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Gordon ARPS Obituary
ARPS, Gordon Leslie:
Passed away peacefully in Christchurch, on November 30, 2019, with his loving family at his side, aged 87 years. Dearest devoted husband of the late Mary Arps for 64 years. Cherished father and father-in-law of Stephen and Maree, Philip and Robyn, Andrew and Marina, Christopher and Shirley. Loved Poppa of Meghan, Sophie, Thomas and Jane; Gregory, Michael; James and Jasmine, Emily and George; Jonathan, Ruby; Aidan, Ashleigh. Great-Grandfather of Harriet, Olivia, Tayla and London. Loved brother of the late Alan (deceased), brother-in-law of Joyce Arps; John and Audrey (deceased); Maureen (deceased) and Colin; Averil (deceased) and Bruce; Desmond and Robyn; Lesley (deceased). A very special thanks from the family to Dr Andrew Gillespie for the care he gave Gordon over many years and the staff of Windsor Care. A private family service was held on December 4, 2019, at Gordon's request.
Reunited with Mary,
his lady in red.
In lieu of flowers the family would appreciate donations to Ronald McDonald House, online at bit.ly/glarps3011 All messages to PO Box 26112, Christchurch 8148.
Passed away peacefully in Christchurch, on November 30, 2019, with his loving family at his side, aged 87 years. Dearest devoted husband of the late Mary Arps for 64 years. Cherished father and father-in-law of Stephen and Maree, Philip and Robyn, Andrew and Marina, Christopher and Shirley. Loved Poppa of Meghan, Sophie, Thomas and Jane; Gregory, Michael; James and Jasmine, Emily and George; Jonathan, Ruby; Aidan, Ashleigh. Great-Grandfather of Harriet, Olivia, Tayla and London. Loved brother of the late Alan (deceased), brother-in-law of Joyce Arps; John and Audrey (deceased); Maureen (deceased) and Colin; Averil (deceased) and Bruce; Desmond and Robyn; Lesley (deceased). A very special thanks from the family to Dr Andrew Gillespie for the care he gave Gordon over many years and the staff of Windsor Care. A private family service was held on December 4, 2019, at Gordon's request.
Reunited with Mary,
his lady in red.
In lieu of flowers the family would appreciate donations to Ronald McDonald House, online at bit.ly/glarps3011 All messages to PO Box 26112, Christchurch 8148.
Published by The Press on Dec. 7, 2019.
Memories and Condolences
for Gordon ARPS
3 Entries
Denise Walkingshaw
December 9, 2019
Our deepest sympathies are with the family. We have many fond memories of Mary and Gordon as our lovely neighbours in Lowry Avenue.
Denise and Malcolm Walkingshaw
Dave Edwards
December 8, 2019
A gentleman, when i first met Gordon his charm relaxed us all. in our tearaway years advice of respect. my condolences to you all. Dave Edwards Invercargill
Colin Taylor
December 7, 2019
Along with my late wife Maureen, I have many pleasant memories of visits to the Arps Cranford St. home and child minding to enable Gordon and Mary to escape the family and enjoy an evening on their own.Wonderful times, lots of laughs, will never be forgotten.
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