28 November 1939 – 16 October 2025
28 November 1939 – 16 October 2025
Humphrey Ian de Lautour
Passed away peacefully at home in Manawahe on 16th October 2025.
Loved father of Sophia and the late Richard, and their families. Beloved partner of Noriko.
A celebration of Humphry’s life will be held in Osbornes Funeral Directors Chapel, 197 Old Taupo Road, Rotorua on Monday, 20th October at 1pm.
Funeral service held at Osbornes Funeral Directors Chapel
So sorry to hear the news. All my love and thoughts to all the family, my mother Kate ( sister), Doug ( brother), Sophia, Elly and all the grandchildren and of course Noriko. I have fond memories of us playing on the trampoline with cousin Richard and Sophia. We all had so much fun. Some very happy memories. Uncle Humphrey I remember your brilliant workmanship with your house builds and your ceramics, you were so talented in so many areas and such a hard worker. Of course I remember Aunty Sue when we used to visit you in One Tree Hill. Love to all the family during this difficult time. Lots of love, Rachael
Thinking of all the family after a sad year. I remember being allowed to play my Stevie Wonder Songs in the Key of Life vinyl record at Uncle Humphry’s house near One Tree Hill as a teenager. I have great memories with my Aunty there. Sending lots of love and hugs from myself and children, to all the De Lautour family at this precious time.
Dear Sophia and family, Thinking of you at this sad time. So many memories have surfaced of when we were kids and the fabulous parties at your place, with your father such a distinguished-looking person among all those adults smoking (those were the days), drinking and having fun. My sister Judith, brother Greg, and mother Jo (now 96) also send their condolences. Much love, Blanche
Much love to Sophia and her family. I shall miss our regular phone catch-ups. Love to Noriko who has been a wonderful support to Humphry, and to Carol, Marie's daughter, and Ellie and family plus Shuan and Yuki. God bless you all. Aunty Kate.
Funeral service held at Osbornes Funeral Directors Chapel

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