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RYAN, Richard George (Puffy, Dick)

RYAN, Richard George (Puffy, Dick)

Died: 22nd May 2024

Service: 27th May 2024

It is with sad and heavy hearts we announce the passing of our precious Dad and Pōua, who passed peacefully early hours of Wednesday morning.


Much loved son of the late Tommy & Poppy Ryan. Beloved Dad of Debbie & Jeff and Karl & Kathryn. Former husband & lifelong special friend of Janice*


Cherished brother and brother-in-law of Bill* & Patricia, Bessie & Fred*, Rona* & Buster*, Ruth & Danny*, Hinga* & Haywood*, Harold*, Freddie* & Judy, Stuart* & Bev*, Terry & Judy, Gladstone*, Jacky* & Cris, Tim* & Rihi*, Alys* & Willy*, Jimmy & Gail and Tuna & Jan.


Treasured Pōua of Ryan, Stacey & Kodi, Darcy, Tessa & Hayden. Adored Great Pōua of Reon, Nico, Olli, Arlo, Luna, Te Nayah, Daisy-Mae, Beau, Kobe-George and Kairo.


Well-loved and respected Uncle to all his nieces and nephews.


A loved cousin and friend to many.


In loving memory of a life well-lived.

Rest peacefully our beautiful Dad and Pōua.


Dick will be resting at 80 Lagan Street in Bluff until his service which will be held at the Bluff Town Hall on Monday 27th May at 1 pm.  


Messages may be sent to 80 Lagan Street, Bluff, or can be left on Dick's tribute page at distinctfunerals.co.nz where a live-stream link is available.  

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