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Gary GABITES Obituary

Passed away peacefully at The Croft, Timaru, on December 20, 2025; aged 75. Dearly loved father of Jason, Kirsten, and Michelle. Loved by his grandchildren Kimberley, Hayden, Renee, Connor, Samarah, and Harper. Loved brother and brother-in-law of Cathryn, Geoffrey and Shelley, Ross and Pauline, Calvin and Judy, Mark and Cathy. Gary's family would like to express their gratitude to the staff at The Croft for their care and support of Gary. In accordance with Gary's wishes a private family farewell will take place. A celebration of Gary's life will be held in late January, details to be advised. Messages to: The Gabites Family, 4a Stenhouse Drive, Timaru 7910.


Published by Timaru Herald on Dec. 22, 2025.

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Lindsay Coulter

January 2, 2026

Sad to learn of Garry´s passing. I have fond memories of working with Gary many years ago. He was a good guy.

Glenys Welsh

December 29, 2025

We were sad to hear of the passing of Gary. Thinking of you all at this sad time.
Glenys & Bruce Welsh

Corey

December 23, 2025

Rest easy Gary, I'm sure you and Vick are having a beer watching over ya families.
Was great to see the dB pour you a beer the other day in remembrance.

Kathy Robertson

December 23, 2025

Our deepest condolences on the sad passing of Gary. Thinking of you all at this sad time. Gary was such a happy cheerful person
Kathy & Peter Robertson

Ross Sinclair

December 23, 2025

Fondly remembered as a supporter and player at Gleniti Golf
Condolences to the Gabites families

Colleen & Murray Roberts

December 22, 2025

So very sad to learn of a good mate to me and many others, passing away. Gary was a very good rugby player and an equally good golfer. So glad you got to see the new Fraser Park in October - which you were so impressed with. To all the Gabites families, please accept our sincere condolences. RIP Gary.

Peter and Jane Race

December 22, 2025

To the Gabites family our deepest condolences on the passing of of Gary a great Star Rugby club fullback in his day.Had some great times with Gary and Vicki down at the Creek Hotel and later at the D B Tavern enjoyed their company may you rest in peace Gary

David Laurenson

December 22, 2025

To the Gabites family :
It is with a sad heart that we pass on our utmost condolences and sympathy to you all. Gary was a natural sportsman, you name it he could do it. Played so many rugby matches with him from schoolboy, grades, then Senior. No,one was more exciting to watch, a rare, gifted anticipation of when to strike. On behalf of the 68' Star "Bob's Boys" reunion team we offer our respect in his memory and it was so good to have him in attendance, one of fellowship and being able to talk of old times. A genuine GB RIP

Phillip & Evelyn Lawrence

December 22, 2025

sad to hear of Gary's passing, he can now rest easy. Evy & Phill lawrence.

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