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Arthur RICHARDS

2026 · Canterbury

Died 6 September 2026Posted 9 September 2026

Peacefully, on September 6, 2026, at Christchurch Hospital. Loved husband of Pamela, loved father of Gary, and Janine, and a loved grandad of Harrison and James.

No flowers please, but donations to the Cancer Research Trust would be appreciated and can be made at the service or online at cancerresearchtrustnz.org.nz. Messages for the Richards Family, c/- PO Box 111-01, Christchurch 8443.

A Celebration of Laurie's life will be held in the Belfast Rugby Football Clubrooms, 18 March Place, Belfast, on Friday, September 11, at 1.00pm. Interment at Belfast Cemetery to follow.

Arranged by Academy Funeral Services

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