23/12/1953. Joining her beloved and devoted husband Martin of 54 years, Christine fought a valiant battle and passed away at home in Methven surrounded by her adoring family on 25th November 2025 – together again forever. Born and raised in the Methven High Country by William (Bill) Crawford (dec) and Patricia (Pat) Crawford (dec). An ever-loyal loving and guiding mother to Lisa and Julian (Blenheim) Mandy and Geoff (Methven) and Paul and Manu (Leeston). An irreplaceable Nana to Jacob, Sam and Riley (Blenheim), Ashleigh and Chris (Christchurch), Holly and Tee (Australia), and Betty (Leeston). Cherished sister to Gordon and Rachel (Ashburton) Shirley and Bruce (Timaru), much loved sister-in-law to Hilary Talbot (Christchurch).
Messages to the Talbot family, P O Box 472, Ashburton 7740. ‘Roll up the jack for one final time.’ A private burial for Martin and Christine will be held. We invite you to a celebration of their lives at the Mt Hutt Memorial Hall, Main Street, Methven, on Friday 5th December, commencing at 10.00am. For anyone wishing to view the service online go to www.patersonsfuneralservices.co.nz ‘Funeral Notices’ and click on Christines’ notice for the link.
