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	<title>Christchurch Crematorium Funerals - Obituaries</title>
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		<title>Elizabeth Susan Walters  (Gunn) </title>
		<first_name>Elizabeth</first_name>
		<last_name>Walters</last_name>
		<middle_name>Susan</middle_name>
		<maiden_name>Gunn</maiden_name>
		
		<first_name>Elizabeth</first_name>
		<birth_date>Fri, 05 Aug 1949</birth_date>
		<death_date>Sat, 25 Jul 2026</death_date>
		<burial_date>Tue, 30 Nov -0001</burial_date>
		
		
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		<link>https://www.chchcremations.co.nz/obituaries/elizabeth-susan-walters/400/</link>		
		<pubDate>Tue, 28 Jul 2026 11:13:31</pubDate>		
		

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		<description><![CDATA[WALTERS, Elizabeth Susan “Libby” (formerly Pearce, née Gunn)

Passed away peacefully, surrounded by her family, on July 25, 2026, aged 76 years. Dearly loved wife of Paul; cherished mother and mother-in-law of Matthew and Kerry, Hamish and Sar... <a href="https://www.chchcremations.co.nz/obituaries/elizabeth-susan-walters/400/">Continue reading <span class="meta-nav">&#8594;</span></a>]]></description>
				<content:encoded><![CDATA[WALTERS, Elizabeth Susan “Libby” (formerly Pearce, née Gunn)

Passed away peacefully, surrounded by her family, on July 25, 2026, aged 76 years. Dearly loved wife of Paul; cherished mother and mother-in-law of Matthew and Kerry, Hamish and Sarah, and Anna; much loved by Paul’s children and their partners, Lynda and Chris, and Steve and Kim; and cherished grandmother of all her grandchildren. The family sincerely thanks the staff of Christchurch Hospital for their compassionate care and support. In lieu of flowers, donations to the Cancer Society would be greatly appreciated and may be made at <a href="http://www.cancer.org.nz/">www.cancer.org.nz</a>. “Forever loved and sadly missed.” The service to celebrate Libby’s life will be held in our AvonPark Chapel, corner of Kerrs and Pages Roads, Linwood, Christchurch, tomorrow (Thursday), July 30, at 10.30am.
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		<title>John Arthur Sneesby </title>
		<first_name>John</first_name>
		<last_name>Sneesby</last_name>
		<middle_name>Arthur</middle_name>
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		<first_name>John</first_name>
		<birth_date>Mon, 09 Sep 1946</birth_date>
		<death_date>Wed, 16 Sep 2026</death_date>
		<burial_date>Tue, 30 Nov -0001</burial_date>
		
		
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		<link>https://www.chchcremations.co.nz/obituaries/john-arthur-sneesby/399/</link>		
		<pubDate>Thu, 18 Jun 2026 15:21:18</pubDate>		
		

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		<description><![CDATA[SNEESBY, John Arthur: Passed away peacefully, surrounded by his family, on Tuesday, 16 June, 2026, aged 79 years. Dearly loved and devoted father to his children, cherished Poppy to all his grandchildren, and great-grandchildren, and a beloved membe... <a href="https://www.chchcremations.co.nz/obituaries/john-arthur-sneesby/399/">Continue reading <span class="meta-nav">&#8594;</span></a>]]></description>
				<content:encoded><![CDATA[SNEESBY, John Arthur: Passed away peacefully, surrounded by his family, on Tuesday, 16 June, 2026, aged 79 years. Dearly loved and devoted father to his children, cherished Poppy to all his grandchildren, and great-grandchildren, and a beloved member of the extended family in New Zealand and Australia. John Will be greatly missed. The family wish to thank the medical professionals who cared for John in his final years. Messages may be addressed to: The family of the late John Sneesby, c/- PO Box 39127, Christchurch 8545. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to The Make a Wish Foundation, of which John was a regular supporter https://makeawishnz.donorsupport.co/page/40thbirthday . Alternatively,  The Cancer Society via https://www.daffodilday.org.nz/t-big-spin a cause currently close to the family. A celebration of John’s life will be held in The AvonPark Chapel, corner of Kerrs and Pages Roads, Linwood on Thursday, June 25th, at 2.30pm.
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		<title>Hadyn Ormrod Clarke </title>
		<first_name>Hadyn</first_name>
		<last_name>Clarke</last_name>
		<middle_name>Ormrod</middle_name>
		<maiden_name></maiden_name>
		
