What an amazing and perfect celebration of life for Chris. We felt blessed to be able to attend. Debbie, our hearts go out to you. You found your person and I know your love for each other was unconditional and indescribable. To his beautiful sons, you will be how Chris lives on. So… live your lives with a little bit of your dads “nothing ventured, nothing gained” attitude and you will live full lives and hopefully very happy ones too. To Chris’s step children, you’ve lost too. It was lovely to hear the love you had for Chris. Now is when your mum will need you most. We wish you much aroha in your journey without Chris. Kia Kaha, Sue & Travis xoxo

Sending my love & thoughts to Debbie & family with the sad news of Chris passing. I will miss our chats about everything & nothing thank you for being a great neighbour & friend always caring & welcoming RIP Chris Jill Howard

Chris, you were one in a million. Your sense of fun and little quirks (you 'really' loved pigs!!!) was awesome. I will always value your business insights, help and inspiration that you gave me. It was a privilege working for you, and the friendship that ensued with you and Debs. To Debbie and family - Dave and I send our sincerest condolences and love.

Sending our love and condolences to Debbie and the family. A very sad loss to the Omaha neighbourhood, we will miss our chats with Chris on the beach. Lots of love from Tanya, Chris, Lucky and Wag