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William Hugh "Bill" "Willie" KELTIE

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Beauchamp Funeral Home Palmerston North

167 John F. Kennedy Dve

Palmerston North, Manawatu-Wanganui

William KELTIE Obituary

A Life Well Lived

We are heartbroken (and wondering who's going to fix everything now) to say goodbye to Willie Keltie, who passed away suddenly on 13th February 2025 at the young age of 75. He leaves behind his best friend and each other's compass in life, Carol. Willie was a devoted dad to Matthew, Angie, and Jessica, and a proud pop to Alex, Declan, and Kaea. He was always there to listen, and offer a measured perspective, and could fix just about anything whilst having one eye on Sky Sport. Willie's legacy is one of love, laughter, generosity and kindness. Family and friends are invited to join us in celebrating his life at the Beauchamp Chapel, 167 JKF Drive, Milson, Palmerston North, at 2.00pm on Thursday 20th February.


Published by Manawatu Standard on Feb. 17, 2025.

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Terry Brosnahan

February 26, 2025

I would like to offer my condolences on the passing of Bill to Carol and family. Carolyn and myself are neighbors of Bill and Carol at Foxton Beach for 5 years and found Bill to be a true gentleman. I enjoyed our conversations at the fence and will miss my conversations with a genuine honest and beautiful human being who had an amazing sense of humor. Kind regards Terry and Carolyn Brosnahan

Gary Stewart

February 25, 2025

Carol and Family.
Its is with deep sadness I was told of Bills passing and it is hard to believe because he was sooooo fit and always saw you both on your bikes.
Please except my deepest sympathy and will catch up with you when you are at the beach next.
Your neighbour Gary (Gazza) Stewart Foxton Beach.
Sorry I cant make Bills service but will be thinking of you).

Raewyn Houghton

February 23, 2025

I was so sad to hear of Bill's passing. His family and mine were great friends and neighbours from Martinborough days. Thinking of the family with love.

Barb Davies

February 23, 2025

What a lovely man. Heartfelt sympathy Carol. Barb Davies (Cottrill)

Kirstin Wahlberg

February 21, 2025

Condolences on your loss. I have many a fond memory of Makuri life as a kid on the farm at the Keltie household. May the memories keep everybody strong xxxx

Jacky Wall

February 21, 2025

I´m so sorry to hear of Bill´s passing Carol. Brian had a lot of time for him especially when they worked together. He was such a super, cheerful chap and you will all miss him terribly. Thinking of you with sadness - heartfelt condolences - Jacky Wall (Ussher)

Carole Isaacson

February 20, 2025

Long time memories of Bill at Williams and Kettle and the Tararua District Council. A great man who gave so much to his District. Our deepest condolences to you Carol and all of your family and friends.

Barras Garrity

February 20, 2025

To Carol and Family
My deepest condolences, I can´t tell you how shocked I am. I was talking to Bill last year he rang to say next time he was in Perth he would come to Mandurah and see me with your self and Angela´s Family. Bill and I played rugby for Martinborough Juniors all
those years ago. I was so looking forward to seeing you all.
Kindest Regards
Barras Garrity

Toss & Chris Cornelius

February 19, 2025

Dear Carol and family we were sorry to hear of your sudden loss of Bill such a sad time for you all our thoughts are with you .
Love Toss & Chris

GARY & JULIE RIDDELL

February 18, 2025

Dear Carol and Family Thinking of you at this sad time - our deepest sympathy to you all. Hi to Angie. Taken too soon.
Kind regards
Gary & Julie Riddell, Gisborne.

Judy Burnes

February 18, 2025

Condolence to you Carol & your family on the sudden loss of Bill. He was a
hardworking man in the district for the betterment of the area
Have many fond memories when living in Pahiatua

Judy & John Burnes

Delia Taylor

February 18, 2025

Carol am so sorry for the loss of your best mate
Last time I saw u both was shuttle driving at palmy hospital
Take care
Delia and Mark Taylor

Isobel Henricksen

February 18, 2025

So sad to hear of Bill's passing, all our thoughts and love to you Carol, remembering lots of laughter and fond memories from years ago, Warren and Isobel Henricksen

John Hunter

February 18, 2025

Dear Carol,Mathew ,Angie,Jessica & grandchildren,we are in shock to hear about Bill.We are thinking of you all at this very sad time.RIP Bill.Sue & John Hunter.

Denise Hall

February 17, 2025

Gone to soon. Our sincere condolences, thinking of you all. Great memories and times spent working with Bill. Denise and Richard Hall

Di Wolland

February 17, 2025

Our sympathy to you Carol and your family at this sad time, Stan and Di.

Heidi Morgans

February 17, 2025

Sincere condolences Carol. Thinking of you at this sad time.

Denise Brown

February 17, 2025

Thinking of you at this sad time. Mark and Denise Hanley and Tony and Margaret Hammond

Delia Carrington

February 17, 2025

our deepest condolences,carol and family on Bills passing .A hugh loss to everyone that knew him.will be sadly missed,our thoughts are with you all.
John @ Delia.

Judy Gleeson

February 17, 2025

We loved him. For his connections with the Wairarapa from the south to the north. His sense of duty, both civic and community. His zest for life and his enthusiasm for travel. You never knew where Bill and Carol might appear on their bikes, still energetic and definitely happy.
We, his wine tasting buddies, are missing him already. His measured comments and opinions, his chuckle and sense of humour, his appreciation for the good things in life. We are sad for the huge loss that Carol and her family now face and our thoughts are with you all.

Rae Champion

February 17, 2025

To carol, Matthew, Angie and Jessica,
Please accept my deepest sympathies to you on the passing of Bill and Dad. He will leave a huge hole in your hearts and life for a long time but you will endure the grief and life will go on but in a different way.
I have fond and funny memories of you all being my neighbours for such a long time.
Remember all the good times and his legacy will live with you.
Debi also said to say high from her as you get thru these next few days, weeks and months,
Regards and love Rae Champion.

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