Died: 15th April 2024

Funeral: 20th April 2024

Peacefully, at home, on Monday, 15 April, 2024.

Dearly loved husband of Margaret.

Loved Dad of Holly-Rae, Hemi and Ngahuia, Riki and Krystal, Miriama and Joel.

Adored Pop of all his grandchildren and great-grandchildren.

Loved son of Lorna* and Dick*, son-in-law of Lorna and Jim* O’Connor.

Loved brother, brother-in-law, and Uncle.

A celebration of Richard’s life will be held at Southern Funeral Home Chapel, 106 Hokonui Drive, Gore, on Saturday, 20 April, at 1-00pm, followed by interment at Riversdale Cemetery.

Refreshments will be provided at the Gore Town and Country Club, Esplin Room, from 3pm.

Special thanks to all family and friends who have been supporting Richard for the last few weeks.

Messages to 35 Wentworth Street, Gore, 9710