REILLY, Christopher Thomas. 26 March 1972 (Robroyston Maternity Hospital, Glasgow) - 10 January 2026 (Mokotua NZ) Passed away at home surrounded by his loved ones, green pastures and loved animals. Loved and loving partner of Kowhai. Much adored and special Dad to Isabel. Cherished son of Margaret and Tom Reilly (deceased). Special and very much loved, respected friend and Brother and Brother in law to Andrew and Del, and Fi. A fun and adored uncle of Ruby and Lou. A treasured Nephew and Cousin to family in NZ, Sweden, Scotland and Wales. A collector of special friendships and people, Chris was most of all loyal, positive, witty, fun, adventurous lover of the outdoors, alongside passionate and dedicated farmer. He remained relentlessly positive and strong throughout the unfortunate hand he was dealt. Special thankyou to the team of Nurses, Doctors and team at Dunedin Hospital for their support and care. A memorial service for Chris will be held at Tauranga Yacht Club, Sulphur Point, Tauranga on Friday 23rd January 2026 at 2pm. "One life lived, many lives touched." Correspondence to: Reilly Family 18b Links Avenue, Mt Maunganui 3116. In lieu of flowers donations can be made to the Leukemia Foundation or your local Bloodbank for blood and plasma donations.

Published by The New Zealand Herald on Jan. 17, 2026.