In loving memory of John

John William Youngson

1954 - 2026
John William Youngson

Please join us in celebrating John's life

YOUNGSON, John William (John)

On Friday 20th March 2026, passed away suddenly at his home in Picton, aged 71.

Much loved partner, father, brother, Grandad John, family member and friend to many.

Partner to Lynnie, father to Rowan, Mia, Chloe, Dale and Jesse, brother to David, Jeanette and Andrew.

A memorial for John will be held on Wednesday 1st April at 2pm at South Brighton Surf Lifesaving Club Christchurch. For those who cannot attend, John’s service will be livestreamed, the link is located below this notice.

 

Tribute from Lisa Delaveau –  
Shocked and so sorry to hear of John’s passing, sending hugs to you Lynn
Lisa (Waikawa)

Tribute from Neil Cavaney – 
It was a great shock to hear about John’s sudden passing. Our deepest sympathy to Lyn and John’s family. Thinking of you all.
Neil and Rosemarie Cavaney

Tribute from Mike Murdoch –
I worked with John at icc Animal control I was probably not the best employee John ever had But John being John lisened and always went with my ideas very sad to hear this news my friend all my thoughts to the family

Tribute from Simon Tonkin – 
Very sad news for my work mate friend and motorbike riding friend.
John had a positive attitude to life and will be missed so sorry to his family for this tragic loss.

Tribute from Sakura Stirling-Boyles – 
E te matua, moe mai rā i ruka i tō moekaroa, i ruka i te aroha me te maukaroko. Kā mihi aroha ki te whānau e taki hotuhotu mou e John. Kia tau ka manaakitanga ki ruka i a koutou hoki.
Nāku noa nā te whānau Stirling me te whānau Boyles ki Whanganui 🕊🌷🤍

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WHEN

Apr 1, 2026 at 2:00 PM

WHERE

South Brighton Surf Lifesaving Club
Marine Parade
South New Brighton
Christchurch 8062
New Zealand

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