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Rodger James Neil MacKENZIE

Rodger MacKENZIE Obituary

Passed away at home on December 26, 2025, in Christchurch, aged 56. Lovingly remembered by his partner of 36 years Tilly, son John, daughter Jessica and step-father Warren. May those who knew him find solace in their memories of his bold spirit, unyielding authenticity and in knowing he is reunited with his beloved mother Jacqueline.
Published by The Press on Jan. 3, 2026.

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Michelle

January 3, 2026

Rest in forever love and peace Dad Rodger, It was an absolute pleasure to meet you and get to know you over dinner and lunch for Jess´s birthday you will be greatly missed and I send my deepest condolences to Mum Tilly , Jess and John xoxox

Mereana

January 3, 2026

Man of few words but a heart of gold! Thankyou for everything you´ve done for not me but many others! Will miss you Rodger I hope your finally at peace now sending so much love to Tilly, your children and your family

Morganna

January 3, 2026

Thank you for letting me in your home and in your familys life, raising an amazing son and daughter who has become my best friend rest in peace

Jess

January 3, 2026

Shayne

January 3, 2026

Rest in peace brother, many good childhood memories and humour shared with you in them.

Deepest condolences and sympathies to those you've left behind

Wish we could have caught up before you left.
Shayne

Stephen Parkinson

January 3, 2026

I had the pleasure of meeting Rodger about 11 yrs ago although I didn't know him very well he showed kindness to my Son's and me
I had a sense of humor and always came up with games to test I general knowledge
Not only was family he was and still a best friend
We miss you and always will have our fondest memories of you
Love Stephen Parkinson and Sons

Stephan

January 3, 2026

Grumpy,funny,grateman, forever grateful uncle rog for having you in my life even if short. You welcomed me in to your life and inreturn you'll never leave mine.

Thank you for your time much love much thanks.

-Stephan Te Rongopai Parkinson Loane

Tilly

January 3, 2026

I wake in the morning and wait to hear you say hello or smile as I helped you get up

Kerry

January 3, 2026

Rip Rodgers.in gods hand s.love to tilly an family at this hard time.

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