Died: 24th March 2022

Passed away with love by his side, and it is with great sadness, tears, laughter and love that we say goodbye to our dearest dad who passed away at Southland Hospital on Thursday March 24, 2022.

Loved husband of the late Bev (nee Barrow).

Cherished father and father-in-law of Anne-Marie and Darryl Tamblyn, Rosemary and Trevor Stevens, Nicolas and Anna McKenzie, Libby and Roger Mariu, Simon and Stephanie McKenzie, Sonya and Alex Dickson, Nathan and Kate McKenzie, Brendan McKenzie, and Rachael Neuman.

Much loved and cherished Dexie Pa and mentor of his 22 Grandchildren , 15 and a bump great grandchildren.

A much loved brother and brother-in-law of Donald* McKenzie, Mervyn* McKenzie, Helen Dalton, Lorraine* Dalton, Neil and Lynne McKenzie, Douglas and Judy McKenzie, Bob* and Mavis Barrow.

A loved uncle of his nieces and nephews.

‘Goodbye Dad until we meet again’

In keeping with Dexter’s wishes a private family service will be held.

Messages to 1 Back Street. Tapanui 9522.

(*denotes deceased)