Frederick Roy "Roy" SAWTELL

FUNERAL HOME

John Rhind Funeral Directors

13-19 London St

Christchurch, Canterbury

Frederick SAWTELL Obituary

Roy passed away peacefully at Christchurch Hospital on Monday, October 13, 2025, aged 101. Dearly loved husband of the late Val, loved father of Steve, Greg and Bernie. Treasured father-in-law of Susan, Karen and Sharon. Special grandfather to Liam, Lauren, Adam and David, and cherished great-grandfather to Lincoln. Our heartfelt thanks go to the nurses and staff of Ward 17 at Christchurch Hospital for his end of life care. A celebration of Roy's life will be held at John Rhind Funeral Directors, 19 London Street, Christchurch, on Friday, October 17 at 1.00pm. Messages can be sent to the Sawtell family, c/- John Rhind, 19 London Street, Christchurch 8013.

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Published by The Press on Oct. 15, 2025.

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Angi

October 21, 2025

To Greg and Karen. So sorry for the passing of Roy. Although I hadn´t met him, he sounded like a wonderful man with a fab sense of humour. Treasure your memories. Thinking of you both at this difficult time and sending you virtual hugs xx

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Kathy Rogers

October 16, 2025

To Bernie and Sharon and family, so sorry to hear of your dad´s passing
What a great age he was.... Hugs and love to you all
Kathy Rogers

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