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BORN

1942

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2020

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Malcolm CHAPMAN Obituary

CHAPMAN, Malcolm John:
The family of Malcolm announces with great sorrow his passing on Friday, September 18, at 3.50pm, at Christchurch Public Hospital. Malcolm was born in Christchurch in 1942. He had a successful building company. He was a long time member of The Suburbs Rugby Club, The Christchurch Rugby Club, black belt in Karate and taught classes. A member of Lions Club in Ferrymead and the Parkland Bowling League. He was a much loved husband to Kay Fright (RIP 2015) and loving stepdad to Michelle and Harvey Spence, Darrell, and Steve and Kiri and Malci, (grandad) to Rebecca, Kate Spence and Liam, Quin, Wynter Fright. A Loving Dad to Brett Chapman (RIP 1996) and Nicola Arnold and her partner Randy (Canada) – (from his first wife Glenys). Fun loving Papa Malci to Nicola and also to Jeff's children; Molly and Charlotte. Loving brother of Margaret Poa and Mervyan Chapman (Finlayson- RIP 2015) and uncle to Jonelle Poa and Shannon Chapman. There will be a memorial service when Nicola can get back to New Zealand safely. We will say goodbye to Malcolm at Belfast Cemetery, Christchurch, on Tuesday, September 29, at 3.00pm.
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Published by The Press from Sep. 23 to Sep. 26, 2020.

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Natasha McClure

September 30, 2020

Dearest Malcy, what an absolute legend you are. I am so sad you have left this earth but I know you are happy to be with Kaye again. Thank you for teaching Ken and I how to play rugby, cricket and netball. Thank you for not getting angry when we broke all the windows in the glasshouse. Thank you for being such a great friend to my dad. Rest easy Malc, your smart jokes will be missed. Give Kaye a hug for us. Lots of love, Tash McClure xx

September 28, 2020

So sad to hear Malcolm gone :(
Rest in peace mate

WAKA.

Dianne Noda (Hart)

September 27, 2020

Sending my sincere sympathy to Malcolm's family. I was a "little cousin". My memories of Malcolm are of him always so big and grown up and constantly smiling or laughing. RIP Malcolm.

Margaret, Jonelle, Shannon & Byron

September 26, 2020

We were just devastated to hear that my Brother, our Uncle passed on 18th September 2020 @ 3.50pm. The weeks leading up to his passing was difficult on our family. In true Malcolm tradition he fought hard and took flight on his own terms. He was a man of honour, one who loved his family dearly and would do anything for them. He was the prankster at the party, never short of a word or a joke. He enjoyed karate, which in his later years found a common thread with our young Byron, who has also followed in his footsteps and also obtained a Black Belt. We were lucky enough to visit Malcolm in 2016, where we cooked his favourite food ‘Brussel Sprouts’. The photo attached is Mervyn (left) Malcolm (right) and Margaret (in the pram). He always stood proud and we will miss him tremendously.
Lots of Love always Margaret, Jonelle, Shannon and Byron xxx

The candle on my former message disappeared for some reason! Here's another for Malcolm and the family. Love Howard and Yvonne (Coffs Harbour, Aust)

Yvonne Richards

September 24, 2020

September 24, 2020

Sorry to hear of the passing of family friend, Malcolm, remembering the fun times, thinking of you all, Pete and Sharon Olds ❤

ROBBIE MARSHALL

September 24, 2020

RIP Chappy. Still have fond memories being in his company at Christchurch RFC. Top Bloke.
Condolences to his family.

Barbara Hart

September 24, 2020

I have many wonderful memories of a fun loving and dear cousin! My heartfelt condolences to Nicola, Randy, Molly and Charlotte, as well Glenys, and Kay’s family. Also to Margaret, Jonelle and Byron.
Rest in eternal Peace Malcolm, and save a spot for me and all our other cuzzies as we reach our own final sunset! We will miss you!
Barb and family, USA

Tessa Cook

September 24, 2020

Nic and Glenys - so many gud times remembered. I remember attending your wedding Glenys - what a fun wedding it was - your dad playing his trumpet - everyone celebrating...just lovely. Through the years - at my 21st - Malcolm - you had more fun in you...Lots and lots of memories through the years of your fun-loving and warm hearted presence:) Love that we shared the same birthday too! Much love to you Malcolm, and rest easy with Brett -love and miss xxx

Sharon and Greg Calderoni

September 23, 2020

RIP Malcolm, you can rest easy now. I am sure you will watch over us ...

Peter Dixon

September 23, 2020

'Honestum Quod Utile' Malcolm was a man who epitomised and lived the motto of our school Tech. You were a good man RIP Mal. Pete

September 23, 2020

Our sympathies to you Kevin Harrison on the passing of your much loved cousin. You will be feeling the Covid restrictions and not be able to say farewell to Malcolm. Stay safe Terena and Graham

Barbara Marshall (Tait)

September 23, 2020

I have known Malcolm since schooldays, thru teenage to adulthood. He could always make you smile. I'm so sorry to hear he has passed on but, he did leave us with some special memories

Tony Stout

September 23, 2020

so sad to here malcolm passing we had a lot of good times in tui street.

Chrissie Olds

September 23, 2020

It is with great sadness we have read of Malcolm's passing our love and thoughts are with the family at this very sad time.
Roger & Chrissie Olds

September 23, 2020

RIP Malcolm. You will be missed by all of us who have known you so well and enjoyed so many great times.
Howard and Yvonne Richards

September 23, 2020

Our sincere condolences Margy, on the loss of your brother. I so remember many times when we were teenagers, and Malcolm poking the hose through the bathroom window at us in Wainui St, etc! Sending love to you, Janelle, Shannon, Glenys, and all extended family. Liz and Dee.xxx <3

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Memorial Events
for Malcolm CHAPMAN

Sep

29

Service

3:00 p.m.

Belfast Cemetery

Christchurch, Canterbury

Funeral services provided by:

John Rhind Funeral Directors

13-19 London St Richmond, Christchurch