025. Loved wife of Alex for 65 years. Daughter of Gordon and Mary Harris, sister to Ellis, Irene and Bill, “all deceased” Mother and mother in law to Beryl and Baz, Neville and Barry. A special heartfelt thank you to the staff and residents of Bloomfield Court Retiremen...WHEN
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Paul Edward John Ayres
1958 - 2025Passed away suddenly on 30 June 2025. Much loved husband and best friend of Shona for 43 years. Loved Dad of Jonathon and Sarah, Ryan and Kimberley. Cherished Pop of Maddison and baby Dallas. Dearly loved son of Patricia Ayres-Peoples and the late Murray Ayres. Loved brother to Coral and Pete, Bruce and Pam and brother in law Wayne. Loved by his nieces...
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Janice Shirley (Jan) Blackwell
1941 - 2025Of Christchurch.
On July 2, 2025, peacefully in her sleep, aged 83 years.
Loved aunt of Anita Fraser and family.
Special thanks to the staff of Rosewood Lifecare for their wonderful care over the past three years.
Jan’s funeral service will be held at the John Rhind Chapel, entry from London and Whitmore Streets, Richmond, C...
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Kathleen Joyce Keown
1932 - 2025KEOWN Kathleen Joyce:
Passed away peacefully, on Sunday, June 29, 2025, aged 93. Wife of the late Paddy, much loved mum of Kerry, and Sheena, much loved nana of Tyler, Jaxon, and Lewis, great-grandmother of Lincoln, and August.
“This day the Lord hath given me has ended”
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Benjamin (Ben) Coates
1995 - 2025Passed away unexpectedly due to a medical event at home on Wednesday June 25, 2025 aged 29 years. Adored son of Jeremy Coates and Vicky Ward. Much loved brother of George and Harriet. Loved stepson of Sonja. Will be sadly missed by the extended family and many friends. Messages to the family of Ben Coates c/- PO Box 26051 North Avon, Chri...
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Wed 2nd July 2025 at 10:00 amWHERE
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John Gallagher
1951 - 2025GALLAGHER John Rhodes:
Died at home on June 25, 2025, aged 73, after fighting a long and courageous battle with Parkinson’s and heart issues that he knew he was never going to win.
Loved husband of Maree for 52 years (and they said it wouldn’t last). Loved father and father-in-law of Chris and Belinda, and Brett. Outstan...
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Martin Jones
1942 - 2025With family by his side, on 28th June 2025, at Christchurch Hospital, aged 83 years.
Much loved husband of Christine, father of Haydon, Nick, and Caroline. Pop to Saaras, and Carraway.
Son of the late Nacy and David. Son-in-law of Val and the late Don Borrell.
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Helen Ada Isabel Love (nee Strang)
1935 - 2025Died peacefully in Christchurch on June 26, 2025; in her 90th year.
Dearly loved wife of the late Bernie; mother and mother-in-law of David and Caroline, Christine and Neil, Deirdre and Garry, Hamish and Rachelle; and grandmother of Elliot, Samuel, Rebecca, Benjamin, Luke, Ruby, and William. Loved sister and sister-in-law of Lindsay and Geneviev...
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Christopher (Chris) Laurie
1950 - 2025On Sunday June 22, 2025, passed away at home after a brief illness, aged 74 years.
Beloved husband to Samla.
Loved father and father-in-law to Stephen and Katie, Simon and Shine, Michael and Laura. Grandfather of Sophie, Jack, Tatiana, Tehani, Hanalei, and George.
Loving big brother and brother- in- law of Grant, Nick and Helen, De...
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Andrew Robert (Drew) Gibb
1954 - 2025Passed away in Otautahi on June 20 (Matariki) 2025. Aged 71. Son of the late George and June Gibb. Loving stalwart and husband of Ann Currie. A loved brother and brother-in-law of Jenny and John, Carol and Max, Dave and Judy, Tony and Ya Yang, Pam and Ron, and much-loved uncle of Jeremy, Ellen and Dan, Maala, Jesse and Vanessa, Darcy and Tania, Rosa an...
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Doreen Withington
1933 - 2025Passed away peacefully on Friday 20th June aged 92 years. Beloved wife of the late Ray, much loved mum of Susie, Linda, John and Steve,
mother-in-law of Richard, Cooke, Kirk, Mark, Julie and Juan. Loved grandma of 13 grandchildren and 13 great grandchildren.
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Glenis Averil Foster
1936 - 2025FOSTER, Glenis Averil – On June 18, 2025, peacefully at her home in Prebbleton, in her 89th year.
Dearly loved wife of Neil, much loved mother and mother-in-law of Jo and Matt, and Michelle and Gina, and a loved nana of Sophie and JJ
The Funeral Service for Glenis will be held in The John Rhind Chapel, entry from London o...
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Frances Irene Dalley
1938 - 2025DALLEY Frances Irene (nee Solomen)
Passed away on Tuesday, June 10, 2025, at Christchurch Public Hospital, Aged 86. Loved mum of Peter and Jo, Sarah and Steve, grandmother of Courtenay, Fraser and Hannah, and Olivia, great-grandmother of Noah, loved sister of Helen, Ian, and the late Paul.
