Christchurch Crematorium Funerals - Obituaries

Leonard (Len) John George Jarvis

Wed, 11 Dec 2019 09:36:25

Formerly from Christchurch and most recently Blenheim. On December 9, 2019, passed away suddenly but peacefully at Christchurch Hospital. Loved husband of Judith (Judy) and loved father and father-in-law of Blair and Natasha (Christchurch), Scott and Amber (Melbourne), Rachel and Liam Southall (Christchurch) and the late Glenn. Loved grandfather of Hannah-Leigh, Karen and Jayda, Jasinta, Michael, Glenn, Ruby, Aston, Henry and great grandfather of Kyle and Aurora. Loved brother-in-law to Christine, Gray, Lynne and the late Brett. The family would like to thank staff from Christchurch Hospital, particularly from Ward 10 and ICU for the professionalism, respect, empathy and compassion they extended to Len and his family. Please send any messages for the Jarvis family to C/- P.O. Box 39127, Christchurch, 8545. A Service for Len will be held at in our Crematorium Chapel, 65 Vickerys Road, Wigram, Christchurch on Monday, December 16 at 2.00pm

Bernadette Benbow (Morton)

Wed, 11 Dec 2019 08:36:42

Beloved and adored. Passed away after illness on December 7, 2019, at Rose Court, Spreydon, in the company of her family. Wife of Dave, Mother of Stephen, Andrew, and Jamie. Mother-in-law of Katie, Cindy, and Reb. Grandmother of Kalvin, Lola, and Samuel. Sister of Anthony. Auntie, cousin, and a friend to many around the world. At Bernadette’s request, no flowers please but donations to Nurse Maude would be appreciated and may be made at the service. The family would like to acknowledge the devotion, care, expertise and compassion given to Bernadette by the Nurse Maude Palliative Care Team and community nurses, the doctors and nurses at Christchurch Hospital, and the staff at Rose Court. Messages for the Family may be sent C/- PO Box 39127, Christchurch 8545. Her love was measured by giving. Rest easy Darling, you are forever within us all. A Memorial service will be held at Christchurch Crematorium Chapel, 65 Vickerys Road, Wigram on Thursday December 12, at 2.00pm

Thomas (Tom) Francis McCabe

Mon, 02 Dec 2019 08:01:55

Passed away peacefully on Wednesday November 27, 2019, at Rannerdale Veterans Village, in his 85^th year. Dearly loved son of the late Felecia and James. Loved brother of Jim (deceased), Owen, Robert, Phyllis, Margaret, and Patty (deceased). Father of Joanne, Christine, and Shelley and a grandfather of all his grandchildren. Messages for the McCabe Family may be sent C/- PO Box 39127, Christchurch 8545. A Celebration of Tom’s life will be held in our chapel 65 Vickerys Road, Wigram on Wednesday December 4, at 2.00pm.

Brad Stephen Gilmore

Thu, 21 Nov 2019 10:00:21

On November 15, 2019, passed away peacefully at Christchurch Hospital. Loved Son of Clarry and Christine, brother of Kylie and uncle of Jana, Tara, Tiana and Sapphire. Dearly loved nephew by all his aunties and uncles, and a loved cousin. Special thanks to carers and staff at Pukeko Blue and all the doctors and nurses at P.S.A.I.D. In Lieu of Flowers donations to the IHC in memory of Brad would be appreciated. Messages for the Gilmore Family may be sent C/-P.O. Box 39127, Christchurch, 8545 A Memorial Celebration of Brad’s life will be held at Embers Room at The Papanui Club, 310 Sawyers Arms Road, Christchurch on Saturday, November 23, at 1.00 pm

Sharon Katherine Carrick

Thu, 07 Nov 2019 16:14:02

Passed away peacefully surrounded by her sons, on Friday, November 1, 2019 at Christchurch Hospital. Loved and missed by her sons, David, Adrian, and Jan.

“Finally at Peace, Rest easy now Mum”

Messages for the Family may be sent C/- P.O. Box 39127, Christchurch, 8545. In keeping with Sharon’s wishes a Private Family Service has been held.

