On September 6, 2025, peacefully in his sleep, aged 54 years. Devoted Dad of Brooke, cherished son of Dianne and the late James, loved brother and brother-in-law of Jonny and Paula, Mark, Matt and Silke, Ryan and Sara, loved former husband of Amanda, loved Uncle to Ella, George, Poppy, Jack, William, Maia and Lottie, a great friend, and work colleague. Messages may be addressed to: The family of the late Michael Teear, c/- PO Box 39001, Christchurch 8545. A celebration of Michael's life will be held at Westpark, 467 Wairakei Road, Burnside, on Tuesday, September 16, at 2.00pm. A private cremation will follow. To watch a livestream of the service, please go to lambandhayward.co.nz/obituaries and click on the link in Michael’s obituary.