Richard Alexander Bruce "Bruce" GAFFIKIN

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Bell, Lamb & Trotter Funeral Directors

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Christchurch, Canterbury

Richard GAFFIKIN Obituary

Unexpectedly on Saturday, February 28, 2026, at Christchurch Hospital. Aged 71 years. Loved husband of Natasha, and of his late wife, Ivana. Loved father of Thomas, James, Emily, Matthew and Sasha, father-in-law of Sabre and Nick, and adored grandfather of Billie, Averie, Jamie, Benson, Flynn, Elise and Freddie. Messages to the Gaffikin family, c/- [email protected]. At Bruce's request, his private cremation has taken place.

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Published by The Press on Mar. 14, 2026.

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Alan Henning

March 31, 2026

I met Bruce in Palmerston North, New Zealand when he had Medici Restaurant and working with Joe Walding, Minister of Trade. My connection as family member is my wife is Gerardine Behrens, Angela’s sister married to Mike Gaffikin. I was in dairy farming and always interested in export trade. Bruce always knew alot of “stuff” and
people and took the time for a chat. Thanks for being a great guy! Our prayers are with you all.
Alan D. and Gerardine A. Henning Madison, Wisconsin USA.

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