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Alfred CARPENTER

2026 · Canterbury

Died 17 August 2026Posted 23 August 2026

Alan passed peacefully on August 17, 2026, at home at Archer Beckenham Village, aged 89. Dearly loved husband of Heather. Father of Jackie, Todd and Gary. Father-in-law of Anthony, Nicola and Sarah. Loved Grandfather of Sarah-Jane and Regan, Jared and Nicole, Vaughan and Amy, Liam, Troy, Lucy and Brad and Marcia and Steven. Great-grandfather of Ellie and Emmett. Many heartfelt thanks to all the wonderful staff at Archer.

A private service and cremation will be held as per Alan's wishes.

In lieu of flowers, donations to St John Ambulance are welcomed. https://donate.stjohn.org.nz/?utm_source=website&utm_medium=footer&utm_campaign=alwayson

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