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Kelly NICHOLLS Obituary

NICHOLLS, Kelly Michaela (nee Jones). On January 2, 2024, Kelly passed away suddenly at sea, on her beloved boat ACE. Dearly loved wife of John, proud Mum and almost- mother-in-law to Ryan, and Libby and Josh Mellow, and cherished Nan Nan to Isla, Evie, and Zara. Messages may be addressed to The Family of the late Kelly Nicholls, c/- PO Box 39001, Christchurch 8545. A Service will be held in our Westpark Chapel, 467 Wairakei Road, Burnside, Christchurch, on Wednesday, January 10, at 2.00pm, private cremation thereafter.



Published by The New Zealand Herald on Jan. 6, 2024.

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Livestock Improvement (LIC)

January 17, 2024

Our deepest condolences on the loss of Kelly. We wish the family all the strength and peace they need to get through this very difficult time as Kelly sails off into the sunset one last time. All our best wishes, rest in peace Kelly. In honour of Kelly we have chosen to donate 10 trees to the 'Trees that count' foundation. We wish for these trees to take anchor and grow strong in Kelly's honour.

Carmen Trumper

January 12, 2024

So sorry to hear of the passing of your wife John. Condolences to you and your family. Thinking of you all at this very sad time.

Christian Casbolt

January 10, 2024

So sorry and shocked to hear of Kelly's passing. A hard case lady with a great attitude. Commiserations to John and the family.

Lisa Ward

January 10, 2024

Our heartfelt condolences to John, Ryan, Libby & family for the sudden loss of Kelly.
Thinking of you all, Rob, Lisa, Michael, Andrew & Kate Ward.

Gilda Potter

January 9, 2024

The world is a little less bright with Kelly´s sparkling bright dynamic love of life and family tragically gone. I am so sorry for you all who she loved so dearly and never stopped talking about.
Gilda Potter.

Carey King

January 9, 2024

Our sincere condolences to the Nicholls and Jones whanau after the death of Kelly. We will remember Kelly as a fun, cheeky little girl with an enormous spark for life. Nga mihi. Former Torbay neighbours Jackie, Kim and Carey Hamilton.

Fiona Nicholls

January 9, 2024

Kelly Nicholls, you had a lovely energy that went so well with your generosity. You called a spade a spade. Rose wine by the bottle, not the glass, to share. Your middle name should be "Fun". Many rounds of golf will always have a memory of you in them. Gone but not forgotten. xx

Natasha Monaghan

January 9, 2024

So tragic , my sincere condolences to you all. We were meant to catch up this trip on the water..... Devastated for you all. .

Geraldine Wight

January 9, 2024

Our sincere condolences to John and all the family
Geraldine and Michael Wight

Martin and Linsey Furrer

January 9, 2024

We are so very sorry to hear the sudden loss of Kelly and wish to send our heart felt condolences to John, Libby, Ryan and family.

Martin, Linsey, Robert, Marcus and Jessica

Anna and Nathan Back

January 9, 2024

Sending condolences to John, Ryan and Libby and family at this sad time.
Anna, Nathan and the Dairy Vets team

Brenda Evans

January 8, 2024

I´m so sorry to hear of the passing of a much loved friend. Kelly was a warm, fun, funny , kind & generous person. Sending you John, Ryan & Libby & family my sincere condolences & love & prayers, Brenda Evans

Michael Rushton

January 8, 2024

Please accept my sincere condolences John and your family at this very sad time and difficult time.
Michael Rushton

Marianne Tye

January 8, 2024

What a huge shock your passing is.
For the short 5 years we have known you Kelly, you have made a huge impact on us with your big heart, direct honesty, great sense of humour and putting in 110% into what you love doing. We will always remember that.
All our love and thoughts are with you John, Libby (and your family) and Ryan.

Sandra Kyle

January 8, 2024

Very deeply saddened to hear the news of Kelly.
John, Libby and Ryan, and families, our thoughts are with you all at this very difficult time.

Robert and Sandra Kyle

Dave Irvine

January 7, 2024

Sincere condolences to John and family at this very difficult and sad time.
Dave Irvine

Pee Hapeta

January 7, 2024

Moe Mai Kelly,
Condolences to you John and whanau.

Naku, na

Pete Hapeta

Nicky Weatherley

January 7, 2024

Sincere heartfelt condolences to John, Libby, Ryan and family at this very sad time.

Wendy English

January 7, 2024

In loving memory of a wonderful friend & lady. There are no words to describe the loss & how much I will miss you. My deepest condolences to you John, Ryan, Libby & family

Johnstone Family

January 7, 2024

Our sincere condolences to you John, Ryan and Libby on your tragic loss.

Aidan, Louise and Ben, Nicolaas, Brendan

Chris and Jodi

January 6, 2024

A beautiful lady whose compassion touched so many. Our family will treasure the memories we have of you. Much love to John, Ryan, Libby, Josh and your 3 beautiful granddaughters.
Chris, Jodi and family

Alistair McLennan

January 6, 2024

Condolences to John and the family. Kelly would light up a room and I will remember her as a straight shooting fun person taken way too soon. RIP

Ruth Evans

January 6, 2024

To John , Ryan and Libby. Our sincere condolences and heartfelt sympathy on your tragic loss. Our thoughts are with you. Sincerely Laurie and Ruth Evans.

Tanya Dustin

January 6, 2024

One of life's treasures. A beautiful woman inside and out and an inspiration to many. Condolences to John and the family.x

Daryl Hewitt

January 6, 2024

We are so sorry to hear this. We have known the family for years. Our deepest Condolences to the whole family from Daryl & Tara and the Team at DJ Hewitt Builders.

Peter Jones

January 6, 2024

So sad, loving & full of life, my beautiful youngest daughter.
At least she was doing what she loved with her loving husband John.
Our love & support to my grandchildren Libby, & Ryan & great grandaughters
Isla ,Evie & Zara & Libby's Partner Josh , Luv Dad & Alison

Megan Ratcliffe

January 6, 2024

Sincere condolences to John and all the family.
Malcolm and Megan Ratcliffe.

John Wainhouse

January 6, 2024

A loved and very special friend. Will be remembered for so many wonderful times. Our sincere condolences to all her family.
John & Christina Wainhouse

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