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Edward James "Ted" MEADS

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William Cotton & Sons

29 Beattie Street

Manawatu, Manawatu-Wanganui

Edward MEADS Obituary

Passed away peacefully at Palmerston North Hospital on Friday, 30 January 2026, aged 79 years. Loved partner of Noreen. Beloved father of Michelle and Garth, Ross and Philippa, Meredith and Benjamin. Cherished step-father of Renee, and Ricky. Amazing Grandad of Megan, Dave, Shand, Carla, Jedson, Mary, and Elia. Wonderful great-grandad of Lily, Olivia, Stanley, Alba, Bryan, and Brie. A service for Ted will be held on Saturday, 7 February 2026, at 11.30am at William Cotton Funeral Chapel, 29 Beattie Street, Feilding. For those unable to attend, the service will be live streamed at www.williamcotton.co.nz/tributes.


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Published by Manawatu Standard on Feb. 4, 2026.

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Doug carrick

February 9, 2026

Condolence to the family
Worked with ted in barry shearing gang great guy

Nicolle

February 9, 2026

Even though we did not know him personally, this loss deeply touches us.

Our thoughts are with Noreen and all who are mourning Ted.

We sincerely wish strength, comfort, and loving memories during this difficult time.

Nicolle with Thomas and Emmylou

Barb Charleton

February 7, 2026

Condolences to Ted's family , Jean and Tom
Our thoughts are with you. May your lovely memories help ease your pain.
From the family of Les Bielski

Adrian and jackie coombe

February 7, 2026

Sorry for your loss lots of love

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Felicity McKay

February 6, 2026

Noreen you are in my thoughts at this very sad time. Kia kaha.

Helen and jimmy

February 4, 2026

Deepest sympathy to my sister Noreen, and condolences to all of Ted's family. Love Helen and jimmy in the U.K.

Bill Madsen

February 4, 2026

So sorry we couldn't come to say our goodbyes Ted. You have been a great friend and you are going to be missed in a big way in many areas. Thanks for all you have done for rugby. RIP my friend. Bill Madsen

Sherrill Baylis

February 4, 2026

He was a good neighbour to my mum.

Trevor and Dianne Cook

February 4, 2026

Our thoughts and prayers are with you.Condolences to Ted´s Whanau at this time of sorrow. Arohanui Cook whanau

Liz & Graham Kennedy

February 4, 2026

Dear Noreen, and family, please know we are thinking of you all at this sad time, Ted was a nice man, much Aroha & condolences. Moe Mai ra Ted
Liz & Graham Kennedy

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William Cotton & Sons

29 Beattie Street Feilding, Manawatu