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Richard Brian "Dick" TENNANT

FUNERAL HOME

Academy Funeral Services Ltd

65 Main South Road

Christchurch, Canterbury

Richard TENNANT Obituary

On November 2, 2025, peacefully at Christchurch Hospital; aged 88 years. Dearly loved husband of Coral, much loved father and father-in-law of Anita and Paul, and the late Wendy. Cherished Gramps of Sean and Hamish, loved brother of Norman and a loved brother-in-law of Pat and Bill. Messages to the Tennant family, c/- PO Box 111-01, Christchurch 8443. The Funeral Service for Richard will be held in the Academy Funeral Services Chapel, 65 Main South Road, Upper Riccarton, on Wednesday, November 5, at 1.30pm.


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Published by The Press on Nov. 3, 2025.

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Denise, Rex and Heath Hawtin

Yesterday

Dad and Dick will be together on the own sideline , watching over their beloved Halswell team from afar. Sending love and condolences to Coral and family xxx

Nathan Young

Yesterday

It's been an absolute pleasure to have had Dick on the sideline with us these past few years. The lads will sincerely miss his great banter before, during, and after the games. He was a loyal and much-loved presence, and he will be greatly missed by all of us.

Our thoughts are with you all.
The Halswell United AFC 1st Team Squad

Ian Bisset

Yesterday

A truly wonderful fun bloke, always enthusiastic about everything, loved his horses and his three beloved Football teams, Halswell, Hamilton Accies in Scotland where his dad was from, and Arsenal of England. Farewell mate, thanks for your wonderful friendship, love Ian

Lois Scott

Yesterday

Deepest Sympathy to you Coral, Anita, Paul & family
A lovely soul & true friend
Will be remembered with fondness

Graeme and Christine Earnshaw

Yesterday

Our thoughts are with you Coral and extended family on the passing of Dick. He had a good innings and may your horse win this week. Take care.

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Funeral services provided by:

Academy Funeral Services Ltd

65 Main South Road Upper Riccarton, Christchurch 8443