Christchurch Crematorium Funerals - Obituaries

Eric Wyld

Tue, 07 Jul 2020 13:51:19

Passed away peacefully on Friday June 26, 2020, at Radius Hawthorne, aged 89 Years. Dearly loved husband and best friend of Aileen, much loved and devoted father of Anthony, Joanne, Martin, Wayne, Brent, and Roger. A much loved grandfather and great-grandfather. Eric’s family would like to thank Radius Hawthorne staff and residents for their support and friendship, and a special thank you to IHC Christchurch, Court theatre supporters and Friendshipforce Christchurch. Donations to IHC, Christchurch would be appreciated and may be made at the service. Messages for the family may be sent C/- PO Box 39127, Christchurch 8545. A celebration of Eric’s life will be held in our chapel 65 Vickerys Road, Wigram, on Monday June 29 at 2pm.

Michael B Mitchell-Mulqueen

Fri, 28 Feb 2020 16:43:51

MITCHELL-MULQUEEN, Michael Brian – Passed away suddenly on Monday February 17, 2020, aged 25 years. Deeply loved by his partner Emma Lim, and a much loved son of Tony Mitchell, and Tania Mulqueen. Dearly loved brother of Hannah, Rebecca, and Adam. A much loved grandson of Brian Mulqueen, and Lois Edwards. Messages for the Mitchell-Mulqueen Family may be sent C/- PO Box 39127, Christchurch 8545. A Celebration of Michael’s life will be held in our chapel 65 Vickerys Road, Wigram on Monday February 24, at 2.00pm.

George Lomey Gemmell

Mon, 10 Feb 2020 10:49:00

Passed away peacefully on Monday February 3, 2020, at Mayfair, in his 88^th year. Dearly loved husband of Marilyn for 55 years. Much loved Dad of Steven, Janine, and Nicholas. Loved Grandad of Nicholas, and Zach, and a loved brother of Laurie, Ila, Digby, Garry, and Reon. A special thank you to Somerfield House, and Mayfair for their wonderful care of George. Messages for the Gemmell Family may be sent C/- PO Box 39127, Christchurch 8545. In lieu of flowers donations to S.P.C.A would be appreciated and may be made at the service. The Funeral Service for George will be held in our chapel 65 Vickerys Road, Wigram, on Friday, February 7, at 2.00pm.

Helen S Frances (Kerr)

Fri, 28 Feb 2020 16:20:14

FRANCES Helen Smith (nee Kerr) Passed away on 2 February 2020 after a long and courageous battle aged 81. Beloved daughter of James Francis and Helen Kerr and loved sister of Nan Beck (deceased), David Kerr (deceased) and Hannah Low. Adored mother and mother in law of Tracey and Darryl Clarke and wonderful grandma to Brayden and Sophia. In lieu of flowers donations to Nurse Maude would be appreciated. Messages for the family may be sent C/- PO Box 39127, Christchurch, 8545 A service for Fran will be held at the Christchurch Crematorium Chapel, 65 Vickerys Road, Wigram, on Friday 7 February 2020 at 10am.

Peter James Patrick Simpson

Fri, 28 Feb 2020 16:22:41

SIMPSON, Peter James Patrick (Pete) – ‘Uney’ left us on 28 January 2020. Loved husband of Sonya, Dad to Trent and Connor. Loved Brother, Brother-in-law, Uncle and Friend. Messages for Pete’s family may be sent C/- PO Box 39127 Christchurch 85... Continue reading →

Patrick Joseph Dugan

Fri, 28 Feb 2020 16:24:26

DUGAN, Patrick Joseph Q.S.M – Passed away surrounded by his loving family on Saturday 18 January, 2020 aged 93 years. Dearly loved and proud husband of Coral, loved father of Kevin, Brendan and Sandy, Annette and the late Dennis. Dearly loved Pop of his grandchildren and great grandchildren. Loved by all his nephews and nieces and loved brother of the late Colleen. Please send any messages for the Dugan Family to C/- P.O. Box 39127, Christchurch, 8545. At Pat’s request a Private Cremation has be held, a Celebration of Pat’s life will be held at Christ the King, Greers Road, on Thursday January 23 at 11:30am.

Ronald (Ron) Desmond Clark

Mon, 30 Dec 2019 11:35:19

Family and friends of Ron wish you to know he passed away on Thursday December 26, 2019, at home surrounded by family, aged 81 years. Messages for the Clark Family may be sent C/- PO Box 39127, Christchurch 8545.

“Don’t be late”

A Funeral Service for Ron will be held at our chapel on Saturday 28 December at 10.00 am at 65 Vickerys Road, Wigram.

Jane Marie Valentine Maynard

Tue, 24 Dec 2019 08:19:36

Passed away peacefully in her sleep on Sunday December 22, 2019, at Nurse Maude Hospice, aged 86 years. Dearly loved and treasured Mum of Paul, Phillip, and Wendy, a loved mother-in-law of Nigel, and a much loved Nana of all her grandchildren. In lieu of flowers donations to Nurse Maude Hospice would be appreciated and may be made at the service. Messages for the Maynard Family may be sent C/- PO Box 39127, Christchurch 8545. The Funeral Service for Jane will be held in our chapel 65 Vickerys Road, Wigram (TOMORROW) Tuesday at 2.00pm.

Michael Colvin Gardyne

Fri, 20 Dec 2019 14:23:41

Suddenly at home on Monday December 16, 2019, aged 60 years. Dearly loved husband and best friend of Cindy, a cherished father and father-in-law of Jason and Narissa, and a loving grandad of Te Ariki, and Rylan. A much loved brother of Linda, and Marie. Messages for the Family can be sent C/- PO Box 39127, Christchurch 8545. A Celebration of Michael’s life will be held in Hope Presbyterian Church, 27 Aymes Road, Hornby, on Monday December 23, at 1.00pm.

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

Fri, 31 Jan 2020 16:11:57

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