		<first_name>Hadyn</first_name>
		<birth_date>Fri, 03 Mar 1933</birth_date>
		<death_date>Mon, 15 Jun 2026</death_date>
		<burial_date>Tue, 30 Nov -0001</burial_date>
		
		
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		<link>https://www.chchcremations.co.nz/obituaries/hadyn-ormrod-clarke/398/</link>		
		<pubDate>Thu, 18 Jun 2026 15:16:10</pubDate>		
		

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		<description><![CDATA[CLARKE, Hadyn Ormrod (Reg no. 3510669, R.A.F. Pilot Officer, Retired): Died peacefully aged 93 years. Cherished husband of Barbara, and the late Anna, loved father of Heather, and Peter, father-in-law of Chris, loved by his six grandchildren Verity,... <a href="https://www.chchcremations.co.nz/obituaries/hadyn-ormrod-clarke/398/">Continue reading <span class="meta-nav">&#8594;</span></a>]]></description>
				<content:encoded><![CDATA[CLARKE, Hadyn Ormrod (Reg no. 3510669, R.A.F. Pilot Officer, Retired): Died peacefully aged 93 years. Cherished husband of Barbara, and the late Anna, loved father of Heather, and Peter, father-in-law of Chris, loved by his six grandchildren Verity, Abbey, and Mikael; and James, Rachael, and Thomas, and his seven great-grandchildren. Respected Father Friend of Gilly, Robert, Alice, Ruth, and their families, and respected half brother of Ray, Marlene (deceased), Judy, Jan (deceased), and Margaret (deceased). Our families are very grateful for the wonderful nursing staff at Anthony Wilding Retirement Village for Hadyn’s end of life care. Messages may be addressed to: The family of the late Hadyn Clarke, c/- PO Box 39127 Christchurch 8545. A private Cremation has been held, and a remembrance gathering will be held at a later date.
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		<title>Joan Waiau Stanley  (Chidgey) </title>
		<first_name>Joan</first_name>
		<last_name>Stanley</last_name>
		<middle_name>Waiau</middle_name>
		<maiden_name>Chidgey</maiden_name>
		
		<first_name>Joan</first_name>
		<birth_date>Sat, 12 Jan 1929</birth_date>
		<death_date>Sat, 30 May 2026</death_date>
		<burial_date>Thu, 04 Jun 2026</burial_date>
		
		
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		<link>https://www.chchcremations.co.nz/obituaries/joan-waiau-stanley/397/</link>		
		<pubDate>Wed, 03 Jun 2026 11:12:38</pubDate>		
		

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		<description><![CDATA[STANLEY, Joan Waiau (née Chidgey): On May 30, 2026, at home, in her 98th

year. Dearly and much loved wife of the late Raymond, treasured mum and

mother-in-law of William and Margaret Stanley, Pam and Barry Johnson,

adored nana of Blair and ... <a href="https://www.chchcremations.co.nz/obituaries/joan-waiau-stanley/397/">Continue reading <span class="meta-nav">&#8594;</span></a>]]></description>
				<content:encoded><![CDATA[STANLEY, Joan Waiau (née Chidgey): On May 30, 2026, at home, in her 98th

year. Dearly and much loved wife of the late Raymond, treasured mum and

mother-in-law of William and Margaret Stanley, Pam and Barry Johnson,

adored nana of Blair and Anna Stanley, Ryan Stanley, and Richard and Bounty

Stanley, Rochelle and Glenn Thorpe, Scott and Rachelle Woodhouse, and a

much adored nana-nana of Oscar, Finn, and Beau Stanley, Jor’ja Godman,

Jasmine, and Blake Woodhouse. The Funeral Service for Joan will be held in our

AvonPark Chapel, corner Kerrs and Pages Roads, Linwood, on Thursday June 4,

at 10.30am, followed by interment at Memorial Park Cemetery.

