Obituaries

Methuen ‘Meth’ Huia Burton MABIN

17/05/2024
  (N.Z.E.F. Lieut 66149) Died peacefully at Parkstone Care Home, on Friday May 17, 2024, in his 107th year. Much loved husband and best friend of Margaret in their 80th year of marriage, treasured father and father-in-law of Judy and Hamish (...
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Hazel Mary WHALL

13/08/2024 - 21/08/2024
On Tuesday, August 13, 2024, peacefully at WesleyCare, surrounded by her loving family, in her 103rd year. Dearly loved wife of the late Ken, loved and cherished mother and mother-in-law of Judith and Chris, and Kelvin and Sue. Treasured Granny of Je...
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Jeannie Mackay PAINCHAUD

12/03/2025
On March 12, 2025, passed away peacefully at Charles Upham Retirement Village, Rangiora, aged 85 years. Dearly loved wife of the late Paul, much loved Mum of Grant, loved daughter of the late John and Betsy Grant (Winton). Loved cousin to Valerie Gr...
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Kevin Leslie McSORILEY

17/05/2024
It is with great sadness that Monica and family announce that Kevin, aged 83 years, died peacefully on Friday May 17, 2024, at Burlington Village, Christchurch. Beloved husband of Monica, father and father-in-law of Shaun and Dee, Katrina and Dallas,...
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Neil GITSHAM

07/08/2024
On August 7, 2024, unexpectedly, aged 59 years. Beloved soulmate and husband of Sue, fur-dad to his fur-babies Pebbles and Lily, loved son of Rachael and the late Ken, and loved brother of Jane, and a loved uncle of Jamie, Dylan, and Simon (all in th...
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William (Bill) DAVIS

13/10/2023
On Friday, October 13, 2023, at Middlepark Rest Home, aged 90 years.  Loved husband of the late Janice (Jan). Loved father and father-in-law of Carl and Mychelle, Lynne and Keith, and the late Cindy. A loved grandfather and great-grandfather.  �...
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William (Bryan) Bryan ANDERSON

09/02/2024
Peacefully on February 9, 2024. Loving husband of Lyndsey, loving father and father-in-law of Grant and Linda, and Colin. A much loved grandfather and great-grandfather. Messages may be addressed to The Family of the late Bryan Anderson, c/- PO Box 3...
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June Esme DALZIEL

12/03/2025
On March 12, 2025, passed away peacefully at Christchurch Hospital, surrounded by family, aged 96 years. Dearly loved wife of the late Harry, much loved mother and mother-in-law of Kirstie and the late Harry, Andrew and Nicky, the late Joanna, Nicky...
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Ivy “Grace” Grace TOMLINSON

On March 9, 2025, Grace’s brave battle with Parkinson’s ended. Loved partner, mother, sister, and aunt. Heartfelt thanks to all the friends who have continued to visit and support Grace over the last few years. Sincere thanks also, to the staff ...
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Terence 'Terry' Lyndsay Francis HUGHES

15/05/2024
On May 15, 2024, passed away at Summerset at Wigram, aged 87 years. Loved father of Michael, Craig (deceased), and Nicola. Thank you to the staff at Summerset for their care of Terry. Messages may be addressed to: The family of the late Terry Hughes,...
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Alisa (Jean) Jean MCPHERSON

18/10/2023
On October 18, 2023, aged 83 years, finally at peace, following a long health battle. Dearly loved daughter of the late Eva and Archie McPherson, sister and sister-in-law of the late Merion and Ian Smith (Wellington); and Robin (deceased) and Margare...
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Philippa (Pippa) Robin GRAHAM

10/02/2024
1950-2024. Died February 10th, 2024, after a short illness. Remembered by her children Becca, Guy, and Lulu, and their partner’s Nigel, Celine, and Jimmy. Forever in the hearts of her grandchildren Molly, Charlie, George, Maisie, Greta, Tommy and B...
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Gregory "Greg" George ROBINSON

06/03/2025
On March 6, 2025, passed away peacefully at Christchurch Hospital, with family by his side, aged 79 years. Dearly loved husband of Pam, much loved father and father-in-law of Mike and Hannah, and Anthony and Kylie, adored Grandad of James, and Ollie...
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Noleen Heather CAMPBELL

20/10/2023
On October 20, 2023, passed away peacefully at Anthony Wilding Retirement Village, aged 74 years. Dearly loved life partner of Ken, loved mother of Allan, and Scott, loved step-mother of Mark, Jason, and Aaron, much loved grandmother of all her grand...
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Gerard (Jerry) Bernard KUIPERS

17/02/2024 - 20/02/2024
Passed away peacefully at home, surrounded by his family, on February 17, 2024, aged 79 years. Dearly loved husband of Mary, loved father and father-in-law of Mark, Lisa and Michael Barton, Ange and Matt Martin, and Jo and Roland Hoogervorst, treasu...
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Renee Violet MORRIS

Peacefully at Christchurch Hospital, on August 19, 2024, aged 96 years. Loved wife of the late Jim Morris, mother of Kathryn, and the late Martin, stepmother of Nancy, and Gwyn. Treasured sister of Pam, and Keven, and the late Ted, and Faye. Beloved ...
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George Maxwell ELLIS

15/02/2024
It is with great sadness we announce that on Friday 15th February George passed away, aged 75 years. His life was cut short by cancer much too soon. Dearly beloved Husband to Bev for 52 years, loved Father to Leeann and cherished Granddad to Delilah...
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Daphne ‘Bon’ Marguerite SULLIVAN

22/11/2024
On Friday, November 22, 2024, peacefully at Alpine View Village, surrounded by family, aged 89 years. Loved wife of the late Ken, loved Mum and mother-in-law, adored Gran. Messages may be addressed to: The family of the late Bon Sullivan, c/- PO Box ...
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Judith Anne WALTERS

14/03/2025
On March 14, 2025, at Bethesda Care Home, aged 86 years. Loved mother of Taane, and the late Suzanne. Loved grandmother of all her grandchildren. Dearly loved second daughter of the late Gordon and Vera Walters, loved sister of Christopher, and the l...
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Noeline RICHARDSON

10/02/2024
Peacefully, on February 10, 2024, at Diana Isaac Retirement Village, aged 90 years. Much loved wife of the late Gerald, dearly loved mother of Brent, Grant, and Karen, mother-in-law of Andrew, Marianne, and Tracey, and proud Nana of George, Madison, ...
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