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Christopher DELANEY Obituary

Aged 62. Died peacefully on 4 September 2025. Beloved son to Jocelyn and Paul, brother to Andy and Louise, to Lisa and to Jo, father to Mike and Mark, father-in-law to Svenja and Lisa, grandfather to Pablo, Lucille, and the two girls on the way, as well as a friend to many others. He loved Mana Island, the Tararuas, tramping, International adventures, swimming in all seasons, and most of all, eating ice creams.

He might have been a spy, but now we'll never know; The sign of a top-tier spy. 
He will be dearly missed.

His memorial will be held at midday on Friday 12 September 2025 at Plimmerton Boating Club. In lieu of flowers, please donate to the Mary Potter Hospice.
Published by The Post on Sep. 8, 2025.

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Chris and Deb Howard

September 12, 2025

Jocelyn and family very sorry to hear of the loss of Chris. He has been a great friend and mate it was good to have the chance to see him earlier in the year. Rest in peace.lag

Mark Berryman

September 12, 2025

Very sad to hear of the passing of former colleague and friend. A member of the same cadet wing you will be deeply missed. Unfortunately won´t be able to attend had to return home urgently.

Jicheng ZHANG

September 12, 2025

Chris was a kind and friendly colleague at the IAEA. I had great respect for him and his work. He will be much missed. RIP, Chris.

Marina

September 12, 2025

Very sad to hear about Chris´s passing. He was a wonderful person - always friendly, professional, and kind. It was a pleasure to get to know him and work with him at the IAEA. I have great respect for him. Today, I remembered him happy, showing me a video of himself swimming with whales in the Tonga Islands. That joyful image is how I will remember him.

Carol ,Terry & Families

September 11, 2025

We are very sad to loose a loved and respected nephew.
Always remembered for his consideration and warmth.
Thoughts and love to all the immediate family.

Sean & Jaydene Buckley

September 11, 2025

Chris was a wonderful friend and colleague to us at OSACO Group. He joined the team when we began in 2013 and was part of the foundation and fabric. He'll be deeply missed. We've had many adventures together around the globe in challenging environments. He was the Zen Master who could be trusted to say exactly what he was thinking and undertake tasks with humility, professionalism and when appropriate humor. We'll miss you.

OSACO Group

September 11, 2025

We are all utterly devastated by the passing of our dear friend and colleague, Chris. The messages we've received from our international team this week have all said the same thing: Chris was the penultimate gentleman and a true professional.

Chris approached his work with profound empathy and understanding, especially when serving some of the most vulnerable people on the planet.

He set an outstanding example for us all, and his legacy of kindness and integrity will continue to inspire us.

We were incredibly lucky to have him as a vital part of the OSACO family.

On a personal note, Sean and I cherish the memory of our shared adventures and miss him dearly as a great friend.

Our thoughts are with Mike and Svenja, Mark and Lisa and whanau and all who loved him during this incredibly difficult time.

All of us from OSACO Group

Shelley

September 11, 2025

In loving memory of a wonderful man who lived his best life. RIP Chris, the world feels a little darker without your light. The memories we shared are treasured and you will be deeply missed. Sincere condolences and love to Mike, Svenja, Mark, Lisa and family during this difficult time.

Laszlo

September 11, 2025

I was deeply shocked and saddened to hear of Chris´ sudden passing. Although we didn´t work directly together, I always looked forward to his visits to Vienna, he never missed the chance to stop by my office for a chat. Our conversations, always rich and far from work-related, are memories I will truly cherish. My heartfelt condolences go out to his family and loved ones.
Chris will be missed.

OIOS-International Atomic Energy Agency

September 11, 2025

Office of Internal Oversight Services (OIOS), International Atomic Energy Agency
10 September 2025

Chris worked with us as a consultant for more than seven years. He excelled as an investigator in many demanding assignments, always combining his professionalism with humanity. His humor, warmth, and unfailing friendliness became hallmarks of OIOS at its best, and his work set a standard for all of us.

Over the years, we received countless positive messages about him from staff across the Agency. He was respected as a colleague, valued as a professional, and cherished as a friend.

We have lost a wonderful person, but his legacy and the many lives he touched will remain.

With deepest sympathy,
All staff members in the Office of Internal Oversight Services
International Atomic Energy Agency

Julie Tregear

September 10, 2025

Chris has left us far too soon; but we must remember the wonderful life he has lived: all that travel and being "A Spy"
Rest in peace now, Chris! All our love from The Tregear Gang.

David Hollander

September 9, 2025

Lag you were truly one of the best. Rest easy my friend sorry I can´t be there to send you off.

Ian Jenkins

September 9, 2025

Chris was my friend and colleague at Police College in Trentham and Porirua. I also played rugby with him. I nicknamed jim Pine Sapling ...a nod to Pine Tree Meads who Chris revered. Top bloke and I am shocked he has gone. All my best wishes to his family.

Kev Nolan

September 9, 2025

Condolences from Kev Nolan and family Carterton, such a loss, an amazing guy.

Shona Kramer

September 8, 2025

Oh Jocelyn .Lisa and the rest of the family .I am so so sorry Jocelyn for the loss of your boy .It was only about a month ago you told me Christopher was unwell .Big hugs to you .Try to get some form of comfort he is with his lovely Dad Paul
ALL MY LOVE shona ( Hairdresser )

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