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Alan KEYS

2026 · Canterbury

Died 18 September 2026Posted 24 September 2026

Passed away peacefully at Summerset Avonhead on Friday, September 18, 2026, aged 92 years. Loved husband of Valma for 57 years, loved father of Warren, Andrew, Christopher, and Philip, grandad of Jessica, Sophie, and Mia and a great-grandad to his great-grandchildren. Messages for the family of Alan Keys may be sent to 58 Coleridge Street, Sydenham, Christchurch 8023.

A Memorial Service for Alan will be held at St Christopher's Church, 244 Avonhead Road, Avonhead, Christchurch on Friday, September 25 at 2.00pm.

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