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		<title>Barry Neville Adams </title>
		<first_name>Barry</first_name>
		<last_name>Adams</last_name>
		<middle_name>Neville</middle_name>
		<maiden_name></maiden_name>
		
		<first_name>Barry</first_name>
		<birth_date>Mon, 24 Jan 1927</birth_date>
		<death_date>Tue, 26 May 2026</death_date>
		<burial_date>Tue, 30 Nov -0001</burial_date>
		
		
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		<link>https://www.chchcremations.co.nz/obituaries/barry-neville-adams/396/</link>		
		<pubDate>Wed, 03 Jun 2026 10:58:13</pubDate>		
		

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		<description><![CDATA[ADAMS, Barrie Neville - Passed away on May 26, 2026, at Rosewood Rest

Home, in his 100th year. Dearly loved father and father-in-law of Frank and

Janice, Carolyn and Steve, Elaine and Stuart, and the late Vince, loved grandad

of his 14 grand... <a href="https://www.chchcremations.co.nz/obituaries/barry-neville-adams/396/">Continue reading <span class="meta-nav">&#8594;</span></a>]]></description>
				<content:encoded><![CDATA[ADAMS, Barrie Neville - Passed away on May 26, 2026, at Rosewood Rest

Home, in his 100th year. Dearly loved father and father-in-law of Frank and

Janice, Carolyn and Steve, Elaine and Stuart, and the late Vince, loved grandad

of his 14 grandchildren and 20 great-grandchildren. Our sincerest thanks to the

wonderful caring staff of Rosewood Rest Home for the last four years. The

Service to celebrate Barrie’s life will be held at AvonPark Chapel, corner Kerrs

and Pages Roads, Linwood, Tuesday June 2nd at 10.30am
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		<title>Niki Margaret Moore </title>
		<first_name>Niki</first_name>
		<last_name>Moore</last_name>
		<middle_name>Margaret</middle_name>
		<maiden_name></maiden_name>
		
		<first_name>Niki</first_name>
		<birth_date>Fri, 19 Mar 1993</birth_date>
		<death_date>Fri, 27 Mar 2026</death_date>
		<burial_date>Tue, 30 Nov -0001</burial_date>
		
		
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		<link>https://www.chchcremations.co.nz/obituaries/niki-margaret-moore/395/</link>		
		<pubDate>Thu, 07 May 2026 12:09:24</pubDate>		
		

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		<title>Tracy  John Fredericks </title>
		<first_name>Tracy </first_name>
		<last_name>Fredericks</last_name>
		<middle_name>John</middle_name>
		<maiden_name></maiden_name>
		
		<first_name>Tracy </first_name>
		<birth_date>Wed, 03 Sep 1969</birth_date>
		<death_date>Fri, 27 Mar 2026</death_date>
		<burial_date>Tue, 30 Nov -0001</burial_date>
		
		
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		<link>https://www.chchcremations.co.nz/obituaries/tracy-john-fredericks/394/</link>		
		<pubDate>Thu, 07 May 2026 12:05:58</pubDate>		
		

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		<title>Shirley  Marie Ryder </title>
		<first_name>Shirley </first_name>
		<last_name>Ryder</last_name>
		<middle_name>Marie</middle_name>
		<maiden_name></maiden_name>
		
		<first_name>Shirley </first_name>
		<birth_date>Thu, 12 Aug 1937</birth_date>
		<death_date>Wed, 08 Apr 2026</death_date>
		<burial_date>Tue, 30 Nov -0001</burial_date>
		
		
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		<link>https://www.chchcremations.co.nz/obituaries/shirley-marie-ryder/393/</link>		
		<pubDate>Thu, 07 May 2026 11:57:52</pubDate>		
		

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		<description><![CDATA[RYDER, Shirley Marie:  Passed away peacefully at Bishop Selwyn Lifecare on Wednesday, April 8, 2026, aged 88years. Loving wife of Graham, much loved mother and mother-in-law of Carl and Shirley, and Debbie and Edward, dearly loved by Julie-Ann and A... <a href="https://www.chchcremations.co.nz/obituaries/shirley-marie-ryder/393/">Continue reading <span class="meta-nav">&#8594;</span></a>]]></description>
				<content:encoded><![CDATA[RYDER, Shirley Marie:  Passed away peacefully at Bishop Selwyn Lifecare on Wednesday, April 8, 2026, aged 88years. Loving wife of Graham, much loved mother and mother-in-law of Carl and Shirley, and Debbie and Edward, dearly loved by Julie-Ann and Andriy, proud grandmother of Caleb, the late Joshua, Thomas, and Katie, loved great-grandmother of Brooke, Brayden, Tillena and Jasmine, adored sister of the late Glenys, Judith and George, treasured daughter, aunt, and friend to many. Messages may be addressed to; The family of the late Shirley Ryder, C/- PO Box 39127, Christchurch. A celebration of Shirleys’ life will be held in our Christchurch Crematorium Chapel, on Friday April 17, at 10:30am.
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		<title>Arnulf  Otto Rixecker </title>
		<first_name>Arnulf </first_name>
		<last_name>Rixecker</last_name>
		<middle_name>Otto</middle_name>
		<maiden_name></maiden_name>
		
