LATTIMORE, Ian Murray

549857 Maj (Ret) NZDF. Passed away suddenly and unexpectedly at his home in Christchurch on January 28, 2023. In his 62nd year. Much loved only son of Murray and the late Gertrude Lattimore, Methven. Beloved only sibling of Kate Holmes, Methven. Loving father of Maire and Sarah, Brisbane. Loved stepfather of Stephanie Forsyth-Taylor, Loburn. Adored Grandad of Addison and Charli. Loved and admired by his godson Lockie Armstrong. Messages of condolence to be sent to Lattimore Family, PO Box 472, Ashburton 7740. His company, humour, stories and support were enjoyed and appreciated by all of his large wider circle of family and friends. Highly respected colleague, friend, mate and respected officer of all who knew and worked with him for over 40 years’ service in the New Zealand Army, including NZDF deployments all over the world. Ian’s farewell and celebration of his life will be held in Our Chapel, cnr East and Cox Streets, Ashburton, on Thursday, February 9, commencing at 11.00am, followed by private cremation at the Ashburton Crematorium.