On Monday, March 9, 2026, passed away peacefully at home, surrounded by family. Dearly loved wife of Clem for 60 years. Much loved mother and mother-in-law of Greg and Vicki, Brent and Sarah, Antonia and Tony, Marcus and Naomi, and Suzanna and Shane. Cherished grandmother and great-grandmother of her 20 grandchildren and 4 great-grandchildren, and special Mum to Corey. So much to so many, words cannot express. Messages may be addressed to: The family of the late Claire Lewis, c/- PO Box 39001, Christchurch 8545. The family would like to acknowledge the support of the Nurse Maude Palliative Care team. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to
nursemaude.org.nz. The funeral service for Claire will be held at the Tai Tapu Community Centre (Rhodes Park Domain), 722 Old Tai Tapu Road, Tai Tapu, on Tuesday, March 17, at 11.00am, followed by private interment.

Published by The Press on Mar. 14, 2026.