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Alexander MEARES

2026 · Canterbury

Died 18 June 2026Posted 11 July 2026

On Thursday, June 18, 2026, died unexpectedly in Barcelona, aged 37 years. Dearly loved son of David and Vivienne. Much loved brother of Abigail. Much loved uncle of Lexi, Jasmine, Mya, and Zane. Cherished cousin of Nicola, Caroline, Joanna, Thomas, Alice, and Jenny. Loved "uncle" of Amelia, James, Sebastian, Barnaby, Eleanor, Reta, Norah, and Otis. Many thanks to all of Alexander's friends in Spain for their dedicated and extraordinary care.

In lieu of flowers, donations to St John would be appreciated and may be made online at stjohn.org.nz. Messages may be addressed to: The family of the late Alexander Meares, c/- PO Box 39001, Christchurch 8545.

The memorial service for Alexander will be held at Wai-mana, 92 Kippenberger Avenue, Rangiora, on Saturday July 18, at 2:30pm. To watch a livestream of Alexander's service, please go to lambandhayward.co.nz/obituaries and click on the link in Alexanders' obituary.

Arranged by Lamb & Hayward

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