Also known as "Tony"
29 August 1946 – 3 November 2025
Also known as "Tony"
29 August 1946 – 3 November 2025
SHEARD Anthony: Died peacefully on Monday the 3rd November 2025 at Trinity Home & Hospital, in his 80th year, after a long illness. Dearly loved husband and devoted companion of Cath for 33 years. Much loved father of Yasmine and Adam, Ben, and Trucia. Loved granddad of Rory. Loved brother of Roger, and brother-in-law of Ailsa and Jim. Geocaching partner and much-loved friend of Sandra. Father of Belinda and Timothy. A private cremation has been held.

There are so many things I wanted to say but couldn't put them into words there were so many things that made you YOU but to me you were my dad I will love you forever and miss you more than I can put into words. I am glad I found you and got to know you. All I can really say is I love you, I'll miss you and thank you.
Thinking of you today Cath, thank you for caring and taking Yasmine into your family. Remember the good times and memories you have made along your journey. Christine and Brian Moyse ( mum of Yasmine
“You leave behind memories that will stay with us always. No matter how life unfolded or how complicated the path was at times, you were an important part of my story. I’m grateful for the pieces of you I got to know, and for the moments big and small that shaped who I am today. As we say goodbye, I choose to hold onto the good the memories that bring warmth, the lessons that stay with me, and the parts of you that continue on through the people who loved you. Even though our time together wasn’t everything it could have been, your presence still mattered, and it always will. May your journey onward be peaceful and full of light. Rest now, knowing you are remembered with love, and that your memory will continue to live on in our hearts.”
Tony I am going to miss you, our phone calls, our laughter and our friendship. Thank you for your loyal service to the people of Patea. Rest in Peace my friend. Finally pain free. I will miss you and our long friendship.
Sincere condolences Cath


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