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Desmond John Alexander "Des" MITCHELL

Desmond MITCHELL Obituary

On February 22, 2026, peacefully in Christchurch, in his 88th year. Very dearly loved husband of June, very much loved father and father-in-law of Lois and Kevin, Anne and Michael, and Michelle and Rafe. Very much loved Grandad of Vanessa and Dylan; Mitchell and Matthew; and Tobin and Anise. A private family service has been held


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Published by The Press on Feb. 28, 2026.

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