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Kevin JORY Obituary

JORY, Kevin Arthur:
12.7.1949 - 14.5.2019
As the result of a tragic accident in Ashburton, and surrounded by his family at Christchurch Hospital; Kevin lost his battle to stay with us on Tuesday, May 14, 2019. Loved and loving husband of Jane, much loved father and father-in-law of Graeme and Anne; and Craig and Kayte. Adored granddad of Mikayla and Charlotte, and Hazel and Pippa. A special brother and brother-in-law to Paul and Denise, Dave and Wendy, Arthur and Judith, and Josie. The family greatly appreciate the specialist help and care given by the staff at Ashburton Hospital, the Westpac Helicopter crew, and the wonderful team in ICU at the Christchurch Hospital. In memory of Kevin donations to Canterbury Westpac Rescue Helicopter would be appreciated and may be made online at bit.ly/kajory1405 Messages may be addressed to 'The Jory Family' C/- PO Box 5351, Christchurch.
Kevin will always live on
in our hearts.
The funeral service to celebrate Kevin's life will be held in the John Rhind Chapel,entry from Whitmore or London Streets, Christchurch, on Tuesday, May 21, 2019, at 10.00am.

Published by The Press from May 16 to May 18, 2019.

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May 21, 2019

Dear Jane and family
Shocked and saddened to read today of Kevin' s accident and your devastating loss of such a wonderful husband, and soul mate.
Kevin always brightened the day with his presence. So thoughtful caring and kind. Always ready to help, always with that ready smile.
I will treasure the memory of your visit to Wanaka especially and hope you will visit us again sometime.
Praying now for your comfort and strength today and as you go forward.
Iove from Yolande and the Goldies

May 20, 2019

I first met Kevin at Thompson Wentworth Ltd, around 2008, no job was too big or small. If it was urgent he would do his best to help out. I enjoyed his banter and he was very good at his job! Deepest Sympathy to Kevin's family, from Anita Lee-Smith.

May 20, 2019

So Sorry For Your Sad Loss. Kevin And I Went Through School Together From Waltham To Ch Ch Tech.Shared Some Good Times R I P Kev Noel Welbeloved

May 20, 2019

Our thoughts are with you all at this sad time. Our memories keep our loved one with us forever.
Jenny and Garth Milne

May 18, 2019

Our thoughts are with you and your family at this sad time Colin and Helen Clutterbuck

Jackie BELL

May 17, 2019

Dear Jane and family we are so shocked and saddened to hear this sad news. Many great years, memories and laughs have been shared with Kevin and yourself. He will be missed. Sending you our love and strength. Barbara Andrew, Jackie and Brian Bell, Phill and Deb xx

Wendy Milnes

May 17, 2019

To the Jory family,
We are so sad to hear of the loss of Kevin in such a sudden tragic accident. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.
From the ChCh Water Sports Club

Lynne Millar

May 17, 2019

Dear Jane & family, "really really sorry & saddened to learn that your husband Kevin has succumbed to injuries caused by a tragic accident". My condolences to you & your family & my thoughts are with you at this very sad time. Also Jane so sorry for losing contact with you over the last few years (hopefully we can meet up together sometime if you would like). Your old High School class mate & friend Lynne Millar

May 16, 2019

Dear Jane, Graeme, Craig and families, so sorry to hear about your very sad loss of Kevin in such a tragic way. Our love and thoughts are with you all at this terrible time.... Allan, Pam, Sharron, Jason Beckingsale and families.

May 16, 2019

Jane at times like this mere words are inadequate. Thinking of you and family at this very sad time. We will miss Kevin, he really was one of a kind. Generous of his time, humour and skills. Really going to miss him at our events. Love Rocky and Jennifer

May 16, 2019

Jane and family we are so sad to learn of the loss of your wonderful husband Kevin - we have so many great memories of good times with the Jory family in the COBC - our thoughts and love are with you all - Trevor, Jude, Jeremy, Cameron and families.

Judith Bodger

May 16, 2019

It breaks my heart to read this. Kev was a much loved and valued member of our family and we will miss him immensely.

Lizette Bretherton

May 16, 2019

Aunty Jane and family, we send our love to you all from Taranaki. So sorry to hear that we have lost a great man from this earth, but he leaves us all with great memories and I hope that in time the pain will heal and allow you to smile in his memory.

Lizette, Corie, Noah & Adelyn
xo

May 16, 2019

Dear Jane & All your beautiful family. We are so sorry to hear this sad news. Our love and thoughts are with you all. Maree & John Williamson

Joan Spackman

May 16, 2019

Jane, we are so sorry to hear that Kevin had been involved in such a tragic accident. Our thoughts are with you at this very sad time. Joan and Murray Spackman

May 18, 2019

JORY, Kevin:
Cherished brother and brother-in-law of Paul and Denise, and much loved uncle of Rebecca, Vicki and Nathan. We will all remember the good times.
Sadly missed and
never forgotten.

May 18, 2019

JORY, Kevin Arthur (Kev):
Sadly passed away due to a tragic accident on Tuesday. Much loved brother-in-law and mate of Jude and Arthur Bodger, loved and respected uncle of Dean and Janine, Ryan and Erin, and their children. We will miss you immensely Kev, you were a special part of our lives.
Rest easy

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