Denis Robinson
Taupo Bay Fire Brigade advises of the passing of Denis Robinson on 9 September 2022. Denis was a member of Taupo Bay Fire Brigade since 19 April 2000 and Rural Controller from 2010 to 2015. His funeral was held on 12 September 2022.
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Matthew (Matt) Wilkie
Feilding Volunteer Fire Brigade advises of the passing of Matthew (Matt) Wilkie on Saturday 10 September. Matt was a serving member of the Feilding Volunteer Fire Brigade from 4 July 2019 until his passing. A private ceremony will be held to celebrate Matt's life.
Donald Hallett
Te Awamutu Volunteer Fire Brigade advises of the passing of Donald (Don) Leslie Hallett QFSM, ex UFBA President, ex Chief Fire Officer Te Awamutu, on 6 September 2022. Don served in the Te Awamutu Volunteer Fire Brigade from 1956 until 1987.
William (Bill) Cranson
Paraparaumu Fire Brigade advises of the passing of LHM William (Bill) Cranson QSM on 4 September 2022.
Bill's funeral service will be held at Southwards, Otaihanga Road, Paraparaumu, at 2. 00pm on Thursday, 8 September, followed by a private cremation.
Bill Purcell
Katikati Volunteer Fire Brigade advises of the passing of Life Honorary Member Bill Purcell on Sunday 4 September 2022. Bill was one of the founding members of the Katikati Volunteer Fire Brigade.
Lindis Courtney
Omarama Volunteer Fire Brigade advises of the passing of Lindis Courtney on Monday 15 August 2022. Lindis was a Firefighter and Secretary for the Omarama Volunteer Fire Brigade between 1966 to 1970. A service to celebrate Lindis' life has been held.
Reg Stokes
Temuka Volunteer Fire Brigade advises of the passing of former CFO Reg Stokes on Monday 29 August 2022. A service for Reg will be held at Galbraith Funeral Services, 26 King Street, Temuka, on Friday 2 September 2022 at 11:00am. Please wear full undress uniform, no caps.
Robert Lundy
Rangiora Volunteer Fire Brigade advises of the passing of Robert Lundy on Monday 22 August 2022. Robert was a Volunteer Firefighter, CFO and Life Member of the Rangiora Volunteer Fire Brigade, their flag will fly half-mast in honour of Robert. A private funeral was held for Robert.
Neville Jury
Kaitangata Volunteer Fire Brigade advises of the passing of former SSO Neville (Nev) Jury on Sunday 21 August. Neville's funeral will be held at the Kaitangata Worship Centre, Exmouth Street, Kaitangata, on Friday 26 August at 1. 30pm. Please wear full undress uniform, including cap and medals.
Mike Milne
Gisborne Fire Station advise of the passing of former Brown Watch SSO Mike Milne. Mike served 42 yrs in the Fire Service before retiring in 2017. A private ceremony will be held by the family followed by a celebration of his time at Gisborne Station.