29 January 1934 – 6 August 2025
29 January 1934 – 6 August 2025
NZ Army 818341 Capt. Aust Army 411550 Capt. RAAF 047268 SQNLDR. Passed away peacefully on 6 August 2025, aged 91 years. Dearly loved by Shirley Cade and family. Dearly loved father of Graeme, Alexandra, the late Amanda and their families in Australia.
A celebration of Clive's life will be held at Grange Manor, 400 Dominion Road, Mount Eden on Tuesday 12 August at 11am.
Funeral service held at Davis Funeral Home Central Auckland
I have been inundated with replies of sorrow and respect from our members of the Airfield Defence Association. I have not experienced such an outpour of emotions since becoming President. My thoughts will be with you on the day. Veterans day is approaching and it is my intention that, we will lay a wreath at the service in Hervey Bay in memory of your father. His conviction and contributions in those early years were pivotal in development of a viable force of Airfield Defenders. That was no small feat. Warm regards & Lest we forget Clive. Glenn Lyons CSC National President Airfield Defence Association Australia
I first met Clive Nelson when I joined the RAAF as an Airfield Defence Guard and he was the Commanding Officer of the training unit (RAAFSFS) in 1988. He was a fine officer and a gentleman. Clive always had time to stop and chat to the ADG trainees whenever he was within earshot of us. I valued his Leadership, guidance, honesty and integrity way back then and that continues on to this very day even after his passing. Clive you will be missed and remembered by those who had the honour of meeting you along the journey. May you forever rest in peace my friend. Mat Howell FSGT ADG retired.
Funeral service held at Davis Funeral Home Central Auckland

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