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Ernest HEPWORTH Obituary

On October 9, 2023, passed away unexpectedly at Christchurch Hospital. Dearly loved husband of Glenda (nee Hillis). Much loved Dad of Kerry Hepworth, treasured grandad of Jahnaka, and Tahleah McIntyre. Loved stepfather of Dan and Eavanne Hillis, and grandad of Zoe and Cam. Ernie was a loved brother, brother-in-law, uncle and friend to many. A special thank you to Dr Gerald Fairhall and the staff at Christchurch Hospital for their wonderful care of Ernie. Flowers respectfully declined. Messages may be sent to the Hepworth family, c/- P.O. Box 263, Kaiapoi 7644. A service to celebrate Ernie's life will be held in the John Rhind Chapel, entry from London and Whitmore Streets, Christchurch, on Monday, October 16 at 10.00am. Private cremation thereafter.


Published by The Press from Oct. 11 to Oct. 14, 2023.

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Vivienne and Danny Heaney

October 19, 2023

To Ernie's wife n family
We were very sorry to hear about his passing , great memories of him in the pipe bands years , Danny used to be in Riccarton Highland Pipe Band with him
Our special thoughts are with you all , kind Regards Vivienne and Danny Heaney

Murray Falconer

October 13, 2023

So sad to hear of Ernie`s unexpected passing
I have nothing but great memories of Ernie during our school years and our teenage years.Everyone loved him.
He will be missed every day.
Murray Falconer

Diana & George Hemopo

October 13, 2023

Please accept our sincere condolences we will always remember Ernie he taught Bradley to back a trailer correctly. Always remembered.
Diana & George Hemopo

Lorraine Horrell

October 13, 2023

Dear Glenda & family, please accept our deepest sympathy to you all on Ernie´s passing. Shocked to say the least, however lovely memories made for years, at Boat Harbour, especially Ernie on his chilly bin scooter! You are in our thoughts, & apologies we won´t be able to attend the funeral.
All the best to you, Lorraine & Johnny

Lorraine & Merv Hogan

October 12, 2023

Our thoughts are with you Glenda and family, Merv & I send our condolences

Barbie

October 12, 2023

You will be missed.... by your friends and family

Ray & Ann Harper

October 11, 2023

Dear Glenda & family, We are so sorry to hear of Ernie´s sudden death. He has been an inspiration being such a battler for so long. Please accept our very deepest sympathy, you are in our thoughts & prayers at this sad & difficult time. Kindest Regards
Ray & Ann Harper

Shirley

October 11, 2023

Glenda and family,
Sincere sympathy to you all
-as naturally as leaves on a tree
So will the memories of Ernie be
Shirley Hobson & Jesse Kinzett ex KVTS

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