J C L (Chris) Higgs


It is with great sadness that we advise of the passing of Chris at the age of 79 on Thursday 5th June. 
 Dearly loved companion of Wendy Lemberg and the late Marie. Much loved father and mate of 
James and wife Jemmah Higgs. Respected and loved stepfather of Daryl, Royce and Aude, the late Andrea, Ann and Carey, Fay and Roger, and Charmaine and Geoff. Loved grandad of Theresa, Philippa, Amanda, Kate, Mark, Tim, Harley, Louie, Noah, Monique, Samantha, Michael and 'Papy' of Isaac. Loved brother of Gill Corballis, 
the late Geoff Higgs, and sister-in-law Margaret Higgs. Loved uncle of Catherine, Tony and Anna. 
Chris was a kind and gentle man who was loved by many. He will be dearly missed by his friends and family, near and far. A huge gap is left in all of our hearts and lives. In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to the
 New Zealand Heart Foundation via their website or this can be made at the funeral service.
 Messages to PO Box 9, Blenheim 7240 or www.cloudybayfunerals.co.nz.
 Following cremation, a Memorial Service will be held on Wednesday 11th June, 10am 
at the Springlands Chapel, Cloudy Bay Funeral Services, 15 Boyce Street. 
                      This service will be livestreamed and can be viewed on the Cloudy Bay Funeral Services website.          

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Service Details

Springlands Chapel
Cloudy Bay Funeral Services
15 Boyce Street
Blenheim
Wednesday 11 June 2025
10.00am

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Leave Messages
From - Karen Sands 
Rest in peace Chris , you will be sadly missed, love always Karen and Don xx

From - Sue and Murray Taylor 
Fond memories of a lovely kind man. We will miss you Chris. 
Our love and thoughts are with you Wendy and family.

From - Margie Hammond 
 Dear James, 
Thoughts are with you and your family today 
Sending you strength love and sympathy. 
We all shared wonderful times together when you and Kelvin were little. Lots of fun and laughter .. 
Chris had the biggest sense of humour. I can still hear his laughter. He was always so proud of you. 
I am so glad to have those memories. He was an awesome person.

From - Helen Drew
Thinking of you all today and with you in spirit. Lots of love, Helen

From - Violet And Allan 
Beautiful service ❤️ was with you Wendy all the way. Chris will always be with us all. Love you sis XOXO 😘