Andrew (Brown) Robert James Brown

Sat, 05 Oct 2019 14:47:24

Passed away peacefully in his sleep on Wednesday October 2, 2019, aged 30 years. Loved and cherished son of Debbs and Pete Moody and Geoff and Sharon Brown. Adored brother of Jess and Don, Lauren, Renee, and Callan, special Uncle Brown to Harlem, and Koa. Dearly loved Grandson of Norah and Bruce Craik, Nana Val and the late Ngaire and Ken Brown. A loved nephew, cousin and friend too many. In lieu of flowers donations to the Mental Health Foundation and Type 1 Diabetes would be greatly appreciated and can be made at the service. Messages to the family of the late Andrew Brown may be sent C/O P.O. 39127, Christchurch 8545. A Celebration of Andrews life will be held at the Hornby Working Mens Club, 17 Carmen Road, Hornby on Tuesday, October 8 at 1.00pm

Daniel George Beauchamp

Tue, 24 Sep 2019 09:10:49

Peacefully on Thursday September 19, 2019, at his home, aged 60. Dearly loved son of Robin (deceased) and Sutui, celebrated brother of Kirsty, William, Pip, and Tom.

“Shine On You Crazy Diamond”

A Celebration of Daniel’s life will be held at Seager Clinic, The Princess Margaret Hospital, 97 Cashmere Road, Cashmere, on Wednesday September 25, at 10.30am.

Allan (Dusty) Charles Miller

Fri, 20 Sep 2019 11:52:33

Passed away at Middlepark Senior Care on Monday, September 16, 2019. Beloved husband of Maureen, loved father and father in law of Kerri and Phillip, and Blair and Gina, treasured Poppa to Thomas, Joshua, Zoe, and Hope, dearly loved brother and brother in law of Gordon and Valerie. In lieu of Flowers donation’s to The Cancer Society would be appreciated and may be made at the service. Messages for the Miller family may be sent C/- P.O. Box 39127, Christchurch, 8545. A Celebration of Dusty’s life will be held in our Crematorium Chapel, 65 Vickerys Road, Wigram on Thursday, September 19 at 2.00pm

Matthew (Matt) James GILL

Fri, 13 Sep 2019 16:06:31

Passed away on Wednesday September 11, 2019, at Homestead Ilam. Loved brother of Barry. Messages to the Gill Family may be sent C/- PO Box 39127, Christchurch 8545. A Funeral Service for Matt will be held in our Chapel 65 Vickerys Road, Wigram on ... Continue reading →

Carol Ann Te Aho

Fri, 13 Sep 2019 16:09:47

It is with deep sadness that Carol’s family wish to advise her passing on Wednesday September 11, 2019, at Cashmere View Hospital. A beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother. The family would like to thank the staff at Cashmere View Hospital for their wonderful care of Carol. Messages for the Family of the Late Carol Te Aho may be sent C/- PO Box 39127, Christchurch 8545. A Celebration of Carol’s life will be held in our chapel 65 Vickerys Road, Wigram, on Monday September 16, at 2.00pm

Robyn Adele Burgess

Fri, 13 Sep 2019 16:03:12

Passed away on Tuesday, September 3, 2019 at Christchurch Hospital, loved wife of Richard, loved mum and mother in law of David and Leigh, and Stephen, and grandmother of Hayden. Messages for the Burgess family may be sent C/- P.O. Box 39127, Christchurch, 8545. In Lieu of flowers donations to the Cancer Society would be appreciated. A Memorial Service for Robyn will be held at the Heritage Hamner Springs, 1 Conical Hill Rd, Hanmer Springs on Tuesday, September 10 at 1.00pm

Dion Brent Quirke

Mon, 02 Sep 2019 12:17:45

Passed away suddenly and unexpectedly at home on Monday, August 19, 2019. Loved son of Noel (deceased) and Chris, loved brother and brother in law of Dean and Kim, Craig and Jo, Greg and Kerri, Vaughan and Louise,and Eddie and Claire, a very special baby brother and brother in law to his big sister Tracey and Alastair, loved uncle to his nieces and nephews, Dion will be missed by all his many workmates and friends. Messages for the Quirke Family may be sent C/- P.O.Box 39127, Christchurch, 8545. A Celebration of Dion’s life will be held in our Crematorium Chapel, 65 Vickerys Road, Wigram on Wednesday, September 4 at 10.00am.

Alene June ROBINSON (Caldwell)

Fri, 09 Aug 2019 14:56:54

Passed away on Thursday August 1, 2019 at Ngaio Marsh Retirement Village. Beloved and adored wife and dancing partner of Jim, a loved sister of Kevin, Fay, Barry, Wayne and the late Valmai, respected and loved step mother, aunty, and friend to many. Messages for the Robinson Family may be sent C/- P.O. Box 39127, Christchurch, 8545. A Celebration of Alene’s life will be held in the Canterbury Crematorium Chapel, Cnr Keighleys Road and Linwood Avenue on Monday, August 5 at 2.00pm

