Died: 7th April 2023

Funeral: 13th April 2023

Peacefully at Hospice Southland after a courageous battle on Friday April 7, 2023.

Aged 52 years.

Cherished soulmate of Val (nee Marshall).

Adored Dad of Taia & Krystal, Maxine & Ahipene, Jordan, Trent, Tyrone, Zavier*, Ahorangi & Irirangi.

Treasured Grandad of Tane, Trey, Arihana, Starr-Zavier, Jiziyn-Rose, Anahera, Brooklyn & Te Ariki Nui.

Loved son of Ron Christie & Keri Ruri*

A much-admired brother, brother-in-law, uncle, cousin, nephew & friend.

Kua hinga te tōtara i te wao nui a Tāne

A tōtara has fallen in the forest of Tāne.

Dion is at Te Toimairangi Marae, 54 Eye Street, Invercargill until Thursday April 13, with his farewell service starting at 10.00am followed by interment at Eastern Cemetery to be laid to rest with Zavier.

Livestream available at www.southernfuneralhome.co.nz

Messages to 172 Mary Street, Invercargill 9810

(* denotes deceased)