WHITLEY, Chris (Christoper John)

6/2/40 - 26/2/24'Coach Extraordinaire'It is with great sorrow we advise the unexpected, but peaceful passing, with his daughter by his side and his adored wife close by.Respected mentor, esteemed friend and highly valued member of the NZ Cycling fraternity.As per family wishes Chris was cremated privately in Whangarei, with a memorial to honour his life to follow in Auckland at a luncheon on Wednesday March 20th.All enquiries please contact Paul Sumich Ph 021 606 460.Any communications to Jan may be made C/o Kamo Home and Village,31 Ford Avenue, Whangarei 0112.'He will be sadly missed, forever in our hearts'

Whitley, Chris(Christopher John)Much loved father of Beverley.Grandfather of Naryan.Great grandfather of Herangi.Much respected friend of first wife Kareen (Kay) and the late Bryan Woods.'Mt the road rise up to meet you, may the wind always be at your back"