26 September 1952 – 29 October 2025
26 September 1952 – 29 October 2025
COCKBURN, David Claude:
Passed away surrounded by loving family on Wednesday 29 October 2025, after a courageous battle. Aged 73 years. Soulmate and dearly loved husband of Vicky for 53 years. Much loved Dad of Kim and Richard Good, Chris and Natasha Stewart. Treasured Poppa to Quinton, Britney, Ella, Charlie, Ava, and Great-Poppa to Willow. Messages for David’s family may be left via robertjcotton.co.nz/funerals. In lieu of flowers, donations to Arohanui Hospice via arohanuihospice.org.nz would be greatly appreciated. Heartfelt thanks to all those who have provided support to David and the family throughout recent months. In accordance with David’s wishes, a private family farewell has been held.
To Vicky and family Sending our condolences to you all on the passing of David. It was lovely to meet you both with my cousins and work out where in the Cockburn family we all fitted. Thank you Vicky for bringing us and David together ❤️
To Vicky and family, sincere condolences to you all. My thoughts are with you at this sad time.

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