Milton PEDLEY Obituary

I am so very sorry to hear about Milton's passing. He often crops up in my thoughts and wonder how he's getting on. I knew Milton to be a funny, generous and gregarious man with a deep sense of honour and fairness. My thoughts are with Jean and the rest of Milton's family. I still cannot believe that the last time I saw him was my last.

My bleated condolences to Jean and the Pedley family. Milton became very good friends to my late father Derek through Lodge and my mother Rose as a fellow Horowhenua Councillor. In later years I too counted Milton as a close friend and well remember the warm cheerful greetings you always gave. I last saw Milton and Jean in late November 2022 before I left for the UK. I was deeply saddened when I learned of your passing in early 2024. It was thanks to you Milton that I brought several Mercedes cars and joined the local Manawatu Mercedes Club. I always enjoyed our many chats and coffees we had discussing local government issues, Mercedes cars etc...

I am very sad to hear of Milton passing. I only met him last year when he came to Hokowhitu School to look at some archives for him and his sister. Milton was so lovely and talked away as I showed him around the school and he explained to me how it had changed. He had some fantastic stories. I have thought of him often since our encounter. My thoughts are with Milton's family.

Milton grew up on a farm just down the road from my family at Tokomaru. Being similar age to my older brothers he was often roped into their interests and activities. Cycle racing, boat racing on the Manawatu river, the band - for instance. Milton, his sister and parents were held in high regard by my family during those years. My condolences to Milton´s family.

When I first met Milton at the Coach House Museum he told me the story of how he stayed with my father's family on their farm as a child. It was great to meet someone who knew my father that long ago. Such a friendly person, Milton will be missed.

My condolences to you and your family over Miltons death. He was a long time family friend and someone who goes back a long time in my life. And l know you and Milton go back some decades as well. Hopefully you've got plenty of support from family and friends alike? Am thinking of you.
Regards, John Stevenson

My condolences Jean to you and your family for your loss of Milton, I enjoyed my time working with him an excellent person to work for

My condolences you Jean and your family for the loss of Milton I know he will be sadly missed, Jean you were a good friend of Tai's and if Tai was still here I know would have been in touch

Our deepest sympathy Jean and girls and families. Such great memories of Milton flood back-Tokomaru days and then Probus days and entertainment days. RIP Milton

Our deepest sympathy to you Jean and family.
Milton is remembered as a friendly, bright and cherry man.

Our condolences and deepest sympathy to the family in the passing of Milton.He was ex resident of the Tokomaru. Wonderful man and well respected and involvement in the both family and community associations.Very talented man. Dearly missed and never forgotten.My family and Tokomaru residents had wonderful memories and always be treasured.

I came to know Milton and Jean soon after the publication of a 2019 book in New Zealand. In the short time that I knew Milton, he impressed me with his tenacity, doggedness, honesty, and passion for what he believed was right. My contact with Milton was mostly by telephone and email with several Zoom sessions. Unfortunately, I was not able to travel to New Zealand in 2020 or 2021 to meet him in person due to circumstances beyond our control. Having a conversation with Milton was an occasion because of his cheerfulness and positivity. What became clear was his wholehearted commitment to life and all its possibilities, and he has certainly crammed a lot into a life well lived. Milton was a tonic to the spirit and I for one took it in full measure. Rest in peace Milton and thank you for the memories.

Dennis Morgan
Law Reform Advocate
Sydney, Australia

A wonderful man throughout his life... I remember as a little girl going to visit once so my darling Dad & Mr Pedley could have a music session once
Condolences on behalf of my Mother & myself.

My deepest sympathy to Jean and family what a great man love hearing about what he got up too. Me and dad love coming out to fix his tractors. Thinking of you at this sad time

Our deepest sympathy to the family of a farmer who could recognise a winning lamb

My deepest sympathy to Jean and Family on the passing of Milton. Lots of memories of Tokomaru Days.

Our deepest sympathy to all the family. Lynette and Tom O´Hagan.

A lovely man who shared his love of music with many including my Dad, Peter Monk. Our thoughts and prayers are with you Jean and family.

Have spent some lovely times as a young girl with Milton & Jean on the many trips our Mercedes Benz club visited over many years. I know my father (Harry Caliari) considered Milton as a true friend.
Condolences to the family,
Julie-Anne Caliari-Pearce

Our sincerest sympathy to Jean, Erin, Gillian and their families on the loss of Milton.
We have many memories of both family and community associations in Tokomaru, reaching back to childhood days as our parents were great friends.
From the Richfield Family

To Jean, Erin, Jill and families, sincere condolences on Milton's passing. Our thoughts are with you all xox. Julianne and Tim Olsen

To Mrs Pedley and Family
Please accept my sincere condolences. I knew Milton for many years in my role as a Valuer and Real Estate Agent, and for the last 6 years as Deputy Mayor. We had many good discussions over this time. We agreed on many things and could respectfully disagree on a few other things. Milton was always thoughtful, polite and presented his case in a considered manner. He was a character who we all liked and respected for speaking out on matters he believed were important. He did a lot over many years for our community.

I was so sorry to read of Milton´s passing, Jean. You are in our thoughts and hope that the memories of the lovely man he was and the support of your wonderful family will sustain you through this difficult time.

Milton was one of a kind. He fought for the underdog. He could do just about anything, played just about anything and knew just about everybody. He and Jean were our immediate neighbours in Tokomaru and our family had a long association with them. He will be missed by so many.

Jillian Cheer
(nee Woodd, ex Tokomaru General Store)

My sincere condolences to the family of Milton on his sad passing.

Milton will be remembered for his telling of story or two, as well as his delightful sense of humor. Milton was a member of the formerly Manawatu Savage Club now OnStage for 40 years . He performed on both piano and accordion and skits. He was a very loyal member and always helped you with the various jobs in the club. our sincere condolences to Jean and the Family. OnStage Manawatu

Milton will always be remembered as a man who was committed to his family, his community and his beliefs. He was someone that we all held a deep respect for.
RIP Milton
Our Condolences to all the family
Wayne and Arlene Dunn and families
Also on behalf of the late Willie and Nola Penn and families

So sorry to hear of Milton's passing

Sharon (computer signs)

Milton was a man of dignity, always courteous and willing to help. It was always a pleasure talking with Milton - his talents included an excellent sense of humour. It has been our privilege to have known him as a member of the Rebus Club of Palmerston North. We are greatly saddened by his passing and our deepest sympathy and thoughts are with Jean and family.

To Miltons Family sorry to read of his passing fond memories of visiting when we were children Susan miers and family

It is with great sadness to hear of Milton's passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with all at this sad time. We fondly remember Milton as a regular contributor to Council processes and will miss his very respectful but forthright manner.

Condolences to all the family.A well respected ex resident of Tokomaru who made his mark in many ways
From the members of another ex Tokomaru family
Esma Stevenson

Remembering Milton with his generous nature, always willing to help when needed, and his interesting stories, which would keep him talking forever, if you let him. Will miss your company. RIP. Manu Dajee

Always enjoyed catching up with Milton and Jean. Milton was so welcoming and chatty. He was always up beat and positive. He was easy to talk to and new things about the area, family history, a bit of trivia, a few stories.

We send our sincere sympathy to Milton´s family. Milton was a longtime friend and supporter and we enjoyed many lengthy conversations `sorting out our local world of politics´. Will be greatly missed. Ross and Janette Campbell

Milton was the patron of our Mercedes Benz Manawatu Club having been a member since 1974. He was always gracious and ever the gentleman. Milton brought positivity and we are thankful for his service to our Mercedes Club family.