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Marilyn Eleanor BIGGS

Marilyn BIGGS Obituary

Passed away January 7, 2026, aged 85, in Christchurch. Dearly loved wife, best friend, and companion of Ralph Biggs for over 65 years. Loved mother, mother-in-law and treasured Granny of Hudson, Jenny and Harrison; and Bryce, Keryn (dec) and Oliver.
Loved younger daughter of Norman (dec) and Mabel (dec) Skinner, and sister and sister-in-law of Nuella (dec) and Don (dec) Bell.
As Marilyn wished, a private family funeral and burial have been held.

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Published by The Press on Jan. 14, 2026.

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Barbara Scott

Yesterday

Ralph, I'm thinking of you sailing again soon, & smiling.

Lesley Tabb

Yesterday

Sending our sympathy to the Biggs family, in memory of happy days in St Martins. Kindest thoughts, Tabb family

Grant and Esme Palliser

January 15, 2026

Ralph. Esme and I are saddened to learn of Marilyn's death.
Although our contact over recent years has been sparse I can clearly recall Marilyn's quiet voice and demeanor.
We know you have lost a great mate.
Regards to all your family at this sad and special time.

Janice Adams

January 15, 2026

Kim and I are very sorry to hear of Marilyn´s passing Ralph. She was my best friend throughout our working life. Thank you both for your kindness to us.

Kind regards Jan & Kim

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Graeme & Lorraine Raxworthy

January 15, 2026

Sorry to hear of Marilyn´s passing.
Deepest sympathy to you Ralph & your family.

Leeane Victor-Anderson

January 14, 2026

Condolences to all the family. Was very sorry to hear of Marilyns' passing.

Barbara Purves

January 14, 2026

Marilyn was a lovely lady
Was a pleasure to know her
Ralph you did a lot for Marilyn and she appreciated everything you did
These are hard days for you but you have a lot of great memories to look back on
Take care

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