Passed away peacefully surrounded by his loving family at home in Methven on 20th November 2025 after a long hard fought battle. Much loved son of William (Bill) Collis Talbot (dec) and Mary Lorraine Talbot (dec) Christchurch, caring and protective brother to Hilary Talbot (Christchurch). Much devoted and forever loving husband of 54 years to his cherished Christine, exceptional tower of a father and father in law to Lisa & Julian (Blenheim) Mandy and Geoff (Methven) and Paul & Manu (Leeston). Legend Grandad (G’dawg) to Jacob, Sam and Riley (Blenheim) Ashleigh and Chris (Christchurch) Holly and Tee (Australia) and Betty (Leeston). Unwavering brother in law to Gordon and Rachel (Ashburton) and Shirley and Bruce (Timaru). Messages to the Talbot family, P O Box 472, Ashburton 7740. We would like to thank the caring unwavering support and guidance of the Methven medical team and community Pallative care teams. A private burial for Martin and Christine will be held. We invite you to a Celebration of their lives at the Mt Hutt Memorial Hall, Main Street, Methven on Friday 5th December commencing at 10.00am.
