Afterword

Barbara FITZSIMMONS

Canterbury

Posted 30 August 2026

Passed away peacefully at home, aged 74 years, after a long and courageous battle. Finally at peace. Dearly loved wife of the late Bruce Fitzsimmons (Fitzy). Loved daughter of the late Mickey and Jean Case. Much loved mother and mother-in-law of Vanessa and Marten Andrews, Marea and Guy O'Malley, and Michelle and Steve Waters. Adored Nana of Ashley, Natalia, Mackenzie, Jackson, Fane, Hamish, Pieta, Sharn, and Levi, and treasured Great-Nana of Jacob, Kyran, and Harper. Much loved sister, sister-in-law, aunty, and cherished friend to many. Heartfelt thanks to Dr Chris Harrington, the Oncology Team at Christchurch Hospital, Dr Jason Pryke, and Darfield District Nursing, with a special mention to Andrea Marsh, for her exceptional care and support. In accordance with Barbara's wishes, a private cremation has been held. Messages to Michelle and Sharn may be sent to 203 Whitecliffs Road, RD 1, Coalgate 7673.

Forever loved, always remembered.

Are you a family member?

Create a fuller memorial — their life story, the places and work that shaped them, and the people they loved. It's free; you'll just need an account.

Condolences

Be the first to leave a message of condolence.

Leave a message of condolence

Not published — for verification only.

Have you written your own will?

Losing someone is hard enough without an unclear estate. Writing a will takes about ten minutes with Afterword — it's free, and it can spare your family the stress, delay and legal cost of sorting things out later.

Start your free will

Recent notices in Canterbury