On Monday, February 2, 2026 at Christchurch Hospital, aged 70 years. Loved daughter of the late Bruna and Bill Syme, dearly loved mother of Jon, and Chad, treasured granddaughter of Esmee. Loved sister and sister-in-law of Roger and Cecily, niece Tamara and nephew Rico. Messages may be addressed to the family of the late Sylvia Syme, PO Box 26051, North Avon, Christchurch 8148. A celebration of Sylvia's life will be held in the John Rhind Chapel, entrance from Whitmore and London Streets, on Monday, February 9 at 10.00am.

Published by The Press on Feb. 4, 2026.