A special thank you to the staff...
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Michael Timu
1933 - 2025Michael Rumatiki TIMU (Mike)
Mike, stubborn and determined to the end, passed away peacefully with his family by his side, at Essie Summers Retirement Village on Friday evening, 30 May 2025, at the age of 92 years.
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Pamela May Symes
1948 - 2025SYMES Pamela May (Pam)
On June 16th 2025 surrounded by her loving family, at Ngaio Marsh.
Much loved wife of Geoff, dearly loved mother of Donna, the late Tracey, Sheree, and Shane.
Loved and cherished grandmother of Leah and James; Liam; Anthony, Jacob, Geoffrey, Kimberly; and Ava
Loved great grandmother of Marce...
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Dorothy May Jones
1932 - 2025JONES Dorothy May (nee Eder) It is with heavy hearts that we share the passing of our beloved mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, Dorothy May Jones, who left us peacefully on Friday, June 13, 2025, at Christchurch Hospital, aged 93. Cherished and much-loved wife of the late Raymond (Ray) Jones. Dorothy was the ...
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Ian Mackenzie Orr
1942 - 2025ORR Ian Mackenzie
On June 8th 2025, at Christchurch Hospital.
Dearly loved husband of Suzanne. Loved father of Rebecca, Ian will be sadly missed by all his family...
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Heal Jennifer
1935 - 2025HEAL, Jennifer Anne:
On 11 June 2025, Jenny passed away shortly after a fabulous and vibrant 90th birthday celebration with family and friends.
An inspiring loving mum to Hazel and Robert, Martin and Lesley, and Sally Ruth. Loved and admired by her mokopuna, Bessie, Meg, Lena, James, Violet, Ellen, Finn, Cyhtle and Jasper...
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Roger John Smith
1944 - 2025SMITH Roger John
Died peacefully at Christchurch Hospital on Sunday June 8, 2025 aged 80 years. Beloved husband of Jean. Dearly loved father and father-in-law of Damian and Kookai, Yvonne and Phil Giddens. Much loved uncle to his nephews and nieces and their families. Loved brother and brother-in-law to Geoffrey (deceased) and Ann (England), Rup...
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Estelle Molyneux
1929 - 2025MOLYNEUX, Estelle Roberta Anne (nee Stokell):
On June 7, 2025, peacefully at Essie Summers Resthome, Christchurch. In her 96th year.
Dearly loved wife of the late Richard (Dick) for 66 years. Loved mother and mother-in-law of Neil and Edith, and Dave and Mary. Much loved Nana of all her grandchildren and great-grandchildr...
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Sister Deirdre Nelson
1932 - 2025Nelson, Sister Deirdre (Holy Faith Sisters)
Died peacefully on 8th June 2025 in the loving care of the staff at Diana Isaac Retirement Village, Christchurch, late of Christchurch, Canberra and Auckland. Formerly of Christchurch, she is predeceased by her parents Gertrude and Albert, her sister Fay, her brothers Paul, Philip and Roge...
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Mary Joyce Walker
1925 - 2025WALKER Mary Joyce (Joyce)
died in Christchurch 4th June 2025 aged 99 years, to join her beloved late husband, Peter.
Loving and inspirational mother of Jo-anne, and grandmother of Charles, Rose and Eloise. Great-grandmother of Layla, Skye, and Carter. Loving Mum and rock of Warwick, and most elegant Nana of Mar...
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Thu 12th June 2025 at 12:00 pmWHERE
Christchurch North - St Gregory's Catholic Church
26 Cotswold Avenue, Christchurch, 8053
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Julian Alfred (Jules) Harding
1955 - 2025Glenda, along with Abby and Alan, Tyler and Lauren, Rosie and Ariana, and Stephen and Rachel are deeply saddened to share the loss of their very loved father and father-in-law, and much-loved Poppa J of Emily, BP1, BP2, Huxley, Quinn & Tallulah. Jules is also a loved son of the late Len and Joy Harding, great friend and brother-in-law of Carolyn an...
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June Rose Gardner
1930 - 2025On June 1, 2025, June passed away peacefully surrounded by love and comfort, at Bainswood on Victoria. June has left a legacy behind to be proud of, through her children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren.
The one constant, always in our lives. Very much missed, never forgotten
A special thank you to all the team at Bainswood for thei...
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Therese Slade (Wood)
1951 - 2025On the 4th day of June 2025 at Burwood Hospital, Christchurch, following a long illness, aged 73 years. Very deeply loved wife of Des Wood, much loved mother and Sarah, Eve, Tom and the late Rachael.
Loved daughter of the late Bernie and Phyllis, and loved sister to Paul and Diane, Adrienne and Alex, Anthony and Tracey, Joane, and Ann...
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Ann Mary Booth
1933 - 2025Booth
Ann Mary,
Died peacefully on June 3rd at the Anthony Wilding Retirement Village after a long and fulfilled life, aged 91 years.
