On October 27, 2024, peacefully surrounded by his nearest and dearest at Chatswood Retirement Village, aged 90 years. Much loved husband of Lesley (deceased), and partner of Dianne. Loved father and father-in-law of Karen and Brent, Tracey and Andy, and Damien and Lisa. Loved grandfather and great-grandfather of Daniel, Cassidy, Angus, Callum, Emmerson, Brandon, Conner, and Kenai. Loved brother and brother-in-law of Linda and Ron, Ray and Judy (both deceased), Sher and Dolly (both deceased), Eddie (deceased) and Rose, Des and Kathy, Ritchie and Shirley, Simon and Mary, Joy, Pauline and Phillip, and Lee and Sandra. Loved uncle and great-uncle to all his nieces and nephews, and loved friend to many. Special thanks for the attention and care provided by the staff at Chatswood Retirement Village. In lieu of flowers, a living memorial will be made in Gavin’s honour, donations would be appreciated, and may be made to bank account: Gavin Lowe Memorial – 06-0996-0306359-01. Messages may be addressed to: The family of the late Gavin Lowe, c/- PO Box 39001, Christchurch 8545. A memorial and farewell service will be held in our Oaklands Chapel, corner of Halswell Junction and Wigram Roads, Halswell, on Tuesday, November 5, at 2.30pm. At Gavin’s request this will be a service for lots of happy memories, he encourages you to wear bright clothing and shed only tears of joy for his next journey.

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