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Philip VENNELL

Philip William VENNELL

Philip VENNELL Obituary

Died peacefully at Woodlands, Feilding, in the presence of family, on 2nd October 2025, aged 95 years. Dearly loved husband for 67 years of Oriel. Loved father and father-in-law of Janne and Geoff Taylor (Oamaru), Andrea and Murray Duncan (Gore), Pip and Stu Stalker (Taihape), Justin and Mary Vennell (Rewa). And dearly loved Papa of his 10 grandchildren and 12 great-grandchildren. A memorial service will be held for Phil on Saturday 11th October 2025, at St Andrews Presbyterian Church, Hunterville, at 2.00pm.


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Published by Manawatu Standard on Oct. 8, 2025.

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Jenny Short

October 13, 2025

My thoughts and deepest sympathy Oriel to you and your family. Wonderful memories from our Rewa and Waituna days. Jenny Short

Roger Bird

October 12, 2025

Our thoughts are with you all at this time.

Kathryn and Philson

October 12, 2025

Sincere condolences to you all as you farewell a beloved husband and father. Many memories come back at such times, and the years between now seem insignificant. Ours are mainly tied in with the Hunterville Church and we were sorry not to be there for the funeral. Love from us both.

Dave and Gaye Scott

October 11, 2025

Condolences to all of you sorry we could not be there to send Uncle Phil on his way. Much love Dave and Gaye Scott

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The Harrison´s

October 11, 2025

Our heartfelt condolences to Justin, Mary, and family on the passing of Justin´s dear father. Thinking of you all during this time. To Oriel, may the love and memories shared with Phil over 67 beautiful years bring you comfort and peace. We have fond memories of Phil at Foxton Beach - with love, Judi, Murray, and Josh

Bev Herridge

October 10, 2025

My condolences to you Oriel and your family. I fondly remember schooldays with you Oriel, and my stay on the farm at Rewa. Phil was a good man. Bev Herridge (Lewis)

Anne Tylee

October 9, 2025

I am sorry that I cannot attend the service for Phil, but send condolences to you all as memories of Phil keep coming to mind. His smile and cheery demeanour were always present, and he always had time for a chat.
Please accept our deepest sympathy.

Stu & Michelle Pearce

October 9, 2025

Heartfelt condolences to Justin and Mary and family on the passing of your father. Our thoughts are with you at this time.
Stu and Michelle

Rosalie Hunter

October 8, 2025

To the Vennell family my sincere sympathies in the sad loss of Phil. Rosalie and the late Brian Hunter
Please accept

Bernard Lilburn

October 8, 2025

Thoughts and sympathies are with you Oriel and family with Phil´s passing. A good innings. .
Bernard and Sharon Lilburn.

Marg Gilbert

October 8, 2025

Sorry to read this and our condolences to you all. What a life well lived. Many good memories of our Rewa days.
Marg and Kevin Gilbert

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