On December 13, 2024, passed away at Holmwood Rest Home after a long illness, aged 88 years. Dearly loved husband of May, loved father of Kate, step-father of Tania, Paul, and Angela, and a grandfather and great-grandfather. Special thanks to the staff at Holmwood Rest Home for the exceptional care given to Stuart over the past seven months. Messages may be addressed to: The family of the late Stuart Kitchen, c/- PO Box 39001, Christchurch 8545. The funeral service for Stuart will be held in our Rangiora Chapel, Wai-mana, 92 Kippenberger Avenue, Rangiora, on Wednesday, December 18, at 2.30pm, followed by a private cremation.