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Graham Lawrence John "Stan" STANLEY

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Lamb & Hayward Westpark Chapel & Memorial Garden

467 Wairakei Rd., PO Box 39001, Christchurch 8545

Christchurch, Canterbury

Graham STANLEY Obituary

Peacefully at Burwood Hospital, surrounded by his loving family, on May 7, 2024, aged 82 years. Treasured and adored soulmate of Pauline, dearly loved Dad and best friend of Daryn, Brett, Richelle, and Joel, special father-in-law of the late Marcelle, Fiona, Kama, and Amy, and a very special Granddad and great-Granddad. Special thanks to Dr Macleod and the amazing staff at Burwood Hospital.

'Precious memories'

Messages may be addressed to: The family of the late Graham Stanley, c/- PO Box 39001, Christchurch 8545. A celebration of Graham's life will be held in our Westpark Chapel, 467 Wairakei Road, Burnside, on Monday, May 13, at 2.00pm, followed by a private cremation.



Published by The Press on May 9, 2024.

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Sandra

May 14, 2024

To Pauline and Family
I was saddened to hear of Grahams passing, please know that my thoughts are with you during this difficult time. May the support of family and friends comfort you, and may cherished memories bring you moments of peace.
With Sympathy. Sandra

warwick beard

May 14, 2024

Hi Pualine and Family sorry to hear of Stan's passing he's always been good friend with many very good times . Take care
Warwick Beard

Heather

May 13, 2024

Our deepest sympathies to Pauline & your Family.
Sending lots of love at this very difficult time.
You all are very much in our thoughts.
Love Heather & Dennis Brown

Caralyn Way

May 13, 2024

Heartfelt condolences to all Graham's family. Fondly remembered from years ago at NB rugby club games... from the Way family

Colleen Fitchett

May 13, 2024

Deepest sympathy to you Pauline and your family..
Our love and thoughts are with you all..
Russell and Colleen ..

Deb Bowry

May 13, 2024

Heartfelt condolences to you Pauline, Daryn, Brett, Richelle, Joel & the extended Stanley family.
We have lost an amazing, caring gentleman, gone way too soon.
I will always remember his smile and cheerful personality on the sidelines at rugby games.
He will be heading up there to play bowls with John Bowry for sure.
RIP Graham.

Dave & Sue Vincent

May 13, 2024

My memories of Graham..
Indeed a gentleman, always had something nice to say, always happy to have a drink.
These were my first impressions of meeting Stan at the Canterbury bowling club where he coached and guided me for many years. I will always remember the opportunity he gave me to play with him and legends of this sport like Peter Joyce, Gavin Good and Tony Rae.
Stan was the only person I knew who had his own personal bowling green at home. The parties we had, the hangi we had with food for about 100, although there were only 20 of us there. Graham said take the rest to the City Mission as he didn't like to waste anything. You will never be forgotten, the cheeky grin, the funny limp, and always a kind word. R. I. P. my friend.

Sue Vincent

May 13, 2024

Sorry I can't come Pauline but we look after our grandson on a Monday. However Dave will attend. A gentleman lost. Our deepest sympathy.
Sue Vincent

Ron & Nikki Twine

May 13, 2024

Sending you much Aroha Joel , thinking of you especially today x Ron & Nikki

shirley smith

May 13, 2024

Thinking of you all at this sad and sudden loss, lovely memories of Graham at the Bowling Club and outings....thinking of you tomorrow,
Shirley Smith

Lynda & Michael Rennell

May 12, 2024

Sending love and heartfelt sympathy to all the Stanley Family

Pete & Anne Dixon

May 12, 2024

With fond memories that go on forever; our condolences & love to Pauline, Daryn, Brett, Richelle, Joel & the Stanley family. RIP Graham

Hunter Ritchie

May 10, 2024

Dear Pauline and family.
Sorry to hear of Grahams passing,Had lots of good rugby times with Stan over many years.

Hunter Ritchie

Pauline Bailey

May 10, 2024

Thinking of you at this sad time Pauline .
Take care. Lots of love
Pauline and Paul Bailey

Peter Sealey.

May 10, 2024

Dearest Pauline and Family,so sorry to read of Graham's passing.
My thoughts are with you all at this sad time.
Pete Sealey.

Derryle and Ted

May 9, 2024

Sending lots of love and hugs to Pauline and family.Our heartfelt sympathy to you all.
Love Derryle and Ted Woodward.

May 11, 2024

Dearly loved Brother-in-law and friend of Kerrie and the late Bruce Penrose,
respected Uncle and Friend of Debbie, Gillian, Daryl, Charli and Kobe.

Just as you were,
You will always be,
A special part of our family.

Graham - We will cherish fond and loving memories of you always x

May 11, 2024

Dear Dad just like your favourite song "Simply The Best" you really were, are and always will be, love Joel and Kama.

'We are going to miss you.

May 11, 2024

So loved Dad and hero of Shell, precious Grandad and friend of Tayla, Ruby, and Bella. Respected mate of Derek, Moni and Fiti. Adored great-Grandad of Roman Gray. I will always remember you and I will always love you! I will miss you more than you will ever know Dad.

'I love you more, Shell xx.

May 11, 2024

Adored Father and Father-in-law of Brett and Fi. Cherished Grandad of Jackson and Sara, Corbin (CC) and Carey, Dax and Bella. You have taught us so much in life, your legacy will live on and forever in our hearts.


'Love you forever Dad, my best friend xx.

May 11, 2024

Dearly loved father of Daryn, father-in-law of Marcelle (deceased), and Amy. Grandad of Dylan, Kellum, Blake, Corbin and Holly.

'You were a great Dad and mate'.

May 11, 2024

Dearly loved special Friend and Brother-in-law of Shirley and the late Russell King. Loved and treasured Uncle of Jolene and Jody and their families.

A limb has fallen from the family tree
That says grieve not for me
Remember the best times, the laughter, the song
The good life I lived when I was strong.

We have many Happy Memories always Gra xx

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