		<first_name>Arnulf </first_name>
		<birth_date>Fri, 21 Sep 1945</birth_date>
		<death_date>Tue, 21 Apr 2026</death_date>
		<burial_date>Tue, 30 Nov -0001</burial_date>
		
		
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		<link>https://www.chchcremations.co.nz/obituaries/arnulf-otto-rixecker/392/</link>		
		<pubDate>Thu, 07 May 2026 11:49:17</pubDate>		
		

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		<description><![CDATA[RIXECKER, Arnulf Otto:  Passed away peacefully at Christchurch Hospital on Tuesday, April 21, 2026, aged 80 years. Beloved husband of the late Heidi, much loved father and father-in-law of Stefanie and Amelia, proud grandfather of Alexander, and The... <a href="https://www.chchcremations.co.nz/obituaries/arnulf-otto-rixecker/392/">Continue reading <span class="meta-nav">&#8594;</span></a>]]></description>
				<content:encoded><![CDATA[RIXECKER, Arnulf Otto:  Passed away peacefully at Christchurch Hospital on Tuesday, April 21, 2026, aged 80 years. Beloved husband of the late Heidi, much loved father and father-in-law of Stefanie and Amelia, proud grandfather of Alexander, and Theodore, treasured son, uncle, and friend to many. Messages may be addressed to; The family of the late Arnulf Rixecker, C/- PO Box 39127, Christchurch 8545. In accordance with Arnulf’s wishes, a private cremation has been held. In lieu of flowers, please make a donation to Hato Hone St. John via the internet @: shuttle.stjohn.org.nz
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		<title>Cynthia Valmai McBain </title>
		<first_name>Cynthia</first_name>
		<last_name>McBain</last_name>
		<middle_name>Valmai</middle_name>
		<maiden_name></maiden_name>
		
		<first_name>Cynthia</first_name>
		<birth_date>Tue, 23 Jun 1936</birth_date>
		<death_date>Mon, 30 Mar 2026</death_date>
		<burial_date>Tue, 30 Nov -0001</burial_date>
		
		
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		<link>https://www.chchcremations.co.nz/obituaries/cynthia-valmai-mcbain/391/</link>		
		<pubDate>Thu, 16 Apr 2026 10:55:36</pubDate>		
		

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		<description><![CDATA[McBAIN, Cynthia Valmai: died peacefully on Monday March 30, 2026.  Dearly beloved wife of Sydney McBain (deceased), and daughter of Malcolm (Mac) and Mollie (Norma) Monteath, sister to Mary Hawley, and brother to Dennis Monteath. She was a much love... <a href="https://www.chchcremations.co.nz/obituaries/cynthia-valmai-mcbain/391/">Continue reading <span class="meta-nav">&#8594;</span></a>]]></description>
				<content:encoded><![CDATA[McBAIN, Cynthia Valmai: died peacefully on Monday March 30, 2026.  Dearly beloved wife of Sydney McBain (deceased), and daughter of Malcolm (Mac) and Mollie (Norma) Monteath, sister to Mary Hawley, and brother to Dennis Monteath. She was a much loved mother and mother-in-law of Suzanne and David, Malcolm and Sue, and grandmother of Caitlin, Alec, Simone, Alex, Joss, Katie, Troy, Breeanah, and Robbie, great-grandmother to Blake, Noah, and Olivia. Many thanks to the carers and nurses of "The Village Palms" for their care of Cynthia. Messages may addressed c/- PO Box 39127 Christchurch 8545. A funeral will be held at the Avonpark Chapel, corner Kerrs and Pages Roads Linwood, Christchurch on Tuesday April 7th at 2.30pm.
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		<title>Brian  Hitchon </title>
		<first_name>Brian</first_name>
		<last_name>Hitchon</last_name>
		<middle_name></middle_name>
		<maiden_name></maiden_name>
		
