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James KNOWLES Obituary

On Sunday, December 31, 2023, peacefully at home, aged 71 years, surrounded by his family. Loved Dad of Darren, Shirley and Pani, Simon, Tania (deceased), Adam (deceased), Julie and Shane, loved companion of Sonja, loving Poppy to his 11 grandchildren, and 12 great-grandchildren, loved brother of Barry, Tony, and Peter, friend and former husband of Anne, loved brother-in-law, uncle, and friend to many, including more than 12.8k followers on TikTok. A special thanks to the medical staff and carers for their support and professionalism over the past two years. Messages may be addressed to The Family of the late Jim Knowles, c/- PO Box 39001, Christchurch 8545. The Funeral Service in celebration of Jim's life will be held in our Oaklands Chapel, corner Halswell Junction and Wigram Roads, Halswell, on Thursday, January 4, at 10.30am.


Published by The Press on Jan. 3, 2024.

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Paddy

January 6, 2024

May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.
This is one of my favourite photos you sent me will miss seeing the beauty your photography brought in the times when most only saw disappear rest easy now

Lisa McGregor

January 4, 2024

So sorry to hear of the passing of Jim. I really enjoyed seeing his photography posts. Condolences to the Knowles family. Thoughts are with you. Xx

Kaye Bassett Millar

January 4, 2024

RIP Jim We will all miss your beautiful photos you shared with us all and your input in our photography group You will be missed so much Condolences to Family and friends

Ruth Brown

January 3, 2024

Had the pleasure of working with Jimmy and his friendship. A kind caring man. Luved to talk racing, having a beer and taking beautiful photos. The roses were my favouite. You will be missed dear Jimmy, you should of had a long and happy retirement but wasn't meant to be. Rest in peace my friend x Thinking of your family at this sad time.

Rainbow

January 3, 2024

Farewell Jim,.. you loved life and took the most beautiful photos, thanks for sharing them with us all. You were very kind to Lexi and taught her great photography skills. Fondly you will be remembered, and I am thinking of your family right now going through this loss.

Carla

January 3, 2024

Thinking of you Jules, Simon and the wider family x

Peter Knowles

January 3, 2024

Hey Jim, I remember when we were kids and we had turns at washing the dishes, when it was your turn to wash you always disappeared into the loo and reappeared when they were done! See you for happy hour, save me a seat! Brother Pete...

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