On Sunday, January 5, 2025, surrounded by loving family, aged 78 years. Much loved husband and soulmate of Carol, treasured father and father-in-law of Richard and Kerry, Nicky and Tamati, adored Grandad of Noah, Aidan, Riley, and Brodie. Messages may be addressed to: The family of the late Ivan Purtle, c/- PO Box 39001, Christchurch 8545. In lieu of flowers, donations to Nurse Maude would be appreciated and may be made online at nursemaude.org.nz.    The funeral service and celebration of Ivan’s life will be held in our Oaklands Chapel, corner of Halswell Junction and Wigram Roads, Halswell, on Thursday, January 9, at 2.30pm, followed by a private cremation.