Death Notices
Death

STAFFORD, William Dean Ruka (Deano)

On June 22, 2023, passed away peacefully at the Marlborough Hospice, aged 68 years. Much loved husband of Jan. Treasured father and father-in-law of Justina, Nicole, Piri, and a loved Poppa of Jude, Ruby-Lou, Emily, Isla and all his mokopuna. A much loved brother, uncle, cuz and friend to many. Messages to c/- PO Box 9, Blenheim 7240 or www.cloudybayfunerals.co.nz... Dean will be welcomed onto the Tuamatene Marae, Grovetown, on Friday, June 23 at 10.30am, with his Tangi to be celebrated on Saturday, June 24 at 11.00am, followed by interment at the Maori Island Urupa.