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Charles FURNISS Obituary
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for Charles FURNISS
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August 3, 2017
Hello Jacqui and family
We have been overseas on an extended holiday and recently heard about Mike. Judy and I are so very sorry and wish to send condolences from all our family. Judy and I enjoyed many social ocassions with you both and I had lots of good times with Mike both at work and socially. I will miss his happy presence and his great sense of humour and ability to tell a good story. You are in our thoughts.
Gavin Trethewey
http://flight-engineers-air-nz.blogspot.co.nz/
August 3, 2017
Captain Charles Michael Furniss
Air New Zealand #1349 and #21777
It is with deepest sympathy and profound sadness the FLIGHT ENGINEERS of Air New Zealand bid farewell to another highly esteemed friend and fellow aviator.
R.I.P. Mike.. now with eternal wind beneath your wings.. fly high.. fly free forever..
August 3, 2017
July 26, 2017
Hi Jaqui and family,
I have just heard of Mike's passing. I really enjoyed his association and wicked wit. Began with the flowers at Howick to the Grob 109 at Drury.
Still not sure if the story of his car left outside the terminal was correct but a believable story.
Ian and Pat Williams
Drury
Ross Johnson
July 19, 2017
A pleasure to know and to fly with. Condolences to all the Family.
Phil & Lana Morgan
July 19, 2017
It was a pleasure to know him and we enjoyed his company.
Robert Jonts
July 18, 2017
The Furniss family
I am so sorry to hear of your loss .Mike was a respected member of the flight deck and for the cabin crew ,a true gentleman.He will be remembered with respect.
Rob Jones {cabin Crew}
July 17, 2017
Jaqui and family
Sorry to hear of Mike's passing, a great fun guy and a good flying colleague.
May the wind be always at his back.
Dave Simpson
July 16, 2017
Jacqui,
Really very sorry to hear of Mike's death. When I think of Mike I remember the times on your yacht in the Bay of Islands, the times on posting in LA and the many memorable flights with Mike. Really precious memories. Always remembered.
Kindest thoughts,
Arthur Dovey
Len & Val Mills
July 16, 2017
Dear Jacqui and family
We are very sorry to hear of your loss.
Although several years have passed since Michael retired from Air New Zealand he will always be fondly remembered by those of us who had the privilege of flying with him.
I first met Mike at the Wellington White Heron Hotel in 1970, some 47 years ago.
Back in the day, this was the layover hotel for the Auckland based L188C Lockheed Electra aircrew operating WLG-SYD-WLG, WLG-BNE-WLG and WLG-MEL-WLG sectors. Unfortunately, much too often these were all nighters'. The Crew Room at the White Heron did however provide an ideal venue for creating great camaraderie and lots of lasting memories!
Over the years, most Flight Engineers got to enjoy many Tours of Duty with Mike on Lockheed L188C Electras, Douglas DC-8's, McDonnell Douglas DC10-30's, and Boeing B747-219's.
Mike was in regular attendance at many of our FEAR (Flight Engineer's Aircrew Reunion) 180 Day functions and will be sadly missed. http://flight-engineers-air-nz.blogspot.co.nz/p/fear.html
Our heartfelt thoughts are with you and your family.
At times like this words seem inadequate to express sadness, but be assured that those who care do share your loss and are wishing you comfort and peace of mind.
With deepest sympathy
Len and Val Mills
http://flight-engineers-air-nz.blogspot.co.nz/p/fear.html
July 16, 2017
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