Died: 14th July 2025

Service: 16th August 2025

WILMOT

Christopher Ben

Chris

Hard Materials Technology Teacher, Hunter, Rifle Range target sharp shooter and tin can ace, Historian, Collector, Bargain hunter, Spender, Prominent Member and Specialist of Model Railway communities, Companion and Gentleman.

9 November 1952 to 14 July 2025

It is with deep sadness that we share with you the passing of our beloved and treasured Chris.

Dearly loved and respected Father of Ben and Gus.

Precious and dear Chris of Hildamae.

Much loved and adored son of Ben and Inge Wilmot and brother of Alexandra, and special uncle of Emma.

Loved and respected friend of Ann Turrall (England).

Beloved nephew of Jill and cousins Richard, Simon*, Phillipa and Ann (Australia).

Cherished and dearest cousin of Rudi, Gisela and Bernd (Germany), John, David, Robert, Linden, Jonathan and David (England).

A much loved and treasured friend to many people.

A memorial service to celebrate Chris’s life will be held at Windsor Community Church, Invercargill, Saturday 16th August at 1pm.

Family warmly invite you to further share memories of Chris over light refreshments following the service.

Messages to 22 Actaeon Road, Makarewa 9876.

A special thank you to St John, Southland Hospital and Hospice Southland for their care and love.