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Mark CALLAGHAN Obituary

On July 14, 2023, at Christchurch Hospital, aged 51 years. Adored, Beloved and Hardcase son of Ken and Pauline Callaghan. Loving, inspirational, fun and supportive dad of Molly and Lucy. Snuggly dog daddy to Rufus, cherished partner and friend of Debbie. Legendary brother and brother in-law of Sharee and Dave Cox, Uncle of Sarah-Jayne and Ruby. Dearly loved grandson of the late Charlie and Ann Grimes and Leslie and Mary Callaghan. Treasured nephew of Pip and Gordie Tait and Judy and Ian McDonnell, awesome cousin of Novia, Laura, Scott, Beth and Katie. Loved brother-in-law of Craig, respected and loved son-in-law of Lorraine and Peter, and Alistair and Kay. To complete Marks story; loved son of Marilyn, loved brother of Shantel and Josh, and Tane. Loved uncle of Mackenzie and Thomas (all in Australia.) Loved best mate of Paul. Mark was loved by all his friends both in New Zealand and Overseas and will leave a huge gap in all our lives. Messages to 'The Mark Callaghan Family' may be sent C/- 19 London Street, Richmond Christchurch. In lieu of flowers Mark and his family would appreciate donations to The Cancer Society which can be made directly via their website. As directed by Mark himself; this will be a celebration of his life and nothing less. You are all warmly welcome to join us to help celebrate Mark in the John Rhind Chapel, entrance from London and Whitmore Streets, Christchurch on Saturday, July 22, at 1.00pm. For those unable to attend you are able to watch online www.tinyurl.com/MarkCallaghan Private cremation thereafter.
Published by The Press from Jul. 17 to Jul. 19, 2023.

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Dani

July 22, 2023

School Board colleague from 2019 to 2022, Dani wishes share how Mark will be remembered: as dedicated and devoted to the education of children at Christchurch South Karamata Intermediate school, a family man with good values. May your family find solace in remembrance of your great deeds when alive and beyond through the kind hearts of those you have inspired. Lots of love and compassion.

jason Mchenry

July 21, 2023

Pauline, Ken, Sharee, Debbie, Molly and Lucy

My deepest condolences for you loss, I was saddened to learn only a few weeks ago that Mark had cancer, and then to hear that he has passed too soon, I can only hope that his quality of life and time with you before his passing was full of great memories and stories.
I can recall on numerous occasions having a beer and laugh with Mark on our adventures travelling around England and Europe, very fond memories.

My thoughts are with you all at this sad time, RIP Mark you will be missed

Deepest sympathies Jason McHenry and Family

Annette Barrett and family.

July 21, 2023

Pauline&Ken and Sharee. Thinking of you all at this time of great loss. Sending our condolences.

Linda Ellwood

July 20, 2023

Sending love and thoughts to Pauline and Ken, Sharee and family, and Marks girls. So young to go - such a loss. Linda (nee Shephard) .

Trudy & John Longson & family

July 20, 2023

Pauline, Ken, and Sheree. We are so sad to hear about Mark passing away. Haven´t seen him for a long time, but such happy memories of our kids playing together & having sleep overs etc. Our condolences. X

Rowena Pottinger

July 20, 2023

Dear Debbie Molly and Lucy
It is with such shock that I heard of Marks passing. I recall Mark as a wonderful caring loving Dad to his precious girls when I was teaching Lucy at Cherrys ELC although only at Cherrys for a short time their friendship was special to me. Both Debbie and Mark were such supportive and beautiful parents who impacted my life. I was blown away reading the tribute about Mark from South intermediate school, what an incredible man he was. You can be so proud of his accomplishments and selfless work in the community- salt of the earth!!
Deb your concern for me with my husband who has had an ongoing cancer illness for many years always brought warmth caring and a special bond and I can´t believe that you have lost your gorgeous Mark to cancer -my heart breaks for you all.
If ever you want to get in touch Debbie I would love to catch up again.
Enormous comforting support, hugs and prayers for you all, Mark will always be with you smiling down proudly on his beautiful girls.
Kia kaha and Arohanui
Rowena xx

Deepa

July 19, 2023

I am so sorry to hear about Mark's untimely death. May his soul rest in peace. He was a wonderful person, funny and his sense of humor was amazing. It was great working with him at HSBC . Debbie, Lucy and Molly and the entire Callaghan family we are all thinking of you. Lots of love

Sharyn & Neil Kingan

July 19, 2023

Thinking of all the family especially Molly & Lucy in the sad loss of their loved Dad.
Mark,Deb and girls stayed with us in Oamaru after one of the earthquakes.
Such a nice guy.
Treasure Your Memories.

Marsha Gowans

July 19, 2023

I worked with Mark at HSBC and he was a great work mate, always up for a laugh. He will be missed. Our thoughts are with you Deb and family at this sad time.

Gary Bowick

July 17, 2023

A good friend, great Dad and top bloke.
Harry (Mark) lived life to its fullest extent, was always up for a good time and did everything with a big smile on his face.
You will be sorely missed Harry however you leave us better for having had you in our lives.
Gary & Ange Bowick.

Anna Niles

July 17, 2023

Our thoughts are with you Deb, Molly, Lucy and family during this terribly sad time. Mark was always such a warm, friendly man and loved to share a good story on the sidelines or around the board table. Rest in peace Mark.

David Wilkinson

July 17, 2023

I am so sorry for the family's loss. Mark was a fun colleague who was keen to be at the heart of our social events. He approached everything with a great sense of humor and perspective. It's hard to make sense of his loss too early but we got a lot of fun out of the time we had with him. My condolences again to his family and of course his girls.

Mike Reeve

July 17, 2023

Mark aka Harry was a great mate and a fun colleague. We worked together for many years at both ANZ and HSBC. His wit, humour and kind heart will be sorely missed. My deepest condolences to Debs, Molly & Lucy and the whole family.
Love Mike & Anna

Sue & Trevor Chamberlain

July 17, 2023

Our thoughts go out to you all at this sad time

Ahmed

July 17, 2023

I am deeply sorry to hear the passing of your loved one!
Mark was a remarkable man, enjoyed his friendly chat and lovely personality!

Scott Dewar

July 17, 2023

So sorry to hear the passing of Mark. He was an outstanding work colleague at ANZ, he always happy to get involved at work and at play.
RIP

Amy Kim

July 17, 2023

I am very sorry. I still feel like it was just yesterday we had so much laugh, lots of fun together when we were in the Rotherham Street building. I am going to miss you a lot and think of you and your family. Rest in Peace.

Alice Walsh

July 17, 2023

Sorry to hear this news pal. It was only a Month or so ago we spoke in the office and you were in good spirits. Have enjoyed our chats over the years. All my love to your family -May you rest in peace

Heather Brook

July 17, 2023

To Deb, Molly and Lucy, so sorry to hear of the loss of Mark, he was tough till the end......
Thinking of you all.

Caroline

July 17, 2023

Sorry for your loss. I remember Mark being involved in the local community and a very involved dad. Rest in Peace Mark.

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