Phoenix MELLAQUE

On Wednesday, June 17, 2026, passed away unexpectedly after a medical event in Christchurch, aged 43 years. Dearly loved husband of Malcolm. Treasured brother and brother-in-law of Emma and Jeff, Charlotte and Dave, Grace and Shub, and Robert and Zen. Much loved by his nieces and nephews, and his mother-in-law Ann. Son of Michael de Lautour and cherished by the late Min Brookland. Phoenix meant so much to so many and will be greatly missed. Messages may be addressed to: The family of the late Phoenix Mellaque, c/- PO Box 39001, Christchurch 8545.

The funeral service for Phoenix will be held at Wai-mana, 92 Kippenberger Avenue, Rangiora, on Friday, June 26, at 2.30pm, followed by private cremation. To watch a livestream of the service, please go to lambandhayward.co.nz/obituaries and click on the link in Phoenix's obituary.