Donald Arthur Ralston

22 March 192515 December 2023

Don passed away peacefully with family by his side at Brydon Court Resthome, Hawera on Friday 15th December 2023. In his 99th year. Much loved husband of the late Anne. Loved and respected father and father-in-law of Bruce, Barry, Graeme & Margo, Fiona & Stephen Hicks, and Robert (dec) & Debbie (Perth W.A).Adored Poppa of Amanda & Terrence Dunn, Kirstin & James Thompson, Ellen and Brent Aston-Landers; Guy and Amy, Oliver & Molly, Toby; Samantha, Cody & Sheridan (W.A). Great Poppa to Harrison, Caitlin, Parker, Darcey, and Sophie. Messages to Fiona and Stephen Hicks 28 Maire Street, Hawera, Ph 06 2783571. 

A celebration of Don’s life will be held at the South Taranaki RSA, Princes Street Hawera on Saturday 13th January 2024, commencing at 1pm.  A livestream of Don’s service will be available via his tribute page at www.hardingsfunerals.co.nz/tributes for those unable to attend.  All welcome.

Tributes

Poppa Don, I will remember you for your big heart and cheekiness. My birthday will never be the same without the phone call from you, that phone call always made my day. I am so lucky to be friends with your amazing family as I got to spend time at your house growing up and I am forever grateful for our recent chats at the RSA. What a wonderful life you have lived, enjoy your rest. Jody xx

Jody Bloor

Sincere condolences Graeme Margo and family

Seddon Sims

Uncle Donny, on behalf of Jack (deceased) and myself - you will be fondly remembered for your kindness. I will miss our phone conversations and I appreciate the effort you made to always keep in touch and for the interest you took in our family. Rest in peace, Margaret Ralston

Margaret Ralston
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