Passed peacefully at home, after an 11-year battle, surrounded by his four children, aged 71 years. Dearly loved father and father-in-law of Lee and Daniela, Brooke and Blair, Jordan and Jaryd, Alex and Liv, adored Grandad of Ryker, Lockie, Kayson, Archie, Louie, and Evelyn. Much loved brother and brother-in-law of Grant, Andrew and Kerry. Special uncle of Alice and cherished cousin to many. Endless thanks and gratitude to Dad’s medical team, as well as the nurses and caregivers who loved and cared for him through his many trials over the years. Dad, you will be forever loved and cherished, never forgotten, embedded in our hearts for eternity. May you fly high and run free with the angels at peace.

          You will always be the missing soldier to our -Brothers in Arms

Messages may be addressed to: The family of the late Lindsay Purves, c/- PO Box 39001, Christchurch 8545. At Lindsay’s request, a private memorial will be held.