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Eric William "Haggis" COUTTS

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Lamb & Hayward Westpark Chapel & Memorial Garden

467 Wairakei Rd., PO Box 39001, Christchurch 8545

Christchurch, Canterbury

Eric COUTTS Obituary

On October 3, 2024, passed peacefully at Christchurch Hospital, aged 83 years. Best friend and very much loved husband of Pamela for 53 years, much loved Dad of Fiona and Joe (Canada), Daryl "Moggie" and Zoe, Katrina "Polly" and Jason, special Pop of Tristan, and Jacob (Canada); Nico, and Lachlan. Loved son of the late Sam and Jane Coutts, loved son-in-law of the late Reg and Rebecca Smith, loved brother of Brian (Dunedin), and brother-in-law of Bo and Liz (Paroa). Eric was loved by his nieces and nephews in New Zealand, and cousins in Edinburgh.
Loved to the end. He will be sorely missed.
Special thanks to the staff of Ward 19, Christchurch Hospital, for their care and support. Messages may be addressed to: The family of the late Eric Coutts, c/- PO Box 39001, Christchurch 8545. A memorial service to say farewell to Eric will be held in our Westpark Chapel, 467 Wairakei Road, Burnside, on Thursday, October 10, at 10.00am.


Published by The Press on Oct. 5, 2024.

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Frank "Boof" Rowlands

October 10, 2024

When I was beginning my career in the bus industry, Eric was one of the best guides anyone could wish for. His knowledge and character made a daunting role not only manageable, but very rewarding. We developed a friendship based on a love for rail and bus transport, vintage cars and model trains. I thank him for all the smiles, laughs and chats. Eric enriched my life. He will be remembered as a true gent, and a valued colleague, by many people who worked with him over the decades. I send my condolences to his family and friends.

Jude Johnston

October 9, 2024

Deepest sympathy to Pamela and family. Rest easy Haggis. I will always remember you on May 12th. Treasured memories.. Jude. The little round lady.

Glen Liley

October 8, 2024

Top geezer was our Eric,a gents,Gent.Fond thoughts if this bloke.
Top man,RIP Eric
Glen Lilley,Maida Vale,London.

Gerard James

October 7, 2024

Deepest sympathy to Eric´s family.
Eric was a true gentleman. A great person to be around and work with ,he had a wonderful sense of humour.
RIP Eric.

Anna Sumicz

October 6, 2024

Eric was one of my first trainers at Red Bus. He had a wicked dry sense of humour and patience in abundance!! He was one of life's true gentlemen. Rest easy Eric, you will be truly missed.

Fay Graham

October 6, 2024

It was 1965 when I first met Eric at Franz Josef....Road Service driver extra-ordinaire and a bright light in the staff quarters. When he joined forces with Pam my husband Stephen and I had many fun trips together with them....card playing till 3am....following trains, life size and model, dinners together. Never will I forget their warm and generous welcome to their home in our difficult time after our fire. We will always treasure their friendship and love. Eric, will always think of you when I have a pie! Thanks for many happy years of a special friendship. RIP

Gerard Cooper

October 6, 2024

My thoughts to Pamela and family on Eric´s passing.

Eric was one of the last of the Old School Gentlemen. He respected everyone and everyone respected him.

Eric was a great trainer and mentor to me in my early days on the buses for which I will be forever grateful.

RIP Eric. You will be missed.

Valerie Mcturk

October 5, 2024

I knew Eric through my late husband David Mcturk both worked at red bus. Eric was a delightful man with a great sense of humour. Rest in peace. Valerie Mcturk

Sue McPherson

October 5, 2024

Eric was an icon within Red Bus, he had the patience of a saint. Thank you for teaching me how to drive a bus. I will never forget you Eric. My condolences to his family and friends.

Peter Kolff

October 5, 2024

I Remember Eric from Redbus/CTL ( training) . Great guy. Lots laughs. Will be missed by lots of people.
R I P Eric.

Peter Kolff

October 5, 2024

I remember Eric from Redbus. ( Training) Great person. Lots of laughs. Will be missed by lots of people.
R I P Eric.

Rodney O'Leary

October 5, 2024

It has been a pleasure and a privilege to have known and worked with you. Rest In Peace.

Brian Skinner

October 5, 2024

Deepest Sympathy to the family. Eric was a great work mate and colleague. RIP Eric.

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Memorial Events
for Eric COUTTS

To offer your sympathy during this difficult time, you can now have memorial trees planted in a National Forest in memory of your loved one.

Funeral services provided by:

Lamb & Hayward Westpark Chapel & Memorial Garden

467 Wairakei Rd., PO Box 39001, Christchurch 8545 Burnside, Christchurch 8053