Deaths

FLEURY

Sep 15 2023 Updated September 15, 2023

Gisborne Herald

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FLEURY, David James. 22.1.1947 - 12.9.2023. After fighting a long battle, passed away peacefully, surrounded by his loving whanau. Beloved husband of Lillian. Loved father and father-in-law of Angela and Craig, Shane and Sophie, Adrian and Jocelyn, and adored Pop to Toni and Dayne, Kyle and Rachel, Reegan, Lily and Ava. Much-loved Pop to Emily (Magoo), and Poppie to Isaac and Baby Button. The funeral service will be held in Evans Chapel, Ormond Rd at 11am on Saturday 16th September, followed by private cremation. The service will be livestreamed and can be viewed on www.evans funeral.co.nz - Evans Funeral Services Ltd FDANZ www.evansfuneral.co.nz

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