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Gordon GRAY Obituary

GRAY,
Gordon Ralph (Gordie):
Passed away on Sunday 5th March 2023 after a long illness in Palmerston North, aged 82. Loved husband of the late Lorraine Gray (nee Mochan). Father of Jacqui-lee, Brendon and Gaylene. Grandfather of Jolene, Hamish, Matthew, Tayla and Patrick. Loved Great-grandad of 5 great-grandchildren. A service for Gordie will be held in the Terracehaven Chapel, 697 Main Street, Palmerston North, on Friday 10th March 2023 at 1.30pm. Messages to the Gray family, c/- PO Box 5191, Terrace End, Palmerston North 4441.

Published by Manawatu Standard on Mar. 7, 2023.

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Michael Ward

March 19, 2023

RIP Gordy,, Special and dear friend of the family , A true champion will be missed. Thanks for the memories

barry baker

March 18, 2023

rest in peace big fella

Jimmy Brennan

March 14, 2023

Rest In Peace Big Fella.
I remember Gordon well when playing against COB and social cricket during the summer.No mean sportsman that boy.
My condolences to his family.
Jimmy Brennan.

Gary Robinson

March 10, 2023

Sorry to hear of Gordons passing condolences to the family. Gary an Lynn Robinson.

Diane Jackson

March 9, 2023

Sad to hear of Gordans passing. Glad that he is reunited with Lorraine. RIP

Judy and Colin Watkins

March 9, 2023

So sad to hear of a good mate Gordon´s passing. We were happy to celebrate his 80th birthday with him and family. Colin has great memories of the many COB rugby matches playing alongside him at lock. We are sorry we are unable to attend Gordon´s funeral as we are having to go up to the Coromandel. Judy and Colin Watkins

dean battersby

March 9, 2023

RIP Gordie hope you can improve my golf swing again.
We will have a swing for you Thursday Mate.
Batts.

Valerie May Shipton

March 7, 2023

I'm so sad to hear of your passing Gordon. RIP My Friend. I send my Condolences to your lovely family. I remember when you and Lorraine started dating, and the time you chose to jump there hedge instead of going down to the gate, and broke your leg. That special time you and Lorraine took Gaylene and l as 13 year old's, in you Morris Minor car to Napier for our school holidays. Arthur and l attended your Wedding. Ton's of wonderful memories with you all. Love to the family, from Valerie Shipton (Gilmour)

Henry and Marlene Wilton, Feilding

March 7, 2023

To the Gray family. So sad to hear of Gordon's passing. A real legend of College Old Boys Rugby. Gordon along with other players of that era set the standard for future teams.

John and Sharon Burns

March 7, 2023

Sorry for your loss, had some wonderful times playing Rugby at COB and cricket . RIP Sharon and john Burns.Brisbane.

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