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GERKEN William John (Bill)

GERKEN William John (Bill)

Died: 23rd May 2025

Service: 3rd June 2025

Passed away peacefully on Friday May 23, 2025, with Lavenia by his side.


Dearly loved husband of Lavenia.


Loved Dad of Shane and Jill, Kerry, David and Brenda.


Loving Grandad of Danielle, Kate, Rhys, Charlie, Angus, Maisie and great Grandad of Carter, Zara, and Phoebe.


Loved son of the late Jack and Lizzie.


Brother of Lyall, Ken, and Libby.


Loved by all his nieces and nephews and the extended family.


A service to celebrate Bill’s life will be held on Tuesday, June 3, at the Gore RSA Function Lounge, Bowler Ave, at 2pm, followed by a private cremation.


To view on livestream https://vimeo.com/event/5155516


Messages to 14 Halton Street, Gore 9710.


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