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Bruce BOLAND

2026 · Canterbury

Died 30 July 2026Posted 8 August 2026

On July 30, 2026, peacefully at Christchurch Public Hospital, aged 94 years. Dearly loved husband of Rae, loving father of Lynette, Diana, Kevin (deceased), and Kathryn. Loved Grandad of William, Georgina, Cody, Jay, Millie, Jemima, Barrett, and Emmett. Brother of Bob, Pauline, Peter, Maurice, and Ray (all deceased), brother-in-law of Pat, and Annabel, close friend of Richard. Messages may be addressed to: The family of the late Bruce Boland, c/- PO Box 39001, Christchurch 8545.

A memorial service to celebrate Bruce's life will be held in The Church of St Mary, 2 Truscotts Road, Heathcote Valley, on Tuesday, August 11, at 10.30am.

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