8 April 1929 – 9 June 2024
8 April 1929 – 9 June 2024
ROSELLI, Peter QSO, JP (retired)
Of Westport. Passed peacefully on Sunday, 9 June, 2024, in Christchurch, aged 95 years, loved husband of the late Joan, loved father and father-in-law of Peter and Valmai, Catheryne, Wendy and
John (dec), Lynda and Chris, and Tim and Nalinee, and loved grandfather of Sasha and Michael; Madeleine, Gabriel, and Georgiana; Michael and Alistair; and Jeffrey and Ben, loved brother of Leon and Gary (both deceased). A distinguished community leader. Many thanks to the staff at Elms Court Village in Christchurch, and his GP, for their compassionate care of Peter during his time there.
Thanks also to the wider care team who supported Peter in Westport.
A service celebrating Peter’s life will be held at St John’s Church, Westport on Monday, 17 June at 1:30pm followed by a private interment.
Messages may be addressed to PO Box 483 Westport 7866.
In lieu of flowers a donation to the ROA Mining Rescue Helicopter would be appreciated. www.airrescue.co.nz/donate/ and enter ROA Mining Rescue Helicopter in the Comments section.
Hagedorns Buller Funeral Services, Funeral Directors Association of NZ.
Funeral service held at St John's Anglican Church
A faithful fellow worshipper and good friend.
It is with great sorrow I learned of the passing of Peter. Both myself and late wife had a long business association with Peter. Condolences to all his family. It is sad that Peter never saw the fruition of his long and hard work on the water export project. Maybe, one day in his memory it will become a reality.
I met Peter a few years ago through Rotary. In a short time I came to know what a wonderful man he was, full of integrity, patience for others, and good humor. I soon learned how vast his professional life had been. It was an extreme pleasure to know him. He would be someone I would want to meet again in the next world. I wish him the afterlife he hoped for.
Rest in peace Uncle Peter. What an amazing, alert, well informed, knowledgeable, intelligent and interesting man you were. You certainly made your mark on this world and I was so proud to call you my uncle. Peter, you were such a remarkable person who touched the lives of so many. I know you will now meet up with your beloved brothers and I’m sure you will have a fabulous time with them. Sending our condolences and deepest sympathy to the whole family Love from Annette Roselli (2nd daughter of Gary Roselli), Malcolm Townsend and Alicia and Amelia Townsend xxx
It is with sadness to hear of Peters death, a true"Battler from the Buller " Our Mum, Marcie (Roselli ) and Peter had a great fondnest for each other and those times visiting him at home in Westport and over a cup of tea and a very long chat. Our thoughts are with you. Murray, Duncan, Iain and Bruce Fraser
Sending love and prayers to the whole family. Alot of very fond memories of Uncle Peter. The brothers Leon, Gary and Peter and their special times spent together in Lower Hutt. Peter's enthusiasm for life. His wonderful travel adventures. He was a good person. Forever in our hearts Gina Symes nee Roselli Youngest daughter of Gary Roselli
Our very deepest sympathy to you all. Memories of a lovely man will last forever.
Uncle Peter traveled from New Zealand to Capetown, South Africa for my wedding. During Peters time in Capetown, my father, Gary , became ver ill. Because of Uncle Peters kind and caring nature, he offered to walk me down the aisle. Fortunately my father, Gary recovered enough to walk me down the aisle. Thank you Uncle Peter.
Thoughts are we the family & close friends at this of loss. Fond memories of my Uncle Peter always happy to chat and always took an interest. Great respect for his intelligence, wit and energy. Carol Pereira (eldest daughter of youngest brother Gary). Brisbane Australia
Peter always had the Buller District at heart. Caring thoughts to all the family. Rest in Peace Peter. Margaret and Denis Grant, Westport.
A dear friend and neighbor, rest in peace Peter.
Funeral service held at St John's Anglican Church

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