Dear Deane & family, we are Gordon's cousins (his Mum Ida was our mother Mahi's Aunt). We've only just found out today 17-1-2026 that Gordon passed a year ago and want to express our heartfelt condolences to you. We had less contact as the years went by but we all loved him to bits, he was a great guy and undoubtedly sorely missed. We've only met once Deane when you & Gordon came to Mum's place in Whangarei around 10 years ago, along with John & Jenny, Rewa & Roger. We had a lovely family time that day, with lots of laughs & reminiscing. David (lives in Queensland) & I (still in Whangarei with my new partner) are so surprised and shocked but we also have fond memories of Gordon to reflect on. I've included our mother & brother as I know they'd want to pay tribute to Gordon as well. He was a big help to me when Mum passed & I needed to find another place to live. I was so grateful to him for that as it made a difficult time more bearable. Anyway, sorry this message is so delayed but we only found out this morning from another of our cousins. Much love to you all.

Dearest Deane and Family, We are truly heartbroken and deeply shocked to hear of Gordon's passing. I had a dream about him just last night and reached out to Monique to be sent the sad news by reply message today. His friendship, his advice and guidance is something that will last me to my very own final days. It feels like yesterday when I was a teenager and wanting to be a salesman that Garry Keith introduced me to "Gords", at Kelly & Stewart Auto Electricians. When I picked up the car, Garry had already left, while we moved a few cars out of the way to get the one I was driving back to the yard, as I left, I dropped the clutch and smoked the tyres, thinking I was clever and drove the long way back to the yard, only to be met by Gords, who got there before me and who quickly told me if he ever saw me do that again he would tell Garry to fire me! He very quickly earned my respect and that was it, we were best of friends ever since. When I became an auctioneer, who did I go to for advice, I GAS I......... Gordon’s infectious kindness, patience, laughter and unwavering smile made him a truly special person—one who touched the lives of everyone he ever met. Dee, he is a man that will never leave my thoughts and we will miss him more than words can express. With all our love, Nicholas, Jodyann & Alexander Down Dubai, UAE. Rest in peace Gordon. Keep smiling brother.

Dear Dee We have just heard of Gordon’s passing. Please accept our heartfelt condolences, we are so sorry for your loss. Thinking of you and your family. Please know you’re always welcome in our home. Love Kaye & Pieter van Deventer

What a beautiful service and celebration of Gordon's life. Sorry we couldn't be there today. Thoughts and prayers with you Deanne and family ❤️

Dearest Deanne, Cherish your special memories with Gordy, such a shock he has gone way too soon. Gordy was always so supportive in the early real estate days, and gosh what a presense Gordy had in the action room. He will be very sadly missed by all.

What a beautiful send off for such a beautiful soul, Gordy will be missed by so many and has left special memories in the heats of many, Thinking of you all at this sad time. Love Bronwyn & Frank

Dearest Deanne and family, what a beautiful and special celebration of a wonderful man. Cherish all those special memories you have and know that his legacy lives on through the special family you made together. With all our love and best wishes Ronelle, Keith and family

Dear Family, So sorry to hear the passing of Gordon, he was our neighbour in Hamilton in the early days. Our thoughts and prayers go to you all. He was a fun, a friend and a happy guy. We all loved that smile . Gordon you will be sadly missed. Gwen & Max Wheatley.

Gordy, You called me boy from day one of our meeting as colleagues, it always felt like a term of affection and your actions always showed the same, even on the many times we disagreed. Thanks for always being keen for a laugh, to chat about rugby, tell me tie knot was crap and teach me about real estate. Personally you showed my what a great Dad is and I’ve benefited from a friendship with your number one son who displays many of your best character traits in spades. Love you mate. Thanks for making the world a better and brighter place. Aidan

Deanne our thoughts are with you and your family today so sad to hear about Gordon such a amazing man an inspiration to all. Always a huge smile. Sue & Mike Dyke.

Deane, How shocked and saddened I am today hearing about our precious Gordy. I send all my love to you, Logan and Brittney. Gordy was such a special man and loved by so many. He truly was one of a kind. Kym

Dearest Deane, We were so deeply shocked and saddened to hear of Gordon's passing. It only seems like yesterday that we enjoyed lunch and dinner in Brisbane together. As always, Gordan had a smile on his face and a genuine interest in us and our trivialities. He was such a warm and patient man who will be sadly missed by all who crossed his path. We were to blessed to be able to call him a 'friend' and our times together were always full of fun and laughter. We will always remember Gordon as a loving and devoted husband ,a proud and dedicated father and a very dear friend. We will miss him greatly. Our love to you Dee and your loving family. We love you. Rest in Peace Gordon, keep smiling. Paul & Cheree McDermott

Dear Family, We were lucky to meet Gordon on a number of occasions but most recently when he dropped Cooper and Louis to us at The Mount. A dedicated grandad who embraced their love of gymnastics. A true gentlemen always keen for a chat and genuinely interested in others. Thinking of you all Jane and Mike Conlon

Deanne and family, My thoughts and prayers are with you all at this time, such a lovely man and a true gentleman. Always a smile and time for a chat. Much love and hugs Chrissy

Dear Deanne and Whanau, we are so sorry to hear of Gordon’s passing. He was an inspirational man and a good neighbour. A life lived well. Gods speed Gordon

Dear Deanne and Family. We are sending our thoughts and prayers to you all. We were shocked to hear of Gordons passing today. You are all in our thoughts as you face this tough time. Mark and Yvette Francis.

Kia ora I just want to send my dearest regards to the whanau of Flash Gordon as we knew him at the gym. We would always korero in the hot pool or swimming pool, chew the fat as they say. Flash would always have time to catch up. He was always interested in what I was up to and he would tell me about the real estate business. A caring man whom I will miss. He told me about the Push Gummies his daughter's business and how well it was doing. Even gave me some to try out. Farewell my brother I have no doubt you will be chewing the fat of everyone's ears in heaven and continuing to make me laugh with your stories. Sorry I cant be here today as I am away with my students. Be proud whanau your husband, koro, dad was a dam good man who will be missed by all. Your gas bagging mate Mike Diamond.

Dearest Deanne..so sorry and saddened to hear of Gordon's passing. You have lost your bestest friend and soul mate. Cherish all those wonderful memories of the life and times you shared and take comfort in the lovely family you created and the joy they bought you both. Sending lots of love and big hugs from Lorraine and Whanau xx