		<first_name>Brian</first_name>
		<birth_date>Wed, 12 Jun 1946</birth_date>
		<death_date>Sun, 22 Feb 2026</death_date>
		<burial_date>Tue, 30 Nov -0001</burial_date>
		
		
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		<link>https://www.chchcremations.co.nz/obituaries/brian-hitchon/390/</link>		
		<pubDate>Thu, 16 Apr 2026 10:47:57</pubDate>		
		

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		<description><![CDATA[HITCHON, Brian: Passed away peacefully on February 22nd, 2026, in the presence of his loving family, aged 79 years. Deeply loved husband of Lindsay Hitchon adored Dad and father-in-law of Robbie and Barb, Alistair and Maria, Jimmy and Emily, and Laur... <a href="https://www.chchcremations.co.nz/obituaries/brian-hitchon/390/">Continue reading <span class="meta-nav">&#8594;</span></a>]]></description>
				<content:encoded><![CDATA[HITCHON, Brian: Passed away peacefully on February 22nd, 2026, in the presence of his loving family, aged 79 years. Deeply loved husband of Lindsay Hitchon adored Dad and father-in-law of Robbie and Barb, Alistair and Maria, Jimmy and Emily, and Laura, cherished grandad of his six grandchildren, Eva, Sophia, Charlie and Harry, and Oliver and Isabella, much loved son of the late Doris and Keith Hitchon, and brother of Doug, Ken (deceased), Sue, and Jane. Messages of support can be sent C/- Christchurch Crematorium Funerals PO Box 39127, Christchurch 8545 or office@chchcremations.co.nz. In accordance with Brian’s wishes, a celebration of Brian’s life will be arranged in the coming months.
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		<title>Aidan E D’Ath </title>
		<first_name>Aidan</first_name>
		<last_name>D’Ath</last_name>
		<middle_name>E</middle_name>
		<maiden_name></maiden_name>
		
		<first_name>Aidan</first_name>
		<birth_date>Thu, 30 Sep 1976</birth_date>
		<death_date>Sun, 29 Mar 2026</death_date>
		<burial_date>Tue, 30 Nov -0001</burial_date>
		
		
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		<link>https://www.chchcremations.co.nz/obituaries/aidan-e-dath/389/</link>		
		<pubDate>Thu, 02 Apr 2026 12:49:23</pubDate>		
		

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		<description><![CDATA[D’ATH, Aidan Erl: Passed away suddenly, at home, aged 49 years. Beloved son of Andrea and the late Roger, much loved brother of Brett, and Mark, adored uncle of Brayden, Rylee, and Colton, loved nephew, cousin, and friend to many. Messages may be a... <a href="https://www.chchcremations.co.nz/obituaries/aidan-e-dath/389/">Continue reading <span class="meta-nav">&#8594;</span></a>]]></description>
				<content:encoded><![CDATA[D’ATH, Aidan Erl: Passed away suddenly, at home, aged 49 years. Beloved son of Andrea and the late Roger, much loved brother of Brett, and Mark, adored uncle of Brayden, Rylee, and Colton, loved nephew, cousin, and friend to many. Messages may be addressed to The Family of the late Aidan D’Ath, c/o PO Box 39127, Christchurch 8545. A celebration of Aidans’ life will be held in our Christchurch Crematorium Chapel, 65 Vickerys Road, Wigram, on Tuesday 7th April, at 2:30pm.

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		<title>Robert W Johnston </title>
		<first_name>Robert</first_name>
		<last_name>Johnston</last_name>
		<middle_name>W</middle_name>
		<maiden_name></maiden_name>
		
		<first_name>Robert</first_name>
		<birth_date>Mon, 20 Mar 1939</birth_date>
		<death_date>Mon, 08 Dec 2025</death_date>
		<burial_date>Tue, 30 Nov -0001</burial_date>
		
		
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		<link>https://www.chchcremations.co.nz/obituaries/robert-w-johnston/388/</link>		
		<pubDate>Thu, 08 Jan 2026 08:54:49</pubDate>		
		

