Passed away peacefully at home, surrounded by his wife and two children, on Wednesday, October 16, 2024. A much-loved husband of Jo, and devoted father of Jessica, and Nathan. Beloved son of Ngaere and Don, cherished brother of Angela and Richard, and a dear uncle to the Carolan and  Kearney families. The wider circle of family and friends, both in New Zealand and beyond, are left with sadness at his passing, but also with gratitude, enriched for having been a part of his life. Messages may be addressed to: The family of the late Geoffrey Carolan, c/- PO Box 39001, Christchurch 8545. In lieu of flowers,  donations to The Cancer Society would be greatly appreciated, and can be made in Geoffrey’s name at: cancer.org.nz. A service for Geoff will be held in our Oaklands Chapel, corner of Halswell Junction and Wigram Roads, Halswell, on Thursday, October 24, at 2.30pm.