On September 2, 2024, aged 58 years, Brent passed away peacefully at Nurse Maude Hospice, after his journey with cancer. Dearly loved son of John and Shirley (both deceased), Proud father of daughter Alica Lee and son Shaun Thompson. Loved brother and brother-in-law of Sharon, Micheal and Marie, Julie, Craig and Koral and loved by his nieces and nephews, Uncle and aunts, cousins. Cherished and loved mate of Eddie and Steve. Many thanks to all departments at the Christchurch Hospital that treated Brent over his journey. Thank you to all the staff at Nurse Maude Hospice for taking care of him in his last days with us. Brent's wish was to have a private cremation, and a lawn service will be held at a later date, at the Ellesmere Public Cemetery.

Published by The Press on Sep. 4, 2024.