(of Nelson). Peacefully on Friday, March 27, 2026 at Burwood Hospital, with family by his side; nearly 82 years. Dearly loved husband of Jenny, much loved dad and father-in-law Michelle and Chris, Anthea and Craig, and a loved Grandad and Great-Grandad of all his grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Robert will be sadly missed by all his extended family and friends. A special thank you to the staff of Christchurch Hospital and Burwood Hospital for all their loving care of Robert. Messages for the Ferris Family, c/- PO Box 111-01, Christchurch 8443. In lieu of flowers, donations in memory of Robert to Alzheimers Society Nelson Tasman would be appreciated and can be made via the following link
https://alzheimers.org.nz/nelson/ A Memorial Service for Robert will be held in the Academy Funeral Services Chapel, 65 Main South Road, Upper Riccarton, on Thursday, April 2, at 1.00pm. Livestream available via the Academy Website.

Published by The Press on Mar. 31, 2026.