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Lionel CLARK Obituary

Dad passed away peacefully at home in Blenheim on Tuesday, 9th December 2025; aged 97 years. Cherished husband of the late Lesley. Loving and treasured Dad of Donald and Christine, Andrew (dec) and Robyn. Loved Grandad of Philippa and Guy, and Great-Grandad of Sophie, Poppy, Jasper and Juliette. Dearly loved big brother of Yvonne Wright. Loved uncle to Sarah, Claire, Deborah, Catherine, Stewart, Alison, Nigel and Julian. Grandad KC to Megan, Chris, Andy and Bertie. Messages for the Clark family may be sent to c/- Sowman's Funerals, PO Box 110, Blenheim 7240. In lieu of flowers, a donation to the Marlborough Hospice Trust: 06-0601-0148609-00 Ref: Clark, would be appreciated.

A memorial service for Keith will be held at Sowman's Mayfield Chapel on Friday, December 19 at 1:00pm. The service will be livestreamed and will be available through the Sowman's website: www.sowmans.co.nz/upcoming-funerals.


Published by Manawatu Standard on Dec. 13, 2025.

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Keith Joblin

December 23, 2025

I am so sad to hear that. I met Keith and Lesley at around 1980 when they joined the Native Forest Action Council as activists to help save NZs remaining Lowland Forests from logging. They both were stalwarts and a source of ideas and support including donations and time. Lovely pair who left their mark on many of us. Lives well lived. God speed.

Nicola Shaw

December 20, 2025

Condolences to your family, I have fond memories of visiting Keith and Leslie's home in Surrey Crescent when I was a child. An end of an era x

Lingston

December 19, 2025

My dearest Keith, so sad to hear your passing. You and Lesley are my wife, Tham, god parents for more than 40 years. We had many cherish moments together. You all visited us in Singapore in several occasions. Lesley and you attended my daughter´s convocation, Lesley specially flew from NZ to attend our wedding.
You and I had a good conversation in late Nov and you were so cheerful and positive that you are living everyday to the fullest. I am so sad that you left us forever. May you RIP with Lesley in heaven.

Dale Weston

December 14, 2025

Met Keith through his sister Yvonne in Palmerston North. Thinking of you at this time.

Alison Cull

December 14, 2025

To Donald and family. Sad to hear of Keith's passing. Keith was home where he wanted to be. As a family we will miss him

Janet hogan (hood)

December 13, 2025

Many happy memories of Keith and Lesley from Kahutara
Condolences to Donald and families

Gus

December 13, 2025

That was a good innings my well remembered and well respected colleague of many years. Well played, so close to a ton but so it goes.

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