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Malcolm DOUGLASS Obituary
Malcolm died in Nelson on Friday, March 4, 2022, aged 90 years, after a long struggle with cancer. Dearly loved and loving husband of Judie for almost 65 years; loving father of Joanna and the late Nicky; beloved grandfather of Luke and Bridie, and great-grandfather of George and Casey. His energy and enthusiasm and boundless good humour were underpinned by the steadfast principles of his Quaker upbringing. Professionally he was recognised and admired throughout New Zealand for his work in traffic engineering and town planning, especially in Christchurch, where his efforts in preserving first the university buildings for the Arts Centre, and later the Theatre Royal, are a splendid legacy. In accordance with Malcolm's wishes, a private cremation has been held.
Memories and Condolences
for Malcolm DOUGLASS
8 Entries
Brian Palliser QSM
April 20, 2022
Farewell to a valued mentor and friend. RIP
Bill Greenwood
April 20, 2022
Malcolm was a friend and mentor who inspired me to pursue a Transportation Engineer and Urban Planner career.
He shaped Christchurch, both its urban frame and through the purchase of the Art Centre (Old University) from the Government.
A life well lived rest in peace Malcolm
Diana Shand
March 25, 2022
Having just learnt of this, I send my sympathy. Malcolm and Judy contributed in a major way to the community....Judy through her talents and energy in drama . Malcolm through his commitment to public life whether as leading the charge to save the Canterbury University from being demolished to make way for a car park for Christchurch tourists....!!! So came the wonderful Arts Centre and thank you Malcolm for that. He was involved in many more things, and whether as a volunteer or through his profession...and even became the first CEO of the Canterbury Regional Council... So a multi faceted contribution to the community throughout his life.. A full, energetic and rich life.
Oscar Alpers
March 15, 2022
The Totara has fallen in the forest of Tane.
Malcolm's tireless work for the people and heritage of Christchurch has been an inspiration and an example to us all, we will remember his achievements long after his passing.
Tanyushka Nicoresti-Goode ( Nush)
March 14, 2022
Sending you all so much love . I have wonderful memories of spending time with you all at your Christchurch houses as a young one and meeting up with you many years later when mummy and I came to see you. Xoxo
John Bateman
March 14, 2022
Malcolm was such a nice person to have known and worked with during his time with the Theatre Royal.He worked those long hours along with us all as Friends Of The Theatre Royal.To end up saving the Theatre was a great memorial to him.
We remember him with fondness.
John & Rose Bateman
Lois Short
March 13, 2022
To Judie and Joanna, Sorry to learn of Malcolm's passing. I remember his tireless work to save the Theatre Royal. Please accept my sincere sympathy. Lois Short.
Elizabeth Braggins
March 13, 2022
Dear Joanna, please accept my sincere condolences. I just read about your fathers death in the Court news. I hope you are alright. Lots of love from Liz xxx
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