MURFITT, Keith - Aged 86, on August 17, 2013, at Ilam Lifecare. Darling husband of 60 years to Patricia (Pat), and devoted father and father-in-law to Steve and Desiree Woddin, and George and Victoria (Vicki) Kerse. Much admired and loved Grandpa (Gramps) of Phillip and Grace Smith (Auckland), Vanessa Dimmock (London), and James Kerse (Christchurch), and great-Grandpa (GG) to Madison, Oliver, and Caitlin Smith (Auckland).The family wish to extend their grateful thanks to all the staff of the Charlotte Jane ward at Ilam Lifecare for their loving care and compassion shown to Keith and the family throughout his short stay. No flowers by request but donations to Alzhiemers/Parkinsons Canterbury would be appreciated can be made at the service. Messages to the Murfitt family, c/- PO Box 9221 Tower Junction, Christchurch. The Funeral is to be held in the Academy Funeral Services Chapel, 65 Main South Road Upper Riccarton, on Tuesday, August 20, at 10.00 a.m.

Published by The Press on Aug. 19, 2013.