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Edward OPENSHAW Obituary
(John, Nui, Opey):
Of Foxton Beach (formerly of Halcombe). On September 21st, 2018, aged 77 years, at Palmerston North Hospital. At peace after a short illness. Dearly loved husband of the late Patricia (Trish, Pat) (nee Barry). Much loved father and father-in-law of Trudy and Grant Lawton, Karen and Tony Swenson, Gaye and Steve Openshaw-Clark and Poppa John to Jakob. Loved brother and brother-in-law of Fred and Dinks (deceased), Symen (deceased) and Sue, Louisa and Bruce Craig, Esme and Sid Martin, Jim and Dereley Barry, Rob and Patsy Barry. John will be farewelled at William Cotton & Sons Funeral Chapel, 29 Beattie St, Feilding, on Wednesday, September 26th, 2018, at 1.00pm. Cremation to follow at 3.30pm, at the Kelvin Grove Crematorium, James Line, Palmerston North. Donations in lieu of flowers to the Foxton Beach Senior Citizens Association, can be left at the service.
Memories and Condolences
for Edward OPENSHAW
12 Entries
Sue King
September 27, 2018
Sorry to hear about John's passing - Trish's family were great friends of my family in Mt Biggs. Kind regards Sue King nee Lobb
Helen Worboys
September 27, 2018
Our thoughts and prayers are with you all at this sad time
Alaina Gronn
September 25, 2018
John you will be so sadly missed at the Beach. I am so sad that won't be able to go looking for you on ANZAC DAY next year, your hug on those days was so comforting. Thank you Opey for being a cheerful support in my life be it all to brief. I am so grateful you got to live and love life at Foxton Beach. May you have an eternity of books to read to keep you inspired and Sunshine to warm your Soul. My thoughts to family and friends as you navigate the waves of grief.
Bernard Lilburn
September 25, 2018
To the Openshaw family; my sincerest condolences. Opie was a legend! A great mentor when I was a young fulla joining the stock transport industry, even though I didn't copy him by wearing the japanese jandal safety boots! He was a real character and will be missed by many.
Stuart and Claudette McClenaghan are away overseas and wish me to pass on their thoughts to you all also.
Valerie & Bryan Prince
September 25, 2018
Deepest sympathy to you all. It is so hard to part with someone you love.
Belinda Stone
September 24, 2018
We will miss seeing you over the back fence John. Can't believe I won't see you in your kitchen window. Thanks for the beer when I mowed the lawns. Miss you - Belinda, Tony and Lachie Mulder.
Robyn Manley
September 24, 2018
To the family of John Openshaw it is with heart felt condolence on the passing of your father, father-in-law and grandfather.
Robyn,Paul & Glenn Manley.
Eddie Nightingalr
September 24, 2018
You will be saddly missed at the Foxton R.S.A. R.I.P. my friend
Brendon Malanaphy
September 24, 2018
Rest easy my old mate, though it has been many years I still value your friendship all those years ago, you were an incredible mentor to me and a consummate professional at your craft. The transport industry is a lesser place without you. Go well Opie.To Gaye and Trudy and the rest of the Openshaw family our thoughts are with you.
Alison Short - Halcombe
September 24, 2018
Dear Trudy, Karen & Gaye. Very saddened to hear that you have now lost your dear Dad as well. I know you will all reflect on his life over the years and all the memories you share. Please know that the Halcombe community are thinking of you and offering you our condolences.
Elaine & Iain Hickey
September 24, 2018
Rest in peace John. You were a great friend to us. We will miss you so much.
Jacqui Hornby
September 24, 2018
Rest In Peace John you will be sadly missed at senior Citz, your happy disposition and banter was looked forward to every week.
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