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Trevor DALZELL Obituary

Aged 81 years, passed peacefully in the loving presence of family, on Sunday 9th November 2025 at Wellington Regional Hospital. A devoted father, husband, entertainer and friend to many, Trevor and Ruth proudly raised six children; Rodney, Steven, Michael, Jeffrey, Riki and Keri-Anne. He was a cherished Grandad/Poppa to Janessa, Holly, Jasmine, Charlie, Nathan, Samuel, Katelyn, Connor and Alyssa and Great-Grandad to Beau. A celebration of Trevor's life, will be held at William Cotton & Sons Chapel, 29 Beattie Street, Feilding, at 11.00am, on Monday 17th November 2025, followed by a private cremation. For those unable to attend, the service will be livestreamed here: www.williamcotton.co.nz/tributes In lieu of flowers, and in honour of Trevor, we encourage you to make a donation to Life Flight, whose amazing service was greatly appreciated: https://www.lifeflight.org.nz/donate-now/


Published by Manawatu Standard on Nov. 14, 2025.

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Allan Lun

November 17, 2025

My sympathy to Wendy and Trevor's extended families great memories back in the day with Feilding hockey and Dodgers Softball club he was our pitcher great asset being lefthanded also memories of the Cosmonauts Band and Sunday school at Seddon St.he will be sadly missed
Allan Lun

Debs George

November 16, 2025

Thinking of my Dear Aunty Wendy and cousins at this heartbreaking time, so sorry for your huge loss xxTrev sure was a great person, had lots of yarns to tell , just an all round great guy.Fly free uncle Trev.
Reon, Brent , Debs and Tracey (McLaren)

Albie and Janice Marshall

November 16, 2025

To all the family our condolences and thoughts on the passing of Trevor.
We listened to the Cleffs back in the good old days.
Also many memories working with Trevor in Wrightsons. He had time for everyone.

Neil L Rowland

November 16, 2025

Sincere condolences to Trev's family, extended family, and many friends and musical colleagues. Many an hour spent doing music together - great times.

Gail Torr

November 16, 2025

Sending my sympathy to Trevor's family on the loss of a great man.
Trevor was a distant cousin to my mother Leah Killick (nee Dalzell). Our family have so enjoyed years of tremendous music that he and the Clefs generously shared with hundreds of followers. Always remembered. Rest in Peace Trevor.
Gail Torr (nee Killick.)
Feilding.

Brian Dredge

November 15, 2025

Condolences to the family of Trevor. Always acknowledged us every time he saw us, whether it was in the supermarket or on the street. A great musician and leader of his band. I will always remember helping out on the drums for Trevor. I thoroughly enjoyed every minute of it. Trevor will be missed. Brian Dredge.

Bill and Trish Pawson

November 15, 2025

³On behalf of all the Feilding Hockey & Softball players of years gone bye, our thoughts are with the Dalzell family at this sad time.Trevor was a great player, friend and mentor to us all. Our thoughts are with you all.

Beth Greer

November 15, 2025

Trev and the Cleffs spread so much joy and entertainment. You'll be missed by so many friends and the wider community.

Tony and Anne Lockè

November 14, 2025

Trevor my friend you will be sadly missed having played music with you over the years. Our sincere condolences to the family. RIP mate....

Rob Hearn

November 14, 2025

My dear cous,
Will miss our chats each time we are over for a visit. You will be missed
Condolences to Ruth, Barb and families
Rob & Rhonda Hearn

Nancy Tawharu

November 14, 2025

Trevor lived across the road in Seddon st . He would come over and sit under my brother Allan Sutherlands bedroom window with his guitar. He soon came inside and played and listen to the music & the musos who came and jammed.Trevor was like another brother to me
. The clefs showband was formed by Alan & when Alan was perfoming with Jazzbo,Trevor.took over and has keep the Clefs going for so many wonderful years. RSP my friend.

Eunice Hughes

November 14, 2025

Our sincere condolences and big hugs to all the Dalzell family. We have a huge amount of fabulous memories shared with Trev who was one fantastic musician. We feel privileged to have shared many years as members of his band. R I P. Trev
Graeme and Eunice Hughes

Ann Pedley

November 14, 2025

Thinking of you all at this sad time. Trev leaves a great legacy. I´m sure the Trevs, and others, are making music together again.

Gayel Child

November 14, 2025

Dear Jeff and family, sending our sincere condolences on the passing of your Dad. Remember all the wonderful times. Gayel, Paul and Robyn Child

November 14, 2025

2.1.1944 - 9.11.2025

Dearly beloved loving partner of 28 years to Wendy (Goldsmith). Much loved Charlie to Jo & Andrew, Mal & Awa (Trevvy), Jamie & Janelle. Treasured Grandad Charlie to Dahria & Bale, Maddy & Bays, Millah & Boston, Tahi, Pou, Kaira, Locklyn and Liam. Great-Grandad Charlie to Kahu.

Will be forever missed.

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