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		<description><![CDATA[JOHNSTON, Robert William: Passed away peacefully at the George Manning Retirement Village, Christchurch, on December 8, 2025, aged 86 years.  Beloved husband of Adele, much loved father and father-in-law of Bruce and Ayako, Carolyn (deceased), Greg ... <a href="https://www.chchcremations.co.nz/obituaries/robert-w-johnston/388/">Continue reading <span class="meta-nav">&#8594;</span></a>]]></description>
				<content:encoded><![CDATA[JOHNSTON, Robert William: Passed away peacefully at the George Manning Retirement Village, Christchurch, on December 8, 2025, aged 86 years.  Beloved husband of Adele, much loved father and father-in-law of Bruce and Ayako, Carolyn (deceased), Greg and Andrea, and Susan (deceased), treasured grandfather and great-grandfather, loved son, brother, uncle, and friend to many. Messages may be addressed to; The family of the late Robert Johnston, c/- PO Box 39127, Christchurch. The memorial to celebrate Roberts’ life will be held in our AvonPark Chapel, 2 Kerrs Road, Linwood, on Friday, 12 December, at 10:30am.
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		<title>Ralph  Hamilton </title>
		<first_name>Ralph</first_name>
		<last_name>Hamilton</last_name>
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		<first_name>Ralph</first_name>
		<birth_date>Wed, 16 Aug 1939</birth_date>
		<death_date>Tue, 25 Nov 2025</death_date>
		<burial_date>Tue, 30 Nov -0001</burial_date>
		
		
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		<link>https://www.chchcremations.co.nz/obituaries/ralph-hamilton/387/</link>		
		<pubDate>Thu, 08 Jan 2026 08:45:19</pubDate>		
		

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		<description><![CDATA[HAMILTON, Ralph: Passed away peacefully, after a short illness, surrounded with love, in Christchurch Hospital, on November 25, 2025, aged 86 years. Beloved husband of Vivienne, much loved father and father-in-law of Craig (Deceased), Dean and Sheena... <a href="https://www.chchcremations.co.nz/obituaries/ralph-hamilton/387/">Continue reading <span class="meta-nav">&#8594;</span></a>]]></description>
				<content:encoded><![CDATA[HAMILTON, Ralph: Passed away peacefully, after a short illness, surrounded with love, in Christchurch Hospital, on November 25, 2025, aged 86 years. Beloved husband of Vivienne, much loved father and father-in-law of Craig (Deceased), Dean and Sheena, and Nigel and Julie, treasured grandfather of Jamie, Taylor and Myles Hamilton, and Jackson and Leita Martin, and dear friend of Steve and Vicki Martin (Australia), loved son. Messages may be addressed to; The family of the late Ralph Hamilton, c/- PO Box 39127, Christchurch. In accordance with Ralphs’ wishes, a private cremation will be held.
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		<title>David J MacPherson </title>
		<first_name>David</first_name>
		<last_name>MacPherson</last_name>
		<middle_name>J</middle_name>
		<maiden_name></maiden_name>
		
		<first_name>David</first_name>
		<birth_date>Wed, 27 Apr 1960</birth_date>
		<death_date>Tue, 12 Aug 2025</death_date>
		<burial_date>Tue, 30 Nov -0001</burial_date>
		
		
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		<link>https://www.chchcremations.co.nz/obituaries/david-j-macpherson/386/</link>		
		<pubDate>Thu, 08 Jan 2026 08:42:44</pubDate>		
		

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		<description><![CDATA[It is with great sadness that we announce to all that DavidJohn MacPherson passed away in paris, France on the 12 August 2025... <a href="https://www.chchcremations.co.nz/obituaries/david-j-macpherson/386/">Continue reading <span class="meta-nav">&#8594;</span></a>]]></description>
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		<title>Pamela F D Cromwell </title>
		<first_name>Pamela</first_name>
		<last_name>Cromwell</last_name>
		<middle_name>F D</middle_name>
		<maiden_name></maiden_name>
		
		<first_name>Pamela</first_name>
		<birth_date>Fri, 28 Sep 1934</birth_date>
		<death_date>Sun, 23 Nov 2025</death_date>
		<burial_date>Tue, 30 Nov -0001</burial_date>
		
