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David CHING Obituary
Peacefully on May 17, 2016, surrounded by his loving family, aged 76 years. Dearly loved husband, soulmate and best buddy of Helen. Devoted and much loved dad and father-in-law of Nicki and Craig Hayles, Geoff and Michele Ching, Sarah and David Kahu, Mandy and Nick Hau. Treasured Grandad of Lucy, Ryan and Katie; Daniel, Andrew, Hannah and Emily; Joseph, Thomas, Benjamin and William; Isabella and Bronté. He will be sadly missed by all. The family wish to sincerely thank the staff at Addington Lifestyle Care, Nurse Maude, Ward 26 Christchurch Hospital, and Dr Marr for their devoted care and attention shown to David. Messages may be addressed to The Family of the late David Ching, c/- PO Box 39001, Christchurch 8545. In lieu of flowers, donations to New Zealand Foundation of Conductive Education would be appreciated, and may be made at the service. A Service to celebrate David's life will be held in our Westpark Chapel, 467 Wairakei Road, Burnside, on Monday, May 23, at 2.00pm. Private cremation thereafter.
Memories and Condolences
for David CHING
8 Entries
May 22, 2016
Our thoughts are with the family at this sad time, David was a wonderful caring man and has done an amazing amount for conductive education country wide and also for us as a family, our Son Nick has been doing Conductive Ed for 22 years So thank you Dave for making that possible we will always remember you. Sue & Alan Brennock and Nick Parker
Jane Newton
May 22, 2016
A huge thank you to Dave for his management of the CRFU Ball Boys. The opportunity he gave to many young people to do this role is one they will remember and always feel privileged and honoured to have had, so again thank you Dave.
Graeme Ching
May 22, 2016
Much loved brother, brother-in-law, uncle and cousin. Will always be remembered as a loving family man with a great sense of humour and a strong commitment to community service. Will be sadly missed. Graeme, Olinka, Stephen, Andrew, Louisa and Maree.
Liz Maaka nee Simon
May 21, 2016
Sad for you at your loss
May 20, 2016
Alex Thomas was in the first intake of students that were lucky enough to attend Addington School. Alex gives Mr Ching a big thumbs up for being a great Principal and so supportive of all the Conductive Education students. Mr Ching made lots of good things happen for people with disabilities right up until he passed away. He was simply one of those people who have a big heart and strong sense of justice. We owe you a lot Mr Ching and will always remember you. From Alex Thomas and the original room fivers x
Sharon Toogood
May 19, 2016
I had the privilege of being in Mr Chings class for two years at Addington primary in the 1960's. I have often thought of him with fondness over the years; he was a kind and charismatic teacher that could inspire a love of learning in a child. I remember being unwell and having a fainting spell at school and he took me home. I have never forgotten a trick he used to teach us how to spell the word 'business' correctly 'Mr Ness keeps his eye on the bus'. Many years later, I briefly connected with a fellow class mate on the now defunct Old Friends site, he told me, Mr Ching, had also been his favourite teacher and was pivotal in his own choice to become a teacher himself. My thoughts go to his loved ones at this sad time, he will be greatly missed.
May 23, 2016
CHING, David Leonard:
Passed away Tuesday, May 17, 2016. Dearly loved brother of Graeme, brother-in-law of Olinka, and uncle to Stephen, Andrew and Louisa, and cousin Maree from Australia. Will be sadly missed by us all.
May 20, 2016
CHING, David Leonard:
Dearly loved dad and grandad. An inspiration to us all. Our hero, brave, loving and funny. Thank you for all the happy memories. Proud of you forever, we love you always and will miss you every day.
Nicki, Craig, Lucy, Ryan and Katie.
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