Paul Urquhart Maclean

Fri, 02 Aug 2019 14:48:29

Suddenly on Monday, July 29, 2019 aged 61 years. Loved husband of Ann, father of David and Tina Whyte, grandfather of Meili, brother of Alyson, and John. Dearly loved son of the late John and Doreen, uncle and great uncle of Thomas, Sophie, Annabelle, Nio, Abby, and Zinnia. Messages for the Maclean family may be sent C/- P.O. Box 39127, Christchurch, 8545. A Gathering to Farewell Paul will be held in our Chapel, 65 Vickerys Road, Wigram on Friday, August 2 at 10.00am

Douglas Norman WANHALLA

Fri, 09 Aug 2019 14:58:07

Passed away peacefully on Sunday, July 21, 2019, at Ultimate Care Rose Court. Adored partner of Dianne Story, dearly loved father, step father, brother, grandad, and great grandad. In lieu of flowers donations to The Oncology Department of Christchurch Hospital would be appreciated and may be made at the service. Messages for the Wanhalla family may be sent C/- P.0. Box 39127, Christchurch 8545. The Celebration of Doug’s life will be held in our chapel, 65 Vickerys Road, Wigram on Thursday, July 25 at 2.00pm

Michael Geoffrey Bolton

Thu, 18 Jul 2019 14:06:21

On July 14th at Christchurch Hospital. Dearly loved husband of Linda, father and father in law of Cathy and Tim, Dan and Anna, Dave and Elaine, Terryne, Ryan and Angie, Adam and Letisha. Loved brother and brother in law of David and Janet, Joe and Ma, Robert and Jan, Bon and Keith. Beloved Beebaa to all his adored grandchildren. A private cremation has been held and a Celebration of Michael’s life will be held at the farm on Sunday the 21st of July at 1pm.

David John THORNLEY

Thu, 18 Jul 2019 08:50:47

"A respected designer who cared deeply for the city of Christchurch"

A special thanks to the staff at Nurse Maude Hospital for their wonderful care of David. Messages for the family may be sent C/- PO Box 39127, Christchurch, 8545. A Funeral Service for David will be held in The Great Hall, The Art Centre, 2 Worcester Boulevard, on Saturday July 20, at 11.00am.

David John THORNLEY

Tue, 06 Aug 2019 09:58:15

Passed on Tuesday evening July 16, 2019, aged 74years. Loved and respected father of Nadja, Simon, and Miles. Dearly loved partner of the late Doris, nephew of Dot, brother of Judy, and grandfather of Chris, Paris, Alex, and Eva. A respected designer who cared deeply for the city of Christchurch. A special thanks to the staff at Nurse Maude Hospital for their wonderful care of David. Messages for the family may be sent C/- PO Box 39127, Christchurch, 8545. A Funeral Service for David will be held in The Great Hall, The Art Centre, 2 Worcester Boulevard, on Saturday July 20, at 11.00am.

Eileen White

Fri, 19 Jul 2019 10:41:49

Our hearts are heavy with the loss of Eileen who passed away peacefully at Palmgrove Retirement Village on Monday, July 15, 2019, aged 89. Beloved wife of the late Donald Kinloch White, cherished and much loved mother and mother-in-law of Christine and Christopher, Brian and Moraig, and loving Gma of Sam and Holly, and Josh and Jess. Loved sister-in-law of Doreen and Ron, John and Bette, Wendy and Barry, Ann and Les. A loved cousin of Gwen and Ian, David and Linda, and a loved sister of the late Joyce Baker. Loved aunt of all her nieces and nephews. Great friend to Thelma, Maureen and Ken, and Ruth.

“Never forgotten will always be in our hearts”

Messages for the family may be sent C/- PO Box 39127, Christchurch, 8545. In lieu of flowers donations to Dogwatch would be appreciated and may be made at the service. A service to Celebrate and remember Eileen’s life will be held in our Chapel, 65 Vickerys Road, Wigram Tomorrow (Friday) at 2.00pm

Franklyn Francis Webber

Mon, 15 Jul 2019 10:00:06

Passed peacefully, 9 July 2019 at St Allisa Life Care, aged 76 years. Much loved husband of Brenda. Treasured father and father in law of Juliet and Keri, Angela and Jared, Judith and the late Ryan and Scott. Beloved grandfather of Noa, and Ngaikiha, Ravie, Fenn and Lani, and Regan and Leon. The family wish to thank the staff at St Allisa for their care and support. Messages for the family may be sent c/- PO Box 39127, Christchurch 8545. A service to farewell Frank will be held at the Christchurch Crematorium Chapel on Tuesday 16 July 2019 at 2.00pm.