Beloved wife to the late Michael Davie and David Booth.
Much loved and cherished mother of Jonathan and Beverley, Pete and Wendy, Jennifer and Robbie, and...
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Fri 6th June 2025 at 11:00 amWHERE
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Jeanette Hoare
1939 - 2025Passed away very peacefully, surrounded by family on 30th May 2025, aged 85 years. Darling wife (of the late) Graeme, much adored mother and mother-in-law of Jeff and (the late) Celia, Sherryn and Mark, and Christeen. Loved Nana and GG of Matt & Caity, Chris & Harrison and Maddie and Louie. A much-loved daughter, sister, sister-in-law, aunty...
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Rob McIntosh
1959 - 2025McIntosh, Rob Roy (Bomber),
On Monday 26 May 2025 at Burlington Care Centre, resting peacefully on his bed, aged 65 years.
Dearly loved father of Lachie, Holly, Greer, father-in-law of Ryan, and former husband of Robyn.
Special thanks to all the amazing staff at Burlington Care Centre for their care and support of Rob...
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Norma Anthony
1929 - 2025ANTHONY Norma
On Thursday, May 29th, 2025, peacefully at Arvida Park Lane Rest Home, in her 97th year.
Dearly loved wife of the late Jim Anthony. Loving mother of Len (deceased), James Mark, and Denise. mother-in-law of Virginia (deceased), Mary, and Michael.
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Rosemary June Mills
1928 - 2025MILLS Rosemary June
Aged 96 peacefully passed away in the early hours of Monday 2nd June at Christchurch Hospital after a short illness.
Dearly loved wife of Walter Mills, Mum to Gary and Julie, Grandma to Nic, and Katie, sister to Gwen and Gordon, Sister-in-law & Auntie to many family members in the United...
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Margaret Ann BUSHELL
1940 - 2025Margaret Ann BUSHELL
On May 26, 2025, at Charles Upham, aged 84 years. Dearly loved wife of the late Robin. Loved and cherished mother and mother-in-...
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Paula Morgan
1953 - 2025Peacefully on 24th May 2025 at home surrounded by her family, aged 71 years. Dearly loved wife of Gavin.
Much loved mother and mother-in-law of Rebecca and Chris, and Miranda and Glenn. Treasured Granny to Zahlya, Rosie; Piper, and Ryder.
Loved sister and sister-in-law to Terry and Dawn, Barbara and Rex, Lynn, Ross and Ange, ...
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Lynette Joy McMorran
1963 - 2025McMorran; Lynette Joy (Lynne),
Lynne passed away at Ngaio Marsh, Christchurch on May 27th, 2025. Dearly loved daughter of Shirley and the late Bill McMorran. Loved sister of Kevin, and loved and special aunt of Emma.
Respected friend of Debby, and Ruth, and a friend to many.
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Janice Mary nee Stalker ‘Jan’. THAYER
1950 - 2025THAYER Janice Mary nee Stalker ‘Jan’
It is with deep sadness that we share the passing of our much loved Mum, on Wednesday 28 May surrounded by family.
A devoted Mum to Aaron Swales and Kylie Schaare, mother-in-law to Danny.
Treasured Janna to Kurt, Zynaida, Shelby, Ryan, Dylan and Hollie, Great Janna to Layla and Rayne.
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Michael Joseph Gousmett
1952 - 2025DR GOUSMETT Michael Joseph
FGNZ, PhD, BCom (Hons), BBS Dip, CM Dip Tchg
Passed away peacefully surrounded by his family at Nurse Maude Hospice on Sunday May 18, 2025, aged 73 years. Beloved wife of Mary Gousmett (Fraser). Dearly loved Dad, Father-in-law and Stepdad of Bryce, Sharyn and Adrian, Julia and Michiel; Sarah, Damian and Sarah, S...
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Fri 30th May 2025 at 10:00 amWHERE
Cameron David FOWKE
1995 - 2025It is with a heavy heart we announce the death of our beautiful son and brother Cameron. He was 29 taken from us far too early. He was a much loved son of Karen and Simon and much loved brother of Matthew and Julia . Loved nephew of Heather and Paul and Christine . He was a much loved cousin and best friend to David and Sasha. Loved cousin of Alexandra...
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Doris Brown
1933 - 2025Brown, Winifred Doris,
On Thursday, May 22, 2025, Doris died peacefully at Nazareth Care, surrounded by family. Doris was the loved wife of the late John David Brown, and the loved mother of Paul and Margaret, Gary and Lynne, Megan and Dave, and Patsy and Taz. She was a proud grandmother and great-grandmother and will be sadly missed by her fami...
June Leggett
1933 - 2025LEGGETT, June Fleur, (nee Bradbury)
On Sunday 25th May at Christchurch Hospital, aged 91 years . June died peacefully surrounded by her children and family
June was a precious and much loved mother of Amanda, Nic, Chris and her late Mark, very special mother-in-law of Liz, and Bridget, cherished grandmother to Georgina , Wi...
