Elizabeth passed away peacefully at The Oaks Retirement Home on Thursday, August 28, 2025. Dearly loved wife of the late Gordan for 71 years, and loving father of Jonathan and Robert (France), father-in-law to Catherine and Karen. Adoring Nana to Johanna and Andy (Brisbane), Nicole and Toby, and Alexandra and Darin. Great-Nana to Sophie, Isla (Brisbane), Josh, Brodie, Caleb (Christchurch). Special thanks to the staff at The Oaks. Extra special thanks to the Reverend Nicky Lees for her constant care and support. No flowers by request, in lieu of flowers donations may be made direct to St John Ambulance (Christchurch). Messages may be addressed to The Family of Elizabeth Handley-Packham, c/- 58 Coleridge Street, Christchurch 8023. A service celebrating Elizabeth's life will be held at The Transitional Cathedral, 234 Hereford Street, on Thursday, September 4, at 10.30am.

Published by The Press on Aug. 30, 2025.