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Kevin McDONALD

2026 · Canterbury

Died 5 July 2026Posted 11 July 2026

The mighty meerkat has fallen at Christchurch Hospital on Sunday, July 5, 2026. Dearly loved husband and soulmate of Faye. Dearly loved father and father-in-law of Jackie and Simon, and Glenn and Anita. Much loved Poppy of Flynn, Jakob, McKenna, Lukas, and Kyla. Loved by his wee buddy Nico. Loved by his siblings and wider family.

Messages to the McDonald family, c/- PO Box 10345, Christchurch 8145. Thank you to St John's Paramedics, A & E and the Medical Assessment Unit and Ward B6 staff for their outstanding care of Kevin.

A private cremation has been held and a memorial service will follow.

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