Brett DOOLEY Obituary

Really sorry to hear about this Ann and family - it came as a shock. Brett was always so generous with his time, especially through what he gave to the swimming community.

Hi Ann and boys, we are so sorry to hear that Brett has passed away, thinking of you all.
Peter and Marie Whitburn

DOOLEY, Brett Anthony:
Aged 61 years, on Sunday, August 8, 2021. Beloved son of the late Joyce and Tom Dooley, loved brother and brother-in-law of Janet L.E. Dooley and husband Michael, and Ross T. Dooley and wife Megan, and loved uncle to Sara, George, and Alexander Dooley. Rest In Peace

Brett, You were the first cousin from New Zealand I met, and from that time I knew it wouldn't be the last. Since then we'd meet on a few occassions and I would go on to meet Ann, your lovely sons Kendall and Ashton, your brother Ross and Megan and their lovely family. And also delighted to meet your extended family the Clarke's in Timaru. These were times I'll cherish and hope to one day revisit. From one side of the world to the other there are family bonds that are there to be held dear. Live for today tomorrow isn't guaranteed for anyone. RIP Brett GBNF

Brett you were a lovely, kind person and a well loved cousin / nephew. We are sad to think you have been taken from our lives far too early!
Our love and condolences go to Ann, Kendall and Ashton.
RIP Brett YNWA / GBNF ❤
Margaret, Alistair and Aunt Kathleen

So many happy school memories, fun times shared, you were the first boy I ever went out to town with on a Friday night and held hands with. I can still remember so well the first solo you sang at Waimataitai School in front of us all and visiting guests. We were all totally blown away. Rest easy Brett and heartfelt condolences to your many loved ones. Thank you for the happy memories.

For my dear cousin Brett


Cousin to cousin is a special thing

A connection to all our family it brings

Cousins are all from the same family tree

Our roots as one, was all we knew our lives to be



Cousins are ready made friends from a young age

Memories of family gatherings, celebrations and outings on each page

Remembering the things we did together as kids

Puts a smile on my face, a group of grandkids



Cousins are childhood playmates and as we grew up

The familiar stories and memories kept us in touch

Cousins make many memories throughout childhood days

Remembering the good times from a young age



I am blessed you were my cousin and part of my life

Your smile warmed hearts, your eyes shined bright

By blood we were cousins, through hearts we were friends

My love for you has no end



I remember the good times and fun we shared

Remembered now through a veil of tears

With love from Lyndsay xoxo

Brett Anthony Dooley 20-8-1959 8-8-2021

Loved grandson of the late Linda and the late Tom Robson. Dearly loved nephew of the late Greta (née Robson) and the late Roy Clarke, Max and Val Robson, Rachel (née Robson) and the late Al Cooper, the late John and the late Noeline Robson. Dearly loved cousin and friend of Sharron Hadler, Lyndsay Clarke, Bruce Clarke and Ian Clarke; Lyn Milne, Barry Robson and Nicola Robson-Cabout; Julie Evans, Diane Cooper and Craig Cooper. Taken far too soon. We remember and treasure all the happy family gatherings and fun parties we shared throughout the years. You will always be with us, deep inside our hearts. Forever loved and sadly missed xoxo

My heart felt sympathy to you Anne and your family. I have fond memories of my time at N Z Post under Brett's leadership. He will be missed by those who knew him well. Kindest regards Dave Morris

My sincere condolences to you Ann and your boys. Brett was a good bloke taken way too soon. Take care,

Deepest sympathy Ann, Kendall and Ashton,thinking of you all at this sad time, Bev Anderson

A guy who loved to laugh and loved to make others laugh. A pretty cool mover on the dance floor too as I recall. Plenty of great memories of Brett's time in the Hutt Valley. A really lovely bloke, gone far too soon. He will be missed.

We are so sad to learn of Bretts passing. We both had the privilege of working with Brett ,a brilliant wonderful man who had so much to give and taken far to early.Our heart felt sympathy to Ann and family.
Russell and Fern Pedley

Very saddenrd to learn of Bretts passing.Had some fun times when working together. Irv Parish