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Willie FAH Obituary

Of Palmerston North. Passed away unexpectedly, but peacefully, at Palmerston North Hospital, surrounded by his family on 27 July 2023, aged 80 years. A devoted, loving husband for 55 years to Shayna (nee Sydow). Loving father to Daniel & Natalie, Jake & Paula Charlton, and Elisha & Earl Wykes. Treasured and adored Grandad to Ellen & Annie and Mackenzie & Sydney. Messages to the Fah family can be sent to PO Box 5191, Terrace End, Palmerston North 4441. A service to honour Willie's life will be held in the Robert J Cotton Chapel, 697 Main Street, Palmerston North, on Friday 4 August at 1.00pm. Willie was loved immensely by many and will be sorely missed.


Published by Manawatu Standard on Jul. 29, 2023.

Memories and Condolences
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Beverley Lloyd

August 4, 2023

Shayna Daniel Jacob and Elisha. My thoughts are with you all at this sad time. I have happy memories as an ex neighbour of the times we had together in Ilford Place especially the street BBQ´s. So sorry for your loss as the days go by you will have happy memories of Willie. Love to you all. Bev Lloyd

Rachel Carran (nee: Sheppard)

August 3, 2023

To Mrs Fah, Daniel, Jacob and Elisha. I was hoping to attend tomorrow, but work commitments call. I have fond memories of growing up over the many years together as a neighbours. Also seeing and talking to Mr Fah (Willie) every now and then, at China Inn. My heart goes out to you all

Rex Pearson

August 3, 2023

Sorry to hear about Willie. Thinking of you. REX AN Anne Pearson

Dot Kirkman

August 3, 2023

To Shayna and family
So sorry that I will not be able to join you tomorrow as you farewell your beloved husband Willie
My thoughts are with you all especially Shayna

Kate Louise

August 3, 2023

The kindest most patient man, thank you for having your secret stash of songs haha. You are remembered in our hearts xx so much love to your whanau xx

Neil Rowland

August 3, 2023

Hey Shayna and family....feeling kinda devastated right now....please accept my sincere condolences for your loss .....I have fond memories of a great neighbour and musical colleague. Thinking of you...
Neil Rowland.

Rachelle Collins

August 1, 2023

Great memories and story's of Willie and his big heart, will be very much missed.Thinking of you and sending lots love Shayna and family. With much love Conrad, Rachelle Samara and Kayla

Martin & Elisabeth Waayer

August 1, 2023

Our sincere condolences, Shayna and family.
You are all in our prayers and thoughts in these very sad and difficult times.
Rip Willie,
God bless

Martin & Elisabeth Waayer.

Micky, Lily & Ivy

August 1, 2023

Peace & Love

Linda pringle

July 31, 2023

My love thoughts and prayers are with you all at this very sad time
Linda Pringle (Hansen)

Katie (KTO)

July 31, 2023

So many fond memories of nights at The China Inn. Rest in peace Willie. Sincere sympathy Shayna and family x

Jean Turner

July 31, 2023

With heartfelt sympathy and my love to you all

Janet Watty

July 31, 2023

WILL MISS YOU WILLIE.

Lois Anderson

July 31, 2023

Our deepest sympathy to you all. Thoughts are with you Shona
Lois Anderson and family

Caroline Rogan

July 30, 2023

So sorry to hear of the passing of your beloved husband Shayna, wow 55 years, amazing, you will have so many memories, thinking of u at this sad time

Fiona

July 29, 2023

The karaoke 'wizz', run a tight organised, ship!! You will be so missed...

Terry Jensen

July 29, 2023

So shocked to get your text Shayna !! Willie was an awesome guy ! i thoughly enjoyed having chats at your place when i called in and all our awesome Automobile Association Christmas do,s over many years !! R.I.P. young fella. TERRY & ROBIN JENSEN

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Memorial Events
for Willie FAH

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