Peacefully at Christchurch Hospital on January 16, 2026, aged 83 years. Dearly loved husband of Leonie. Adored father and father-in-law of Chris and Claire, Nathan and Karen, and Gina and Carlin. Cherished grandfather of all his grandchildren. A service to celebrate Don's life will be held at Northbrook Chapel and Rossburn Reception, Spark Lane, Rangiora, on Wednesday, January 21 at 1.00pm, followed by interment at Rangiora Park Lawn Cemetery. Messages to the Clarke Family, c/- PO Box 35, Rangiora 7440. In lieu of flowers please consider donations to the Neurological Foundation.

Published by The Press on Jan. 19, 2026.