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Secret Valerie (Val) Wildbore
1923 - 2025Passed away peacefully at Bethesda Care Home and Hospital on Tuesday, May 27, 2025, aged 101 years.
Beloved wife of the late Ivan (Ike) Wildbore, and also the late Ernest (Ernie) Teague. Beloved mother of Col (dec) and Eric Blackburn, Secret, and the late Trev and Sandy Teague. Cherished Nana to her grandchildren, Michael (dec), Rick, Becky, Sco...
Dr. Anthony John (Tony) Bowen
1941 - 2025BOWEN Dr. Anthony John (Tony)
On May 20th 2025, at Christchurch Hospital aged 83.
Dearly loved husband of the late Betty; and cherished companion of Susanne Leeming.
Much loved father and father-in-law of Richard and Renata, and Christopher and Janna.
Dziadek to Laura, and opa to Saoirse and Cara.
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Thomas (Tony) Jones
1953 - 2025Tony passed away at the Christchurch Hospital on Wednesday May 21st, 2025, aged 71 years.
Dearly loved partner of Jenni, dearly loved husband of the late Margaret, a treasured father, father-in-law and grandad of Lisa and Brett, Caitlin and Jayme, Tracy, Randal, Natalia and Charlize.
Loved brother and brother-in-law of Julie an...
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Maria Elisabeth van Vuuren
1962 - 2025VAN VUUREN Marinda
Our beautiful Marinda slipped away peacefully on Thursday 22nd May 2025. She will be sadly missed by Don, Nicole, Natasha, Dan, Mathéo and her caring friends that were by her side during this hard time. We have so many great memories of her over our years together. The family also wish to thank the lovely staff at ChCh hospit...
Russell James Lange
1954 - 2025LANGE Russell James, on May 17th 2025 at Christchurch Hospital Dearly loved husband of Jill, much loved father and father-in-law of Jasmine & James, Adam & Hana, and Nick & Bridget; and adored Pops of George, Annabelle, and Henry.
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Tue 27th May 2025 at 1:00 pmCarlton Stuart Kirk
1961 - 2025KIRK Carlton Stuart (Carl) “Rocky”:
Passed away Tuesday, May 20, 2025, aged 63. Beloved son of the late Richard (Dick) and Alleyne, adored brother of Melanie and Mick, cherished uncle of Amelia (Millie) and Rick, Jess and Dan, and Thomas (Tommy), great uncle of Bailey, Ruby, Abel, Phoenix, Charlie, Ollie, and Gracie, loved nephe...
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Dorothy Manu Haywood
1938 - 2025Peacefully at home in Christchurch on Saturday, 17th May 2025, aged 86 years. Dearly loved wife of the late F. Ross Haywood.
Loved mother of Ross and Claire, Nick and Danine, and Ruth. Loved Grandmother of Stephanie and Matthew, James and Rachel, Cassandra and Joel,
Elsa, Connor and Flynn, and a loved great Gran...
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Audrey Smitham
On May 17, 2025, at Bainswood on Victoria, Rangiora, aged 96 years.
Beloved wife of the late Bob (Robert), treasured mother of David and adored Gran of Sheridan, the late Dominic, and Jonathon, special auntie to Richard.
“Both Audrey and Bob loved travelling throughout Europe and sadly both have now had their last trips”
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Russell Fergus
1935 - 2025On Monday May 12th 2025 at Christchurch Hospital , Russ in his 91st year, passed away surrounded by his loving family.
Dearly loved husband of both the late Janice Fergus and the late Phyllis Fergus. Adored father and father in law of Karen and Richard, Glenn and Mel, and Blair.
Loved brother of Colleen Cole and cherished Pop t...
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John Simpson
1925 - 2025SIMPSON, Professor Harold John (John): ONZM
Died Sunday, 18 May 2025, aged 100, at Merivale Retirement Village, Christchurch.
Beloved husband of the late Ming Simpson (d.2012), father of Andrew, Jane, and Hugh, and grandfather of his only grandchild, Francis.
RIP
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Maree Louise Buckley
1971 - 2025BUCKLEY Maree Louise – (Pixie) –
On May 17, 2025, peacefully after a long illness at Homestead care Ilam Christchurch, aged 53 years. Dearly loved mother and mother in law of Crystal Elizabeth Haar, Aaron and Amelia, Michaela and Corbin, loved Nana Pikky of Malachi and Freya; Kasiyas, and loved sister of Michael. Messages ...
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Austin Lariman Sawrey Saunders
1965 - 2025Peacefully on May 19, 2025, in his 60th year.
Dearly loved son of the late Lynn and Dorothy Saunders.
Loved nephew of Denva, Gary and Margaret, Nicole, Jenny and the late Frank Riley, and a special cousin to his wider family.
A sincere thanks to the staff at Banbury Park Care Centre for their care of Austin.
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Neeltje (Nellie) van Groen
1930 - 2025On 24th May 2025 at Charles Upham Resthome, aged 94 years. Dearly loved wife of the late Albert.
