Douglas DRYSDALE Obituary

Hi Suzanne, I was saddened to hear about Doug's passing. I only just become aware of this news on Monday night at dancing. Jenny Judd

Dear Sue, Very sorry to hear of Doug´s passing. We have happy memories of you both at Urapukapuka Island, and think of you every time we use the cool coasters you sent us. Thinking of you. Much Love Joanne and Mike Harrison.

Sorry to hear of Doug's passing. Thinking of you Suzanne and the family at this sad time, with love Michele

So sad to hear Doug´s passing. Many wonderful years growing up doing Scottish country dancing and dancing in the demonstration team with Doug.Sending love and deepest condolences to you and the family Sue.

I remember Doug. He was in both of my classes at Ross Intermediate, 1965 & 1966.

Please accept our condolences on Doug's passing. Martin and Janet Hunt

Very sad to hear that Doug has gone. He was a loved relief teacher at Aokautere School in recent years and always brought good stories to our staffroom.

Very fond memories of Doug the Scottish Country Dancer, and
of many happy dancing hours shared with Doug and Suzanne.
Farewell, Doug - Auld lang syne.

Alison Trotter

So very sorry to hear this news. I worked alongside Doug at Bunnythorpe School. He always had my back and was incredibly supportive both with challenges at school and life. He really cared about the children and all of the staff. He will definitely be missed. Sending lots of love to Suzanne and family.

Sue and family, so sorry to read of Doug´s passing, our thoughts are with you at this sad and difficult time. Great memories of our trips in our Taihape district teaching days.
Marilyn Grant and family

Sincere condolences to Doug´s family. He was a wonderful helpful PhD student and we shared a lot of laughs during his time at Massey.

Sending special thoughts to you Sue and family. Doug was a great colleague for so many years. You two were such a wonderful `team ` together.
Shona Oliver

Sue, Scott, Craig, Blair and families we were so sorry to hear Doug had passed away. Our thoughts are with you at this very sad time.

Mr Drysdale was my favorite teacher at Pahiatua Primary School. Such fond memories of a cool man.
RIP Mr D.

Sue and family, my thoughts are with you at this sad time.
I have fond memories of Doug at the Wednesday night Woodturning group.
Rest in Peace Doug.

Sorry to hear of Doug´s passing. My husband, Ian Johnston, had great respect for him whilst Ian was caretaker at Bunnythorpe school.
Elayne Johnston

Sue I am so sorry to read the sad news - I have fond memories of my early teaching days with Doug as my senior teacher. I am thankful that I was able to walk down memory lane with Doug recently for one last time!

So sorry to hear this sad news. I had a lot of time for Doug. He was a very supportive colleague . Thinking of you Sue. Can only imagine your heartache.
May he rest in peace.

Doug was the kindest and most thoughtful person. I will miss him signing into work and always asking "how is Jo today?". I will miss him so much but I am so glad I knew him and he is a part of my heart forever.

Our deepest sympathy to you Sue and whanau at this very sad time, as you mourn Doug's passing. He was a supportive colleague and passionate educator. Arohanui, Glenys and Pete Murphy

Sorry to hear of Dougs passing.
Our deepest sympathy to you all
Robert & Jenny Brookes & Kagan

So sorry to hear of Dougs passing. I have many great memories of Doug at Bunnythorpe school when I was on the BOT. His very kind calm manner and I learnt a lot from him. My thoughts are with Sue and their family at this time. Rest easy Doug

Our thoughts and deepest sympathies are with your family during this tough time.
Kate, Russell, Ava and Gus.

My thoughts are with you all at this time. Such a great man. Many great memories at Linton School of him as my teacher.

Such a wonderful husband, father,father in law, grandad, who will be so greatly missed by all. All our love to Sue, and family. Love always Dale and Jeremy

A good man. A widely respected teacher and educator. Our respects and deepest condolences to Sue and family.

Suzanne and family, my condolences on your loss.

Stephen sorry to hear of Doug's passing. My thoughts are with you all at this sad time.
Kathy Smith
Ashhurst