Colin LEWIS

Colin LEWIS

Colin LEWIS Obituary

Published by The Press from Apr. 11 to Apr. 12, 2017.
LEWIS, Colin Thomas:
Aged 84 years, Colin passed away peacefully on Sunday, April 9, 2017, at Ngaio Marsh Hospital. Loved and respected husband of Isla, loved and respected father and father-in-law of Ruth, Heather and Roslan (Malaysia) and the late Karen Tracey Lewis. Heartfelt thanks to all the amazing staff at Ngaio Marsh for all their care and compassion for Colin and his family. Messages may be addressed to 'The Family of Colin Lewis' C/- 19 London Street, Richmond, Christchurch 8013. In memory of Colin donations to St John Ambulance would be appreciated and may be made at his service. A celebration of Colins life will be held in the Canterbury Crematorium Chapel, corner of Linwood Avenue and Keighleys Road, Tomorrow (Thursday), at 10.30am, followed by private cremation.

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