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David LIDGETT

2026 · Canterbury

Died 13 July 2026Posted 16 July 2026

Passed away peacefully at Burwood Hospital on Monday, July 13, 2026, aged 72 years. Dearly loved husband of Irima. Former husband of the late Diane. Loved father and cherished grandfather to many. He will be greatly missed and remembered with love. Many thanks to the staff of Burwood Hospital for all their loving care of David.

Messages to the Lidgett family, c/- PO Box 26051, North Avon, Christchurch 8148.

A celebration of David's life will be held at the Canterbury Chapel, Linwood Avenue, on Saturday, July 18, 2026 at 10.00am, followed by a private cremation.

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