13.10.56. On December 20, 2025 at Bupa Papanui, aged 69 years. At rest. Raymond's kind heart brought light and laughter to our lives and he was a much-loved brother to Frank, John, Danny, Martin, Anne and Linda. Uncle to Sarah, Anna, Susie, Kendra, Kiryl, Elizabeth and Angelina. Flatmate to Jimmy, Mark and Brian and friend to many. Heartfelt thanks to the IDEA Services staff for their decades of care and to Bupa who made him comfortable at the end. Thank you for the amazing care he received at Burwood and Christchurch hospitals, for their kind perseverance with an at times challenging patient. In lieu of flowers donations can be made to St John's. Details available at the service. Messages can be sent to the family of the Late Ray Wells, c/- Hope Funerals Christchurch, 27 Amyes Road, Hornby, Christchurch 8042. Funeral service will be held on Tuesday, December 30 at 2.00pm at Hope Presbyterian Church (address as above) - all welcome. Afternoon tea will be provided.

Published by The Press on Dec. 24, 2025.