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John McKENZIE Obituary

Peacefully at Hospice South Canterbury, on May 20, 2025; aged 82 years. So dearly loved husband and best mate of Dot. Loved and respected father and father-in-law of Leslie and Linda, Brent and Marrianne. Loved and respected step dad of Dee, Fern, Jay, Ryan, and their families. Loved Grandad "Bee Dad" of Keryn, Mark; Caitlin, Kyle and Cameron. Loved Granddad Gavin of his 10 grandchildren and his 7 great-granddaughters. A memorial service to celebrate Gavin's life will be held at Aoraki Funeral Services Chapel Waimate, 11 John Street, Waimate, on Friday, May 23, 2025 at 2.00pm. In lieu of flowers, donations to the Cancer Society would be appreciated and may be left at the service. Messages to: the McKenzie family, 11 Town Belt, Waimate 7924.


Published by Timaru Herald on May 21, 2025.

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Jacky & Graham Keen

June 26, 2025

Our condolences to Dot and family on the passing of Gavin. Sadly we did not know as were in the North Island over that time. A really good nice neighbour who will be missed. Rest in Peace Gavin.

Caitlyn McKenzie

June 17, 2025

Sending love to Dot and all others. May you rest in peace pop. Much love from your granddaughter Caitlyn. And three of your great granddaughters Rosalee, Scarlett and Payton and your great grandson Chad

Sue OShea

May 27, 2025

Gavin was associated with the Winslade family iin Kelso over a long period of time, firstly with beekeeping and secondly as a loyal friend . I know he will be sadly missed by many friends and his family . Sending our deepest sympathy.
Sue OShea, ( Winslade).

Peter Lyttle

May 23, 2025

Gavin was a great ideas man. I always enjoyed our conversations going back to when he and Milton started McKenzie Bee Lines to when he came back to South Canterbury and was playing with a few hives again. Condolences to family and friends.

Andrae Gold

May 22, 2025

Our condolences Dot and apologies for not being able to attend. A much loved man, that will be greatly missed. Our thoughts are with you all. Andrae & Rob. Elizabeth Gold (Kelso)

Susan Thomassen

May 22, 2025

Gavin was the type of neighbour one could ask to borrow a tool from, or to cut a piece of wood for you, always with a smile. Kindest regards Dot. Sue Thomassen

Bill Hewson

May 21, 2025

A life well lived and lived well. We have so many happy family memories, especially when you had to tow our car out, after my Mum parked it deep into the hedge at Bathgates road !! Rest in Peace Gavin. Love to all family and friends. From Bill and Gill Hewson - Seabird Coast, Kaiaua.

Ken Buckingham

May 21, 2025

I really enjoyed Gavin's company, his conversation and wisdom, he will be missed.

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Memorial Events
for John McKENZIE

May

23

Memorial service

2:00 p.m.

Aoraki Funeral Services Chapel

11 John Street, Waimate, Canterbury

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