Richard "Rich" Merwyn Alan's obituary , Passed away on April 9, 2025 in Akaroa, South Island

Richard "Rich" Merwyn Alan

April 9, 2025

Akaroa, South Island

Richard "Rich" Merwyn Alan's obituary , Passed away on April 9, 2025 in Akaroa, South Island

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Richard Merwyn Alan Obituary

We are sad to announce that on April 9, 2025 we had to say goodbye to Richard Merwyn Alan of Akaroa, South Island. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family.

In the echoes of fond remembrance, may a sense of peace be found, knowing that the memories held dear will continue to shape and inspire his loved ones, keeping Richard's spirit alive in the hearts and actions of family and friends alike. While his presence may be gone, his impact lives on in the kindness shown to others and the joy found in the ordinary moments of life.

He was loved and cherished by many people including: his significant other Lesley; his daughters, Emma (Rod) and Cathy; his grandchildren, Milly, Duncan, Isaac, Asher and Cyrus; and his siblings, Diana Quinn (Australia) and Peter (Kathryn Sales).

A funeral service will be held on Thursday, April 17th 2025 at 2:00 PM at the Our Westpark Chapel (467 Wairakei Road, Burnside, Christchurch 8053, New Zealand).

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Lamb & Hayward



Thu

Apr 17

Funeral service

2:00 PM

Our Westpark Chapel
467 Wairakei Road, Burnside, Christchurch 8053, New Zealand

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