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Robert HICKSON Obituary

HICKSON,
Robert Henry (Bob):
Precious husband, soulmate and best friend of Gael, Bob went to be with his Lord on Friday 31 January 2020 at Te Omanga Hospice, three weeks short of his 68th birthday.
"...A gentle and quiet spirit, which is so precious to God"
1 Peter 3 v 4
In accordance with his wishes, Bob's Life Celebration service was held on August 10, 2019, when Bob was able to participate and enjoy it fully. On Wednesday 5th February Bob will be laid to rest at Akatarawa Cemetery. You are warmly invited to join us for his graveside service at 2.00pm. My thanks to Dr Gillian Yardley, Dr David Okonji, and the staff and volunteers at Te Omanga, who cared for us both with such compassion. To the friends who have supported us on Bob's journey, my heartfelt thanks for all you have done. Donations to Te Omanga Hospice, in Bob's memory, can be made at the graveside service or via https://secure.fundraiserpro.com/donate/teomangahospice/ All messages to "the Hickson family" C/- PO Box 30-127, Lower Hutt.

Published by Dominion Post on Feb. 1, 2020.

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Stephen Martelli

February 5, 2020

I only knew Bob for a short time but really enjoyed getting to know him and chatting with him.
Thinking of you Gael and family at this time of loss.

Jo Nelson

February 3, 2020

I will dearly miss our weekly catch ups and chats Bob, I always looked forward to seeing you and the time I spent with you. A wonderful, kind, caring wise gentle man who I came to call my friend. Lots of Love to Gael and thank you for entrusting me to care for your Bob.

February 3, 2020

We have known Bob for over a decade and always found him to be a gentle spirit with a loyal, kind heart. It was a pleasure to know him. We are thinking about Gael at this time and sending our comfort. We know you made his life happier and helped him so much through his illness. Eternal rest Bob.
Roselle Gouwland and family (Palmerston North)

Peter Moore

February 3, 2020

Bob was a lovely man and I enjoyed working with him. Gael and Family. I am thinking of you all at this sad time, all the best

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Graveside service

2:00 p.m.

Akatarawa Cemetery

Wellington