On September 29, 2024, peacefully at Rose Court Hospice, aged 79 years, adored husband of the late Jan, much loved father and father-in-law of Angela (deceased) and Andrew, Rochelle and Darren, cherished Pampa of Jordan (deceased), Logan, and Elise. A special thanks to the staff of ward 17, Christchurch Hospital and Rose Court for the wonderful care of Gary. Messages may be addressed to: The family of the late Gary Hardy, c/- PO Box 39001, Christchurch 8545. In lieu of flowers, donations to Heart Foundation NZ would be appreciated, and may be made online at heartfoundation.org.nz/donate.  A memorial service to celebrate the life of Gary will be held in our Oaklands Chapel, corner of Halswell Junction and Wigram Roads, Halswell, on Wednesday, October 9 at 2.30pm.