It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Lew, on Thursday,  March 27 2025, surrounded by his loving family, at Nurse Maude Hospice. Dearly loved husband and best friend of Marilyn, loving father of Melissa, Ryan, and Kirk. Loved Grandad of Michaelee-Jayne, Joshua, and Ethan, and father-in-law of Brett. A loved brother, friend, and mentor to many. Messages may be addressed to: The family of the late Lewis Austin, c/- PO Box 39001, Christchurch 8545. Many thanks to Nurse Maude who lovingly took care of Lew in his final hours, donations would be appreciated, and may be made online at nursemaude.org.nz.

Lew’s celebration of life will be held in our Westpark Chapel, 467 Wairakei Road, Burnside, on Thursday, April 3, at 2.00pm, private cremation to follow.