John Henry PREECE

FUNERAL HOME

Lamb & Hayward Westpark Chapel & Memorial Garden

467 Wairakei Rd., PO Box 39001, Christchurch 8545

Christchurch, Canterbury

John PREECE Obituary

(late of Pitt Island) On August 2, 2025, passed away peacefully at home, with family by his side, aged 71 years. Dearly loved husband of Bridget for 50 years. Much loved father and father-in-law of Robert and Tarsha, Melissa and Kevin, Daniel and Kim, Simon and Amy, and Nathan, adored Poppa to all his grandchildren, and great-grandchildren. Special thanks to the Nurse Maude Palliative team for the wonderful care and support given to John and his family. Messages may be addressed to: The family of the late John Preece, c/- PO Box 39001, Christchurch 8545. A service to celebrate John's life will be held at Wai-mana, 92 Kippenberger Avenue, Rangiora, on Thursday, August 7, at 10.00am, followed by a private cremation.

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Published by The Press on Aug. 5, 2025.

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Mary Chisnall

September 15, 2025

I am very sad to read of John's passing Bridget. I'd love to catch up. Deepest sympathy to you all.

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StrowanEllis

August 5, 2025

To Anna and Family
Thinking of you at this very sad time in the loss of your brother Strowan Ellis

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