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Rex KIRTON Obituary
Passed peacefully on Tuesday 4 June 2024 at Elderslea Care Centre. Dearly loved husband and best friend of Adrienne. Beloved father and father-in-law of Jason, Elliott and Deb, Gavin and Lauren, and Natalie and Bish. Adored "Rexy" to Will, Tom, Xavier, Baxter, and Josh. Cherished brother to Earle and Lynne, and brother-in-law John. Loved by his many nieces and nephews. A dear friend to Libby, Christine, and fondly remembered by Jan. Loved and respected by Adrienne's children, Ashleigh and Nick. The family thanks the Elderslea staff for their kindness and compassion while caring for Rex. The service will be livestreamed with access available on Rex's online profile via the website below. Messages to the family may also be made via his profile. In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to Parkinson's New Zealand which can be made at www.parkinsons.org.nz. A service to remember Rex will be held at St. Joseph's Catholic Church, 1 Pine Avenue, Upper Hutt, on Tuesday 11 June 2024 at 2.00pm, followed by a private burial.
Home in the valley, safe in God's hands.
Memories and Condolences
for Rex KIRTON
6 Entries
Andre Blond
June 20, 2024
Rex was my best man when Gail and I got married in Amersham, UK back in May 1972. Soon after the wedding Gail and I left for Australia, and Rex and Jan went back to NZ. Rex and I had a lot of fun together during our friendship in 1971/72. Sadly we lost touch. My condolences to his family. RIP Rex, my friend.
Peter McCardle
June 19, 2024
Many years working with you Rex; and spent good time with you in your last years. God welcome you to his paradise.
Peter McCardle
Fr Ron Bennett
June 16, 2024
So sorry to hear of Rex's death. I enjoyed visiting him during my tiem in Upper Hutt.
May be rest in the peace of Christ.
Fr Ron Bennett
Carol & Jim
June 11, 2024
We wish we had known you longer. You were the best thing to happen to our dear close friend Adrienne, we are so glad you brought her happiness.
Cliff Daly
June 11, 2024
Rex and I worked together closely in the 1980's leading the Local Government Employers Assn and on the massive local government reform project in 1989.
He was one of life's great characters and a real leader in the industry through that challenging time. He was a good friend to many and a especially to me through some tough times.
My thoughts are with the Kirton family at this sad time.
Cliff Daly
Waikanae
Jeremy Laurenson
June 9, 2024
I remember Rex at school (Silverstream). As I recall he was captain of the First XV. I was a lowly third former. We looked up to Rex. It's sad to see his passing but there you have it. Regards Jeremy Laurenson
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