Loved mother and mother-in-law of Catherine and Jim, and Jackie and Robert. Loved Oma to Robert and Anna, and Jessica.
Messages may be addressed to ‘The van Groen Family” c/- PO BOX 26051, North Avon, Christchurch...
Zephrine Eleanor Gardiner
1933 - 2025GARDINER Zephrine Eleanor:
Passed peacefully at Rose Court, on Saturday, May 10, 2025. Aged 92. Dearly loved wife of Peter for the last 65 years, loved and cherished mum of Nelson, Megan, and Traci, much loved Zephie to all her grandchildren and great-grandchildren. A funeral to celebrate the life of Zephrine will be held at St ...
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Brigid Sullivan
1941 - 2025SULLIVAN, Brigid Clare (nee Crowe):
Died peacefully at home on May 15, 2025 (aged 84).
Loved wife of Dick for 60 years. Eldest daughter of Tim and Clare Crowe.
Much loved Mother and Nana of her 7 children, 17 grandchildren and 2 great-granddaughters; Tim and Carol and Jonathan, UK.
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Nazareth Community of Care - Nazareth House Christchurch
220 Brougham Street, Christchurch, 8023
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Ashley Pascoe
1956 - 2025PASCOE, Ashley William,
Sadly, on Tuesday 13 May 2025, in Christchurch, at the age of 69.
Dearly loved partner of Jacqueline, loved brother of Richard, and Kim and their families.
Special thanks to all the staff at the Burwood Spinal Unit for their wonderful care of Ash.
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Anne Robertson
1937 - 2025ROBERTSON Anne (nee Stuart):
ROBERTSON Anne (nee Stuart): Passed peacefully in Christchurch Hospital on Saturday, May 17, 2025, aged 87. Loved daughter of the late David and Anne, dearly loved mother of Ian, Stuart, and Julie, much loved nana to Hamish, Anna, and Alice, loved sister of David, sister-in-law Kath...
Carmel Mary Montgomery
1944 - 2025Montgomery, Carmel Mary
On 8 May 2025 in her 82nd year. Passed away peacefully with her family by her side. Loving and treasured wife of Paul and devoted mother to Kate and her partner Hamish Win, beloved Grandmama of Cleo, special friend of Hamish Lucas and cherished friend of many.
R.I.P
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Fri 16th May 2025WHERE
Nazareth Community of Care - Nazareth House Christchurch
220 Brougham Street, Christchurch, 8023
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Robert Crawford 'Roy' TOULSON
1934 - 2025On May 11th 2025, peacefully at Palm Grove Care Centre, aged 91 years.
Dearly loved husband of Dorothy, Much loved father and father in law of Andrew and Karyn, Tim and Tanja and Jonathan and Rachelle. Much loved grandad of Liam; Joseph, and Simon; and Lily, and Jack.
Loved brother of Gillian.
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Barry William Gadsby
1940 - 2025Late of Cornwall Gardens, Christchurch. On May 8, 2025, at Metlife Merivale Village, on the eve of his 85th birthday.
A loved son, brother, uncle, and friend. A member of the Order of St Lazarus of Jerusalem, Barry was also a dedicated friend to the Sisters of the Carmelite Monastery, and a long-time appreciator of the arts, theatre, and horticu...
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Philip Gordon Mitchell
1942 - 2025MITCHELL, Philip Gordon:
Passed peacefully on Thursday, May 8, 2025. Aged 83. Dearly loved Husband of Beth for the last 61 Years. Adored father of Suzanne, and Vicki and Tony. Cherished grandfather and great-grandfather of Robert, the late Stephen, Scott, Caleb, Grace, and Olivia. A special thank you to the staff at Palm-Grove R...
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William Alexander McCaw
1927 - 2025McCaw, William Alexander (Bill)
Died at Christchurch Hospital on 6 May aged 97, beloved husband of the late Bunny, much loved father and father-in-law of David, Steph and James, Marie and Paddy, John and Susan, and cherished grandfather of Brooke. Bill was also a devoted uncle and great uncle to his many nieces and nephews.
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Tue 13th May 2025WHERE
Holy Family Parish - Our Lady of Victories Church
106 Main South Road, Christchurch, 8042
Kenneth Robert (Ken) Lewis
1955 - 2025LEWIS Ken Robert:
Passed away on Wednesday, May 7, 2025. Aged 69. Much loved partner of Corrina for more than 20 years. Treasured son of the late Owen and Ngaire. Adored brother of Roger, Tony, and the late Jackie. A special thank you to the ambulance staff, and the nurses and doctors at Christchurch Hospital for keeping Ken co...
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Rosalie (Rose) Eyre
1944 - 2025Peacefully at Bupa Parklands on 6th May 2025, aged 81 years. Dearly love wife of the late Rex.
Dearly loved mother of Gary, and Wayne. Loved mother-in-law of Lisa. Loved Grandma to Becky and Jordan.
Loved Bonus Grandma to Jonathan and Lucy. A loved sister and sister-in law to Jeanette and the late Graham, G...
