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Brian Horace WATT

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Manawatu, Manawatu-Wanganui

Brian WATT Obituary

Passed away peacefully on Monday 25 August 2025, aged 87 years. Adored husband of Shirley. Beloved father and father-in-law of Derek and Maria, Peter and Pene, Penny and Rob. Cherished grandfather of James, Callum, Charlotte, and Lilli-Rose. Loved brother of Peggy, and Marlene, and a friend to many. In accordance with Brian's wishes, a small private family farewell will be held. A celebration of Brian's life will follow later, where all who knew and loved him will be warmly welcomed.

'A true gentleman, remembered by all.'


Published by Manawatu Standard on Aug. 27, 2025.

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Jeanne Purdy

Yesterday

I was sad to hear of Brian's passing. Will always remember the huge support he was to me when Don passed away some five years now. My sincerest condolences to Shirley and family.

Buster Curson

Yesterday

A life so well lived and shared. Brians gift to so many has been the way he has included others and encouraged participation. With fond memories and tremendous respect - Buster Curson

Chris and Jenny Blair

Yesterday

Brian was our business neighbour in Rangitikei St. He was always a gentleman to deal with. Brian made a real contribution to the commercial life of our city. Condolences to the Watt family

Elizabeth Morton

Yesterday

Condolences to the family. Brian was my boss when I worked at Leader & Watt in the 1970's

Brian pinker

Yesterday

May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.

Kevin Wall

Yesterday

See you later Brian. Thanks for your friendship over many, many years, mainly via Lions Clubs NZ and LMLCCT. Your support and guidance with the NZ Liver Transplant Trust was huge and not forgotten. Condolences to Shirley and all your extenddd family.
Kevin & Linda Wall, Wanaka.

Dave and Pip Thompson

August 27, 2025

Pip and I were so sad to hear about Brian's passing. My time and lessons learnt at Leader and Watt I will always have. I will be forever grateful for those memories and support Brian gave us. Our thoughts are with all of you.

PDG Lynette Stewart

August 27, 2025

Condolences to all the family, I met Brian through lions. A nice man.

Pam and Bob Harper

August 27, 2025

Pam and Bob wish to send our condolences to you Shirley, and your family.
Brian was a step or two above average. He will be missed in so many ways. His family and many other ventures.
RIP Brian

Michael Abbey

August 27, 2025

I am very sorry to hear this, my condolences to you Shirley and your family. It is great sadness to have a loved one to pass and the days, weeks, months, will be hard as we miss them dearly but time will heal and as long the memory and your thoughts of the good times are kept. Brian will always be part of you in your heart and thoughts. l hope friends and family help you Shirley. Rest in peace Brian.
Lots of love
Michael Abbey

Dick Morgan

August 27, 2025

To Brian's family, I was very sorry to learn of Brian's passing. I remember him as a member of Lodge Pakama in the 70s, and my father(Don) had a lot to do with Brian after being employed by him at Leader and Watt. Treasure the memories. Rest in Peace Brian

Robert Strong

August 27, 2025

Rest in peace Brian. Remember You through Middle Districts Lions Club all those years ago.

Jenny Baker

August 27, 2025

Sincere and loving thoughts from cousins Jeanette Baker & Jill Woods (nee Coutts)

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