On July 12, 2025, peacefully at home, surrounded by family, aged 76 years. Much loved and adored husband of Jeanette, much loved father and father-in-law of Shayne and Sue, and Scott, loved step-dad to Kayla, proud and loving Grandad of Tayla, Jacob, Liam, and Blake. Loved brother and brother-in-law of Lynne and Syd, Vicki and Ash, and loved uncle of all his nieces and nephews. Special thanks to the Oncology Team at Christchurch Hospital, and to the Palliative Care Team at HCNZ, for all their care and support of Kevin and his family. Messages may be addressed to: The family of the late Kevin Gdanitz, c/- PO Box 39001, Christchurch 8545. A service to celebrate Kevin's life will be held at Wai-mana, 92 Kippenberger Avenue, Rangiora, on Thursday, July 17, at 10.30am.