John Rhind Funeral Directors (Kaiapoi)
118 Williams St, Kaiapoi, Canterbury 7630, Kaiapoi, Canterbury, 7630
Recent notices
Anne CAMPBELL
2026 · Canterbury
Suddenly at home peacefully in her sleep on Saturday, August 8, 2026, aged 66 years. Loved mum of Bonnie, and Tom, daughter of Betty and the late Tom Flood, sister of Robert, and Tommy Flood, cherished nanny of Taika. Messages for "The Campbell Family" can be sent c/- PO Box 26051, North Avon, Christchurch 2148. The service will be livestreamed; the link can be found via johnrhind.co.nz under upcoming funerals. A service to celebrate Anne's life will be held in the John Rhind Chapel, entry from London and Whitmore Streets, Richmond, Christchurch, on Friday, August 14, at 10.00am.
Gordon JOHNSTONE
2026 · Canterbury
We sadly announce the passing of Gordon Oliver Johnstone. Born March 25, 1939 - passed away on August 1, 2026 after a lingering illness. Gordon was dearly loved and will be deeply missed. He was the beloved husband of Janet, father of David and Warren, father-in-law of Louise and Amanda. He was also a proud grandfather of Ben, Anna, Sam, Jimmy, Joey, and Emily, brother to Joy and Mary. Messages may be addressed to 'The late Gordie Johnstone's family' C/- PO Box 26051, North Avon, Christchurch 8148. A link to a Livestream of the funeral is available via johnrhind.co.nz on Gordon's notice in "Upcoming Funerals". A funeral service to celebrate Gordie's life will be held at St Gregory's Parish Church on Cotswold Avenue at 2.00pm on Thursday, August 6.
Marie GALLAGHER
2026 · Canterbury
On July 30, 2026, peacefully at WindsorCare, Christchurch, at the age of 95. Beloved wife of the late Brian Gallagher. Beloved mother of Carolyn, Barry (Dianne), Peter (Vickie), and the late Maureen and Stephen. Adored Nana of Rebecca (Mark), Fiona (Hayden), Grace, James, Ryon (Diego), Michelle (Will), Sarah and Beth. Loved by all her great-grandchildren Matthew (Winz), Anna, Emily, Jonty, Nora, Sophie, Marnie and Charlotte. Family wish to thank the staff at WindsorCare for their compassion and care during Marie's stay. A link to the Livestream of the Funeral Mass is available via johnrhind.co.nz on Marie's notice in "Upcoming Funerals". A Requiem Mass will be celebrated at St Mary's Pro Cathedral, Manchester St, on Friday, August 7, at 1.30pm, followed by a burial at Ruru Lawn Cemetery. All family and friends invited. A Rosary will be held at the John Rhind Chapel, 19 London Street, Richmond, on Thursday, August 6, at 6.00pm. Rest In Peace
Joy HUDSON
2026 · Canterbury
On July 29, 2026, at Chatswood Retirement Home (in her 92nd year). Dearly loved wife of the late Tamati Frederick Hudson (Fred). Loved mother and mother-in-law of Dale and Les Inwood, Lewis Hudson and Robyn, the late Robin Hudson, Michelle and Stuart Waters, Teri Tamati Hudson, and Charmaine and Gary Andrews. Special friend of Lauren Kilkelly. Loved Nana and Grandy Joy of all her grandchildren, great-grandchildren and great-great-grandchildren. Special thanks to the Chatswood Retirement Home, St Martins. In lieu of flowers donations to the NZ Police Dog Association would be appreciated. Messages may be addressed to 'The late Joy Hudson's family' C/- PO Box 26051, North Avon, Christchurch 8148. A link to a Livestream of the funeral is available via johnrhind.co.nz on Joy's notice in "Upcoming Funerals". Viewing by appointment only – please phone 379-9920 to arrange a time. The service for Joy will be held at the Canterbury Crematorium Chapel, Linwood Avenue, on Tuesday, August 4, at 1.00pm.
Ida GUISE
2026 · Canterbury
Passed away peacefully on Saturday, July 18, 2026, aged 94 years, at The Bellevue Retirement Village. Loved daughter of the late Albert and Margaret Guise, loved sister to Alison and Norman Peters (dec), Evelyn and Cyril Campbell (dec), Jean and Noel McFarlane (dec), Ray and Muriel Guise (dec), Nairn and May Guise (dec), Nancy Shadwick, and Ron Shadwick (dec), Elva (dec), Eunice (dec) and Stan Weir, Alan (dec) and Marion Guise, Russell and Evelyn Guise, loving auntie to all her nieces and nephews. Messages for "The Guise Family" may be sent to c/- PO Box 26051, North Avon, Christchurch, 8148. At peace and now home with Her Lord A memorial service to celebrate Lois' life will be held in the Bryndwr Chapel, 179 Idris Road, Christchurch, on Monday, July 27, at 11.00am. The service will be livestreamed, and the link can be found via johnrhind.co.nz
Bernadette FITZGERALD
2026 · Canterbury
On July 18, 2026 at Nazareth House, Christchurch, supported by her Mercy community, family and staff. Dearly loved member of Nga Whaea Atawhai o Aotearoa Sisters of Mercy New Zealand in the 67th year of her religious profession, aged 89 years. Dearly loved daughter of the late Daisy and Gregory Fitzgerald, loved sister and sister-in-law of Sr Marie RSM (dec), Sr Elizabeth RSM (dec), Patrick (dec), Claire and the late John Tier, Jim (dec) and Gwen (Melbourne), Michael (dec) and Bernadine (Upper Hutt), and Kathryn and Reg Owens (Ashburton). A loved aunt of all her nieces and nephews. Special thanks to staff at Nazareth House and Mercy carers. Funeral Eucharist will be celebrated at Nazareth House Chapel, 220 Brougham Street, Christchurch, on Thursday, July 23 at 11.00am, followed by interment at Waimairi Cemetery, Grahams Road. Vigil Prayers at Te Manawa Atawhai Catherine McAuley Centre, 21 Peer Street, on Wednesday, July 22 at 7.00pm. Livestream of the Funeral is available at www.johnrhind.co.nz under Upcoming Funerals. Kia okioki ia i runga i te rangimarie. May Sr Bernadette rest in peace.