26 June 1955 – 15 July 2025
26 June 1955 – 15 July 2025
MORELAND, David Edward (FISHMORE & DOLITTLE), of Nelson.
Died peacefully at Palmerston North Hospice on July 15, 2025 after a long struggle with cancer. Aged 70 years.
Cherished Dad of Rex (Perth), Cory (Brisbane) and Kylie (Palmerston North). Loved son of Ofa, loved brother and brother-in-law of Lois and Roger. Life friend of Kathy. Beloved Grandad of Summa and Kirt.
A celebratory memorial service will be held at Shone & Shirley Funeral Directors, 164 Tahunanui Drive, Nelson, at 2pm on Friday July 25, 2025. Please wear what you feel comfortable in.
Service will be streamed via https://www.shoneandshirley.co.nz/tributes where tributes and messages for family can be left or sent to The Moreland Family c/- 164 Tahunanui Drive, Nelson 7011.
Funeral service held at Shone & Shirley Funeral Directors
Thankyou Grandad for being my life long hero thankyou for teaching me what the meaning of unconditional love thankyou for all of the lessons in life for teaching us how to be the best we can be for giving us all something to strive for you will never be forgotten I will always tell stories about you to my children in hopes we can be half as wonderful as you are I love you grandad with all my heart I miss you so much but I'm glad you can finally rest easy you are and always will be my hero you will forever live on in our hearts
I love you grandad and appreciate our time together. You will forever be in my heart. Thanks you for your knowledge, patience and kindness. I love you
Legend now and forever Dad you gave me everything a little girl needs in life. Your love support and time has always been a blessing. It was an honor to be able to give some back in your final months. You will always be the man the myth and legend to me. Rest in love Dad.
My thoughts are with Ofa and Lois on this sad occasion. Sincere Sympathy and Love. Janet.
What an absolute privilege to share your time over this last year in particular David. We have loved living, and being a part of your family.
David you were a lovely man and you will be deeply missed. Wishing you great fishing with your mates in the afterlife. Veronica and Familly xxx
Our family sends deepest condolences to David's family. He fought a long brave fight. Wishing you peace and comfort. With Love, Donna.
Thinking of you Lois and your Mum today and to David's family. David was a real trooper till the end. Love Mark and Marlene xx
Funeral service held at Shone & Shirley Funeral Directors

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