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Timothy George Burry Armitage
1943 - 2025Suddenly on May 3, 2025, at his home, aged 81 years. Dearly loved husband of Cherry. Loved father of George and James; father-in-law of Rikki-Lee and Lizzie; grandfather of Isabelle and Katie; Alfie. Brother of Isabella and the late William. Messages to: The family of Tim Armitage, c/- PO Box 263, Kaiapoi 7644 or via the John Rhind website – send...
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Jocelyn May
1933 - 2025MAY, Jocelyn Dawn;
Passed away peacefully on Wednesday, April 30, 2025, in her 92nd year, at Rose Court Retirement Village.
Beloved wife of the late Lindsay.
Loved and adored mother and mother-in-law of John and Desley, Rachel and Ernest, and Robin. Much loved grandmother of Jacob, Genevieve, Luke, David, N...Peter James Midgley
1928 - 2025Passed away peacefully at Casmere View Care Centre surrounded by his family on Saturday May 3, 2025 aged 96 years. Much loved husband of the late Juin and the late Valmai. Cherished father and father-in-law of Peter and Gail, Wendy and Jeff Mosley, and the late Linda. Peter was a devoted and loving grandfather to Brendon and Mandy, Gemma, Melis...
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William Robert (Bill) McMaster
1939 - 2025On April 30, 2025, peacefully at Ngaio Marsh Retirement Village. Dearly loved husband of the late Raylene McMaster (nee Newman). Loved father and father-in-law of Justine and Darrell Harris, and Sarah and Combie (London). Dearly loved Pop of Gemma, Jessica, Ava, Columba and Isabel.
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Nola Frances Wilson
1946 - 2025WILSON: Nola Frances (nee Cron), on May 2nd 2025 peacefully at Bethesda Care Home, aged 78 years.
Loved wife of Peter, and mother and mother-in-law of Debbie & Danny Johanson, and Angela & Brian Porteous.
Loved nana of Nate, Hannah, Zoe, and Tyler.
Special thanks to the staff at Bet...
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Lynn Lunn
1944 - 2025Passed away peacefully with family by her side at Christchurch Hospital on Friday May 2, 2025 aged 81 years. Beloved wife of Earl for 58 years. Dearly loved mother and mother-in-law of Madeline and Steve, Heath, Amanda, Rochelle and Shane. Treasured Grandma to Daniel and Jaimee; Josh and Max; Jesse, Kaitlin, Cassidy and Olivia; Tyler and Camer...
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Andrea Esther Charlotte Baker
1930 - 2025BAKER, Andrea Esther Charlotte:
On Saturday, 3 May, 2025, Andrea died peacefully at Burwood Hospital with her family at her side. She was 95 years old.
Andrea was the much loved wife of the late Alfred Baker and the only child of Carlson and Evelyn Holmes.
She was the beloved mother and mother-in-law of Anne, Anthony...Christine Ellen Watson
1977 - 2025WATSON Christine Ellen: On April 27, 2025, peacefully at her home in Christchurch. Dearly beloved wife of Logan. Cherished by Sheila, Matthew, Ben, Rae, Dave, and Tom. Messages for the family to PO Box 26051, North Avon, Christchurch 8148. A Celebration of Christine’s life will be held in the John Rhind Chapel, entry from...
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David Rowland Johnstone
1936 - 2025JOHNSTONE, David Rowland – (Mandy) – (ex NZ Fire Service. Divisional Officer) – On April 29, 2025, peacefully at his home in Christchurch aged 88 years. Dearly loved husband of the late Helen, dearly loved father of the late Wayney and Kay, and a loved Grandad of Scotty, Emma, Nicole, and Zane. Messages to PO Box 26051, N...
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Thomas (Tom) Lynch
1935 - 202528/8/35 – 29/4/25
Passed away, peacefully at home on Tuesday April 29, 2025 with his loving wife by his side, aged 89 years. Loved husband of Deirdre (Dee) with whom he enjoyed 65 years of wonderful married life. Treasured father and father-in-law to Andrea and Peter Gleadow (Canada), Chris and Sue Lynch, Tim and Jo Lynch, Matt and Jane Ly...
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Fay Hill
1932 - 2025Passed away peacefully at Hoon Hay Rest Home on Sunday April 27, 2025 aged 92 years. Beloved wife of the late John. Dearly loved mother and mother-in-law of Mike and Ruth, Gavin (deceased) and Leeann, Maureen and Gary. Loved Nana of Stacey, Natalie, Rebekha, Christopher, Elizabeth, and Katherine. Will be sadly missed by the extended family and ...
Bryan Pellew
1934 - 2025– Passed away on 24th April 2025, aged 91 years.
Much loved and loving husband of Audrey. Respected brother in law of Glen and the late Beverley Church.
At Bryans request a private cremation has taken place
...June Isobel Morton WINDER
1935 - 2025WINDER June Isobel Morton – nee Niven
On April 13th 2025, peacefully surrounded by her loving family, aged 93 years.
