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Peter James "PJ" RITCHIE

Peter RITCHIE Obituary

Passed away peacefully on Wednesday, August 20, 2025, at South Canterbury Hospice, in his 95th year. Dearly loved uncle, grandfather and great-grandfather. Loved and respected by his many hunting and fishing friends. Will be sadly missed. Thank you to all the caring staff at South Canterbury Hospice and the many friends who stayed by his bedside till the end. PJ and his dog, Chase are now together. A get together to remember PJ will be held, date to be advised.


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Published by The Press on Aug. 23, 2025.

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Lyndsey Bishop

Yesterday

As PJ would say, he's in a "much more gooderer" place now. PJ, thankyou for all your help, teachings, humour, generosity, .empathy, friendship and so much more. You were more than a friend though, you were like my second Dad and I shall never ever forget you. Love Bishy ( Lyndsey Bishop)

Lynda &Johnny Solomon

Yesterday

RIP PJ you will be missed

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