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Roger McDONALD Obituary

Passed away peacefully on Thursday, September 25, 2025, aged 73 years. Loving Dad and father-in-law of: Tali and Wayne; Kyle and Mel; Holly and Chris; and Joel. Proud Grandfather of: Billy and Eliza; Kalym and Reid; and Lyla. Loved younger brother of: Fay, Ross (dec), Bruce (dec), and Malcolm. In line with Roger's wishes a private cremation has been held. A celebration of Roger's life will take place at Waihao Forks Hotel on Thursday, October 2, at 1.00pm. A big thanks to all the medical staff involved in his care. In lieu of flowers, please make a donation to the South Canterbury Hospice. Messages to 516 Upper Hook Road, RD8, Waimate 7978.


Published by Timaru Herald on Sep. 27, 2025.

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Miria an Kerry

October 2, 2025

Going to Miss You Roger.
Had Alot Of Good Laughs.
Time To Rest.xx

Jeanna Munro

October 1, 2025

You were such a fun uncle and left us with fantastic memories. We will miss you so much.

Ross Sinclair

September 30, 2025

Tali, Kyle and families
Very sad to hear the news of your Dad´s passing.
I´ll remember Roger as the brother in law with a wicked sense of humour, and a touch of wild card that people always gravitated to. He could light up a room, it feels a dimmer with his passing.
My condolences
RIP

Chris and Robyn Powell

September 30, 2025

Our sincere sympathy and thoughts to you all at this sad time.
We remember a friend from long ago.

Chris Robertson

September 28, 2025

Roger was undoubtedly my most colourful cousin.

Graham & Bev Couling

September 27, 2025

So fortunate to have known Roger for over 57yrs.He left my wife and I memories we will never forget.RIP mate

Deb Bain

September 27, 2025

A fun uncle with great jokes.

Sally Dickson

September 27, 2025

Farewell Roger. You will be missed and always fondly remembered at our annual McDonald shenanigans.

Dawn

September 27, 2025

Thinking of you all at this sad time,remember him well from school at Waimataitai.
Dawn O'Sullivan(Knowles)

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