		
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		<link>https://www.chchcremations.co.nz/obituaries/pamela-f-d-cromwell/385/</link>		
		<pubDate>Thu, 08 Jan 2026 08:38:41</pubDate>		
		

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		<description><![CDATA[CROMWELL, Pamela Fay Dawn: Passed away peacefully at the Kevin Hickman Retirement Village, Christchurch, on November 23, 2025, aged 91 years. Much loved mother of Stephen, Ray, Karen, Sharnee, Tony, and David, and their partners, treasured grandmothe... <a href="https://www.chchcremations.co.nz/obituaries/pamela-f-d-cromwell/385/">Continue reading <span class="meta-nav">&#8594;</span></a>]]></description>
				<content:encoded><![CDATA[CROMWELL, Pamela Fay Dawn: Passed away peacefully at the Kevin Hickman Retirement Village, Christchurch, on November 23, 2025, aged 91 years. Much loved mother of Stephen, Ray, Karen, Sharnee, Tony, and David, and their partners, treasured grandmother and great-grandmother, much loved daughter, sister, aunt, and friend to many. Messages may be addressed to; The family of the late Pamela Cromwell, c/- PO Box 39127, Christchurch. Guests are invited, if they feel comfortable, to wear light colours or gentle florals to the celebration of Pamelas’ life, held in our Christchurch Crematorium Chapel, 65 Vickerys Road, Wigram, on Friday November 28, at 10am.
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		<title>Rhoda A Moffitt </title>
		<first_name>Rhoda</first_name>
		<last_name>Moffitt</last_name>
		<middle_name>A</middle_name>
		<maiden_name></maiden_name>
		
		<first_name>Rhoda</first_name>
		<birth_date>Tue, 11 Aug 1953</birth_date>
		<death_date>Sat, 13 Dec 2025</death_date>
		<burial_date>Tue, 30 Nov -0001</burial_date>
		
		
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		<link>https://www.chchcremations.co.nz/obituaries/rhoda-a-moffitt/384/</link>		
		<pubDate>Thu, 08 Jan 2026 08:35:13</pubDate>		
		

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		<description><![CDATA[MOFFITT, Rhoda Anne: Passed away peacefully, surrounded by love, at Oamaru Hospital, on December 13, 2025, aged 62 years. Much loved partner of Mike McGrath, adored mother and mother-in-law of Thomas, Daniel and Laura, and James Williams, treasured g... <a href="https://www.chchcremations.co.nz/obituaries/rhoda-a-moffitt/384/">Continue reading <span class="meta-nav">&#8594;</span></a>]]></description>
				<content:encoded><![CDATA[MOFFITT, Rhoda Anne: Passed away peacefully, surrounded by love, at Oamaru Hospital, on December 13, 2025, aged 62 years. Much loved partner of Mike McGrath, adored mother and mother-in-law of Thomas, Daniel and Laura, and James Williams, treasured grand mother of Elijah, Madelyn, and Jessie Williams, loved daughter of the late Jessie Moffitt, sister of Sue, Angela, and Paul Debenham, niece of Annete McAdam, aunt of Andrea Peach, and Kirsty, Dougal, and Charles McAdam, and friend to many. Messages may be addressed to; The family of the late Rhoda Moffitt, c/- PO Box 39127, Christchurch. An opportunity to share a memory,  Christchurch Crematorium Chapel, 65 Vickerys Road, Wigram, on Monday, December 22, at 2pm.
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		<title>Gary  Sutton </title>
		<first_name>Gary</first_name>
		<last_name>Sutton</last_name>
		<middle_name></middle_name>
		<maiden_name></maiden_name>
		
		<first_name>Gary</first_name>
		<birth_date>Sat, 31 Jul 1954</birth_date>
		<death_date>Thu, 25 Dec 2025</death_date>
		<burial_date>Tue, 30 Nov -0001</burial_date>
		
		
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		<link>https://www.chchcremations.co.nz/obituaries/gary-sutton/383/</link>		
		<pubDate>Thu, 08 Jan 2026 08:29:29</pubDate>		
		

