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David Paul "Dave" BAILEY

David BAILEY Obituary

After a courageous, brave, determined fight Dave finally found peace, at Nurse Maude Hospice, Christchurch, on Thursday, October 9, 2025; aged 54 years. Much loved husband of Sharon, adored Dad of Kelsea, Emma, Luke and Zak. Beloved son of Lyn Bailey and Lindsay Richards, and Paul Bailey and Carolyn Robertson. Treasured brother and brother-in-law of Sharon and Gavin Glover, and loved uncle of Fynn and Dexter. Loved son-in-law of Joan and the late Noel Hooper, and brother-in-law of Andrea Hooper, and uncle of Tyler. In lieu of flowers, donations to Nurse Maude Hospice would be appreciated and may be made at the service. Messages to: The Bailey Family, c/- PO Box 6035, Ashburton 7742. A memorial service to celebrate Dave's life will be held at the Hornby Club, 17 Carmen Road, Christchurch, on Sunday, October 19, commencing at 3.00pm.
Published by The Press on Oct. 13, 2025.

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Vivienne Limmer

October 19, 2025

All my thoughts are with you during this difficult time

Kent Knutson

October 18, 2025

I trained with David back in the Telecom days...we both started from the bottom
but I was always sure he would soar..very sad at the news.

Canterbury Genealogy Society

October 17, 2025

The membership of the Canterbury Genealogy Society (formerly known as New Zealand Society of Genealogists - Canterbury Branch), (Family History) wish to express sincere sympathy and condolences on the loss of David, to all his family and friends. Lyn has been a cherished member of our group since its early days, Lyn and Lindsay are a part of "our family of genealogists". We feel for you all.

RIP David

Andrea Lee

October 16, 2025

So sorry for your loss. I grew up in the same street and knew him and his family well and we went to primary school together.

Lois Chapman

October 15, 2025

Our thoughts are with the whole Hooper Clan at this sad time. Although our lives have gone in different directions our thoughts and memories are always with you. All our love Lois, Rodger Chapman and family.

Karen Greenwood

October 14, 2025

All our love Sharon to you and the family. We are so sorry to hear of his passing. We have very fond memories of you both from our days in Telecom Love Karen and Tony Greenwood. Xxxx

Lyn Parish

October 14, 2025

Sincere condolences to you Sharon and family.I have very fond memories of Dave from our Telecom days. May he RIP.

Susan Philpott

October 14, 2025

My condolences to you both, Lyn and Lindsay on the passing of your son. RIP. Thinking of you.

Lorraine Brianag-Chisholm

October 14, 2025

Very saddened to hear this news. I also have great memories of working with him at Telecom. My heart goes out to you Sharon and all your family. Sending my love.

Lauren Vaile

October 14, 2025

My sincere condolences Sharon and family such a huge loss Dave made an indelible mark on everyone he met I have so many great memories of when we worked together in Hereford St

Cathy Stevenson

October 13, 2025

To Lyn, Lindsay & family.
My condolences to you all at this very sad time. You will miss him dearly. RIP David

Heather Mooar

October 13, 2025

Much love to you Lyn and family. Thinking of you all

Susan Isaacs

October 13, 2025

With deepest condolences Lynne and Paul. My heart is broken for you.
Sue Isaacs, stepmother of Nathan Isaacs.

John & Mary Cousins

October 13, 2025

To Sharon & Family,
We have many fond memories of David mainly with the Team on the Cracroft Residents Association . Our prayers and thoughts are with you all at this sad time.

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