Brian APPLETON Obituary

Peacefully passed on Thursday, September 4, 2025. Loved husband of Peggy. Cherished Dad of Michelle, and Lara, and father-in-law of Andrew Cook. The best Pop and mate of Reggie and Wilson. Loved son and brother of the late Kath, Donald, and David Appleton (Manchester, England). Loved son-in-law and brother-in-law of the late Eileen, Alan, and Murray McLaren (Ashburton). Our deepest thanks to Dr Oliver Setchell and David Gibbs and his team and all the amazing Oncology Department and Nurse Maude staff. To our friends and family who have supported us through this time of Brian's journey we have been bathed in such wonderful love and care. Messages to the Appleton family c/- PO Box 10345, Christchurch 8145. In lieu of flowers, donations welcome to Nurse Maude at the service or online at nursemaude.org.nz/donate in Brian's name. A celebration of Brian's life will be held in the Christchurch Golf Club, 45 Horseshoe Lake Road, on Saturday, September 13, at 11.00am. To view the livestream of the service go to Brian's tribute page at belllambtrotter.co.nz