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		<description><![CDATA[SUTTON, Gary Passed away in Christchurch, 25 December 2025, aged 71 years. Beloved husband of Sandra (Sandy), loving Father to Michael and Partner (Izzy), caring brother and brother in-law to, Maureen, Kaye and Ian, Sue and Barry, Glenda and Paul, Ch... <a href="https://www.chchcremations.co.nz/obituaries/gary-sutton/383/">Continue reading <span class="meta-nav">&#8594;</span></a>]]></description>
				<content:encoded><![CDATA[<strong>SUTTON, Gary</strong> Passed away in Christchurch, 25 December 2025, aged 71 years. Beloved husband of Sandra (Sandy), loving Father to Michael and Partner (Izzy), caring brother and brother in-law to, Maureen, Kaye and Ian, Sue and Barry, Glenda and Paul, Christine and Trevor, a loving son, son in-law, uncle and friend to many. Messages may be addressed to the family of the late Gary Sutton, c/o PO Box 39127, Christchurch 8545. A gathering to celebrate Gary’s life will be held at our Avonpark Chapel, 2 Kerrs Road, Linwood, on January, Monday 5th 2:30pm followed by a private cremation.
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		<title>Christine M Fox  (Blackler) </title>
		<first_name>Christine</first_name>
		<last_name>Fox</last_name>
		<middle_name>M</middle_name>
		<maiden_name>Blackler</maiden_name>
		
		<first_name>Christine</first_name>
		<birth_date>Thu, 02 May 1957</birth_date>
		<death_date>Tue, 30 Dec 2025</death_date>
		<burial_date>Tue, 30 Nov -0001</burial_date>
		
		
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		<link>https://www.chchcremations.co.nz/obituaries/christine-m-fox/382/</link>		
		<pubDate>Thu, 08 Jan 2026 08:17:32</pubDate>		
		

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		<description><![CDATA[FOX, Christine Mary (Blackler): Passed away peacefully, surrounded by family and love, on December 30, 2025, aged 68 years.  Beloved mother of the late Ron, Brittany, and Quin, much loved sister and sister-in-law of Paul and Julie, and Gary and Jill... <a href="https://www.chchcremations.co.nz/obituaries/christine-m-fox/382/">Continue reading <span class="meta-nav">&#8594;</span></a>]]></description>
				<content:encoded><![CDATA[FOX, Christine Mary (Blackler): Passed away peacefully, surrounded by family and love, on December 30, 2025, aged 68 years.  Beloved mother of the late Ron, Brittany, and Quin, much loved sister and sister-in-law of Paul and Julie, and Gary and Jill, treasured grandmother and great-grandmother, adored daughter, aunt, and friend to many. Messages may be addressed to; The family of the late Christine Fox, c/- PO Box 39127, Christchurch. The memorial to celebrate Chrissys’ life will be held in the Rawhiti Golf Club, 100 Shaw Ave, New Brighton, on Thursday January 8, at 3pm
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		<title>Neil  Ayrey </title>
		<first_name>Neil</first_name>
		<last_name>Ayrey</last_name>
		<middle_name></middle_name>
		<maiden_name></maiden_name>
		
		<first_name>Neil</first_name>
		<birth_date>Sat, 21 Sep 1940</birth_date>
		<death_date>Sat, 29 Nov 2025</death_date>
		<burial_date>Tue, 30 Nov -0001</burial_date>
		
		
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		<link>https://www.chchcremations.co.nz/obituaries/neil-ayrey/381/</link>		
		<pubDate>Thu, 04 Dec 2025 09:58:21</pubDate>		
		

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		<description><![CDATA[AYREY, Neil Edward: With deep sadness we announce the passing of Neil on Saturday November 29, 2025, aged 85 years. Loved and cherished by his children, Alison, and Matthew, and his grandchildren, Oliver, and Liam, and best friend of Marion. He will ... <a href="https://www.chchcremations.co.nz/obituaries/neil-ayrey/381/">Continue reading <span class="meta-nav">&#8594;</span></a>]]></description>
				<content:encoded><![CDATA[AYREY, Neil Edward: With deep sadness we announce the passing of Neil on Saturday November 29, 2025, aged 85 years. Loved and cherished by his children, Alison, and Matthew, and his grandchildren, Oliver, and Liam, and best friend of Marion. He will always be cherished and in our hearts. Messages may be addressed to the family c/- PO Box 39127, Christchurch 8545. The Funeral Service for Neil will be held in our AvonPark Chapel, corner Kerrs and Pages Roads, Linwood, on Friday December 5, at 10.30am.
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