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Roy BRIDGMAN Obituary

On May 22, 2025, tragically taken as the result of an accident, aged 68 years. Dearly loved husband of Lynne (née Bell), much loved father and father-in-law of Amber and Dixon, Courtney and Matt, adored Papa of Pyper, and Ali; Zak, and Ollie, loved son of Dave (deceased) and Pat, loved brother of Steve (deceased), Dale, and Greg. Special thanks to the Rolleston Emergency Services and Westpac Rescue Helicopter teams. Messages may be addressed to: The family of the late Roy Bridgman, c/- PO Box 39001, Christchurch 8545. The funeral service for Roy will be held in our Westpark Chapel, 467 Wairakei Road, Burnside, Christchurch, on Friday, May 30, at 2.00pm, followed by a private cremation.


Published by Southland Times on May 26, 2025.

Memories and Condolences
for Roy BRIDGMAN

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33 Entries

Teri Neville

June 2, 2025

So sad to hear of Roy's death. He was a fantastic person. I only knew him thru Rolleston New World, but he was friendly to one and all. My sympathies to his family.

Victoria Freer

May 30, 2025

Roy was a wonderful man. We had many laughs down the wine isle with his dry funny sense of humour. I always enjoyed visiting Roy´s RIP dear Roy.You will sadly missed.

lynette Evans

May 30, 2025

To Lynn, Amber, Courtney and Families, we are so very sorry to hear of the loss of Roy, he was a great man, always supporting the community, and a tireless worker, he will be deeply missed by you all and we send our sincere condolences to you all.

Mike Hughes

May 30, 2025

Fond memories of cycling with Roy.Fierce competitor.RIP CHAMP.

Paul de Boer

May 30, 2025

To Lynn and Family ,
Sorry to hear of Roy's Passing , My condolenses the Bridgman Family

Paul Hogan

May 30, 2025

I had the privilege of working and time at Lincoln Uni with Roy and we continually caught up with each other at the Rolley New World. Just a good bloke who should have now been enjoying a relaxing time with his family.
RIP Roy you will be missed m8.

Reece, Charlotte, Kaine and Harry

May 30, 2025

To Lynne and family.
So sorry to hear of Roy´s passing. We have lost a true gentleman. Our thoughts are with you at this very sad time.

Jill Smolenski

May 30, 2025

So sorry to hear off your loss of Roy new him threw supermarket then threw Mitchell lovely man always said hello

Dave and Marianne Somerville

May 30, 2025

To Lynn and family. So sorry for your loss. Dave, Marianne and family

Stephan Knowler

May 30, 2025

Condolences to the Bridgeman family.
Roy was a great guy taken too soon. So sorry to hear the news.
Stephan Knowler

Luella Osborne

May 29, 2025

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

Glenise Dreaver

May 29, 2025

We mourn the loss of a fine man ... generous hearted, courageous and a very special person.
From his cousin, Glenise (Dreaver)

Allan Pine

May 29, 2025

Many years have passed but the Pine Family send our condolences the Roy´s Family

Kevin and Marlene Ryan

May 28, 2025

To Lynne and family.
So sorry to hear of Roy´s passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this very sad time. We have many happy memories from our New World and Board days with you and Roy.
Kevin and Marlene Ryan

Ruha

May 27, 2025

Sorry to hear of your loss Lyn.

Terry and Carol

May 27, 2025

Thank you for being so good to our daughter, you gave her an amazing start in life.

Ian Robb

May 27, 2025

My sincere condolences to Lyn and family. My number one shop owner and friend through our association of shopping has departed far too soon. May he rest in peace. Ian and Jill Robb nee Bridgman.

Annette Kereopa

May 27, 2025

to lyn Courtney Amber and family i was very sad to hear of Roys passing and offer my deepest sympathy and love to you all

Allan & Jo Dunn Invercargill

May 27, 2025

Thinking you Lynne and family at this sad time, please accept our heartfelt condolences.

Elaine and Ian McCambridge

May 26, 2025

Lynne, Courtney, Amber and family, we were so, so sorry to hear of your tragic loss of Roy. Thinking about you all.

Neville Jones

May 26, 2025

Dear Lynne and family, so saddened to hear of Roy´s sudden passing. I have great memories of chats with Roy in your store, both business and personal, and getting to chat about common interests. A great guy.
Thinking of you all at this time.
Kind regards,

Neville Jones

Megan Hewitson

May 26, 2025

Lyn, and family, my sincere condolences to you all on the tragic loss of Roy.
Megan Hewitson Hellers.

Robyn Hughes

May 26, 2025

Dear Lynn and family, with deepest sympathy to you all on the tragic loss of Roy, our thoughts are with you all. Casey and Robyn Hughes

Bruce Cleave

May 26, 2025

My condolences go to the family Thinking of you at this sad time

Graham Sycamore

May 26, 2025

My condolences go to the family at this very sad time. Another good man gone before his time.

Mike and Carmel Salkeld

May 26, 2025

Sincere Sympathy to the entire family

Lorraine Ker

May 26, 2025

To Pat and family.
Thinking of you all at this sad time.
Memories are a legacy, yours to hold.
Lorraine Ker

Philippa Strong

May 26, 2025

My Deepest Condolences to Lynne, Amber & Courtney.
I am so sorry to read of Roys accident. You were such awesome bosses to work for. Thinking of you all at this sad time.

Ngaire and George Anderson

May 26, 2025

Our deepest sympathy to lynn ,Amber Courtney and families
Thinking of you in your time of grief
Ngaire and George Anderson

G & N ANDERSON

May 26, 2025

TO LYNN AMBER AND COURTNEY & PARTNERS
OUR DEEPEST SYMPATHY
THINKING OF YOU AT THIS SAD TIME
nGAIRE AND GEORGE ANDERSON

Debbie Mclaughlin

May 26, 2025

Lynne,Amber and Courtney,I´m so sorry to read of Roy´s accident.Roy was such a lovely,happy man always smiling and loved to make sure you were having a GREAT day.
Lynne,you and Roy both,were awesome employers to work for,it was always a happy place to come to.
Love to you Lynne and your wonderful family and deepest sympathy to all

Tony Ineson

May 26, 2025

Our deepest sympathy to all the family on the tradgic loss of Roy
Mary and Tony Ineson

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Memorial Events
for Roy BRIDGMAN

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30

Funeral service

2:00 p.m.

Westpark Chapel

467 Wairakei Road, Burnside, Canterbury

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467 Wairakei Rd., PO Box 39001, Christchurch 8545 Burnside, Christchurch 8053