Dearly loved and cherished by her loving husband Jack in their 70th year of marriage.
A mother who is treasured, and loved deeply by her three girls Julie, Vickie, and Leanne, and much loved mother in law ...
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Christine Caddick (nee Rusbatch)
1966 - 2025On April 21, 2025, peacefully at home aged 58 years. Much loved mother of Jonathan, Alex, and Anneliese. A loved sister, aunt, and friend.
In lieu of flowers, donations to the Breast Cancer Foundation NZ would be appreciated, and can be made online at www.breastcancerfoundation.org.nz
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Rex Gilbert Tavendale
1946 - 2025TAVENDALE Rex Gilbert :
8 April 1946 to 30 April 2025.
Dearest husband of Julie for 53 years left our world in a peaceful, serene passing on Wednesday, 30 April. A dearly loved brother of Dawn and Gary, loved brother-in-law of Wayne and the Harris family, and loved uncle of his nieces and nephews. His passio...
Neil Jamieson
1943 - 2025JAMIESON, Neil Patrick:
On Wednesday, April 23, 2025, at Windsorcare, Christchurch, aged 82.
Loving son of Alec and Elva Jamieson. Loved brother of Patricia and the late Tony and Michael. Loved by his nieces and nephews.
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Jacqueline Price
1957 - 2025On 23rd April 2025 peacefully at Nurse Maude Hospital, Christchurch, aged 67 years.
Loved mother of Kelly Wealleans, Adam Wealleans, and Jordan Bell. Loved mother in law of Aneke and Stefan. A loved Nana Jackie of Henry, Alexandra and Addi...
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Ian 'Bruce' Tait
1948 - 2025TAIT Ian (Bruce):
Passed peacefully on Sunday, April 20, 2025, Aged 76. Much loved father of Nigel and Belinda, Matthew, Debbie and Andrew, grandfather of Liam, Jordan, Mitchell, Tavia, Alyssa, and Blake, brother of Gary, Kelvin, Robyn, and Roger. Messages may be addressed to ‘The Tait Family’ C/- PO Box 26051, North Avon, Chri...
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Mavis Nee Lintott (Chook) SMITH
1932 - 2025SMITH Mavis Nee Lintott (Chook)
On April 20th 2025, peacefully aged 92 years, at Christchurch Hospital.
Much loved wife of the late Gordon.
Loved mother and mother in law of Sue and the late Ellwood, Jenny and Chris, Graham and Leonie, and Phil. Beloved step mother of the late Johnny, the late Jan, Tony, Gail, Felicite, ...
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Trevor Bycroft
1953 - 2025Passed away peacefully on April 20th, 2025, aged 71. Dearly loved husband of Christine, and father of Kerry and DJ, Michael and Natacha, Clare, and Brendan. Cherished grandfather of Kobe, David, and Thomas, and step-grandfather of Josh and Dakota. Loved son of Leslie and Doreen Bycroft (both dec.), and much-loved brother of Wes and Barb, Graeme and Chr...
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Charles Webb Cooper
1926 - 2025Died after a short illness in his 99th year. Loyal and loving husband of Jillian for 64 years. Loving Dad of Fiona and John Cooper, best buddy of daughter in law Rachel Cooper, devoted and proud Grandad of Ruby, Fred and Olive Cooper and Emma and Jeremy Cooper-Williams. Ex-NAC & Air New Zealand, past Commodore of Mount Pleasant Yacht C...
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Veronica (Von) Constance Martin
1937 - 2025MARTIN Veronica Constance (Von) nee Carey: Passed away peacefully in Burwood Hospital, on Sunday, April 20, 2025, Aged 88. Much loved mother of Daria, Rachel and Tony, Celia, Jonathan and Michelle, David and Andrew; Tāua of Kahurangi, Sophie, and Harry; Jake, and Dominic, and the wider whānau. In lieu of flowers donations to Catholic S...
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Christchurch North - St Gregory's Catholic Church
26 Cotswold Avenue, Christchurch, 8053
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Tricia Harwood
1952 - 202514.02.1952 – 06.04.2025.
Passed away surrounded by love in the arms of her children after a very short but courageous illness.Dearly loved and cherished Mother and Mother-in-law to Geoff and Sandra, Sarah and Nigel, and Emajane and Leisha.
Beloved and adored sister to Murray, Geoff and Kevin. Sister in law to Ruth, Margaret a...
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Anne Muriel RIWAKA
1949 - 2025RIWAKA
Anne Muriel,
Passed away peacefully on April 17, 2025, after a short illness, at home surrounded by family aged 75 years.
Dearly loved Mother of Richard and Deanna and mother-in-law of Lyndon and Kirsten.
Cherished Gran of her adored Grandchildren and their partners...
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Wayne Percival CLARK
1942 - 2025CLARK, Wayne Percival
Of Kaiapoi. On April 17, 2025 Wayne passed peacefully at home in Christchurch. Dearly loved husband of Lyn, and dedicated caring father and father-in-law of Nicola, Timothy, and Michelle. Loved and treasured Pop of Aidan, Ruby, and Caitlyn. Wayne was deeply loved and will be dearly ...
