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Elizabeth RIVERS Obituary

RIVERS,
Elizabeth Jane (Liz):
At home on December 27, 2021. Aged 75 years. Very dearly loved wife of Ian for 52 years, mother of Katy, Jeremy and Dan. Mother-in-Law of Blair, Lisa and Katie. Adored grandmother of Rosetta, Monty, Boh, Harry, Luella and Sam. A farewell with immediate family was held at dawn. Lizzie was an incredible woman, woven into the fabric of the lives of so many people. Friends and family are invited to a celebration of her life 1-4pm on Sunday, January 23, 2022. For those who wish, donations to Sweet Louise would be appreciated, to support those living with incurable breast cancer. The family would like to acknowledge and thank the Christchurch Hospital Oncology Department for their phenomenal care and to all those who have provided love and support. We are very grateful. Messages for the family c/- Simplicty Funerals, PO Box 26112, Christchurch 8148. Simpicity Funerals.

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Published by The Press on Dec. 29, 2021.

Memories and Condolences
for Elizabeth RIVERS

9 Entries

Jackie Lee

February 18, 2022

So sorry to hear about Elizabeth, Ian. Very sad for you all. I know she was very much loved.

Jackie Lee

Jeanette Tarbotton

January 2, 2022

So sorry to hear of Liz's passing. A very much respected and loved cousin. My deepest sympathy and love to you all

Barbara Sinclair

January 1, 2022

Such sad news, Liz will be sorely missed. Love and condolences to all the family. X

Chris O'Dea

December 31, 2021

So sorry to read of Liz's death. My deepest sympathy to you Ian, and your family. You will have many happy memories. Thinking of you at this sad time. Regards Chris O'Dea

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David & Helen Rowland

December 31, 2021

Ian and Family, our condolences on your sad loss. Thinking of you at this time.

Gus eathorne

December 30, 2021

To Ian & family
Sorry about your loss.
Liz was such a lovely lady
Regards Gus Eathorne

Suzanne Carson

December 30, 2021

To Ian and family, on the passing of your dearly loved wife, mother, and grandmother, I send to you the deepest of sympathy. I know how much Liz was treasured and how much she will be missed. Thinking of you all at this time.

Lynn & Noel Gillman

December 29, 2021

Dear Liz, you will be sadly missed, you were a great family person, and a very talented Lady, we remember with fondness our Samoan holiday and lots of laughs that we all enjoyed, our love and thoughts are with your family at this time, God speed dear friend. Love always Lynn & Noel Gillman

Ellen Loader

December 29, 2021

Sincere sympathy with you Ian, and your family at this time. Live with your Happy memories in the days ahead..

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Memorial Events
for Elizabeth RIVERS

Jan

23

Celebration of Life

1:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.

Canterbury

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Simplicity Funerals Christchurch

Corner Gasson & 58A Coleridge Streets 58 Coleridge Street Sydenham, Christchurch 8148