Death Notices
Death

FRANCIS, Richard Norton

On Saturday, May 20, 2023, unexpectedly, at Christchurch Hospital, aged 80 years. Dearly loved husband and best friend of Janet, and former loved husband of the late Jill. Loved father and father-in-law of Katrina and Scott Criglington, and Joanne and Gary Bourner. Loved Grandad of Brent, and James; and Amy, and Andrew. Beloved step-father of David Johnston and Jane Meech, and their children Hugo, Amy, and Archie; and James Johnston and Vanessa George, and their son Oscar. Messages to the Francis family, c/- PO Box 10345, Christchurch 8145. In lieu of flowers, donations to the RSPCA in memory of Richard, would be appreciated, and may be made at the service. A celebration of Richard’s life will be held in the Christchurch Transitional Cathedral, 234 Hereford Street, on Thursday, May 25, 2023 at 2.00pm. Private cremation thereafter.