June Battrick
1933 - 2025BATTRICK, June Dolores:
On Wednesday, April 9, 2025, at her home in Christchurch, surrounded by loving family. Aged 92 years. Beloved wife of the late Owen Battrick. Loved step-mother and step-mother-in-law of Ilona and David, Richard and Marisa, and Sarah. Much adored grandmother of Mischa, Sacha, Pascale, Andre, Stephanie and...
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Marie Boswell
1937 - 2025BOSWELL, Marie Veronica (nee Cunneen):
On Tuesday, April 8, 2025, at Essie Summers Hospital, surrounded by family, in her 88th year.
Beloved wife of the late Neil. Loved mother and mother-in-law of Mary and David, Anne and Brian, and Trish and Steve. Loved grandmother of Taylor, Olivia, Josh, Rachel and Alex. Lo...WHEN
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Claire Mary McManus
1933 - 2025McManus, Claire Mary, (Nee Kavanagh)
2.11.1933 – 10.4.2025
Claire passed peacefully in Christchurch Hospital in the company of her family on Thursday, 10 April 2025, in her 92nd year.
Dearly loved wife of the late Brian, loved mother and mother-in-law of David and Koreti, Cathryn and Daniel (deceased), Julie, Virginia an...
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Veronica May Foley
1943 - 2025Veronica May Foley ( nee Flanagan)
Passed away peacefully at home after a short illness, Friday 21st March 2025, aged 81 years.
Much cherished wife and soul mate of Roger and dearly loved mother of Susan and the late Danny and Glen. Much loved mother in law to Kieran.
Adored by her grandchildren Clarice, Nathaniel, S...
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Clive William Weir
1936 - 2025WEIR, Clive William – Passed away peacefully at his home in Akaroa on March 27, 2025, in his 89th year. Much loved husband of the late Wendy. Loved father and father-in-law of Helen and Stuart, Iain and Sue, Dugal (deceased), Frazer and Rachael. Loved Grandfather of Tom, Scott, Ben, and Ella, Tim and Lachie, Mark and Charlot...
Eileen Rebecca Searle
1928 - 2025Searle: Eileen Rebecca ( nee Leybourne.) Late of Ellesmere District and St Martins.
Passed away peacefully 27 March 2025 at Bethesda Rest Home. Aged 96.
Loved wife of the late George.
Cherished Mum and Mother-in-law of Les, Arthur and Dianne, Rachel and the late Graham, Gavin and Yvette. Adored Grandmother and Grea...
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Gay Lorrene Griffiths
1945 - 2025GRIFFITHS, Gay Lorrene – (nee Howley) – On March 24, 2025, peacefully at Christchurch Hospital after a short illness aged 80 years. Dearly loved wife of the late Eddie, much loved mother and mother-in-law of Brendan Smith and Jannine Wynen, and Vanessa Smith (Australia) and step-mother of Anton Griffiths and Samantha Griffiths. Loved g...
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John Frederick Clough
1937 - 2025Clough: John Frederick
Passed peacefully on Friday, March 28th, 2025, at Elmswood Hospital; aged 87 years.
Loved husband of Heather, and loving father of Nicola, Timothy, Alistair (deceased) and Quentin. Loved father in law of Andrew, Margaret, Ingrid, Lili and Angus.
Much...
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Kevin McGrath
1945 - 2025McGrath, Kevin Dellow,
It is with heavy hearts we announce that Kevin passed away on Thursday, 27 March 2025 at Christchurch Hospital, aged 79 years.
Dearly loved partner and soulmate of Denise, loved father of Michael (deceased), and Simon.
Loved brother, brother-in-law, uncle of his extended family.
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Queta McConchie
1936 - 2025MCCONCHIE, Queta Mavis (Nee McMillan):
On March 21, 2025, passed away peacefully at Lady Wigram Hospital, aged 89 years. Dearly loved wife of the late John, much loved mother and mother-in-law of Trevor (late) and Judy, Melva and Paul, and John and Susan. Much loved Nana of Scott, Stuart, Liana (late), Matthew, Kyle; Mark and Oli...WHEN
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Christopher Gumley
1969 - 2025On 23rd March 2025 peacefully at Nurse Maude Hospice, Christchurch.
Dearly loved husband of Genny, a much loved father of Donna and Luke. Loved son of Eileen and the late Doug. Much loved
brother and brother-in-law of Roslyn and Robert. Loved son-in-law of John and the late Cecilia. Much loved brother-in-law, uncle and frie...
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Mary Patricia Smith
1948 - 2025SMITH MARY PATRICA (Nee BROSNAHAN) passed away peacefully at Christchurch hospital on March 26th 2025, age 76 years.
Dearly loved wife and best friend of John.
Loved mother of Michael, Julie, Gary and Dianne, loved mother and mother in law of Warren, Leanne, and Richard
Proud nana of Danielle, Sam, Lauren, Holly, Tom...
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