GIBSON; Malcolm Donald

 On 6 January 2026, peacefully at Marlborough Hospice, aged 85 years. 

Dearly loved husband of Shona. Much loved father and father-in-law of Adam and Jude, Sarah and Ben, and David. Adored Poppa of Otis and Ari. Dearly loved husband of the late Annette. Loved stepfather of Rebecca and Neil, and Daniel. Loved Poppa of Logan and Travis, and Eligh and Phoenix.

The family sends their warmest thanks to everyone involved in Malcolm’s care during the course of his hospital stays. Special thanks to CJ and the wonderful team and nurses at Wairau Hospital, Marlborough District Nurses, Carmen and the Vascular team at Christchurch and Nelson Hospitals, Hospice Marlborough, Ashwood Park Resthome, St John Ambulance, Tamara and the Nurse Maude care team and the NZ Flying Doctor Service. 

In lieu of flowers, a donation can be made to Marlborough Hospice Trust, St John Ambulance, or NZ Flying Doctor Service via their websites or at Malcolm’s service.

Messages to The Gibson Family, c/- PO Box 723, Blenheim 7240.

In accordance with Malcolm’s wishes, a private cremation has taken place. A service celebrating Malcolm’s life will be held at the Springlands Chapel, Cloudy Bay Funeral Services, 15 Boyce Street, Blenheim on Friday 8 May at 2.00pm

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CLOUDY BAY FUNERAL SERVICES  BLENHEIM  F.D.A.N.Z.  Tel 03 5782004  www.cloudybayfunerals.co.nz