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Benjamin HARTFIELD Obituary
He lived his faith.
A service to celebrate his life will be held at St Hilda's Church, Island Bay, Wellington, at 2.00pm on Sunday 1 February. Everyone is welcome.
"There is still light; now hidden but not gone."
In lieu of flowers, if you would like to make a contribution to support people in real need, please consider Anglican Missions (www.anglicanmissions.org.nz) where Michael works. To view the livestream or to send a tribute please go to lychgate.co.nz/upcoming-funerals/ Message to the family can also be sent c/- Lychgate Funerals, 306 Willis Street, Te Aro, Wellington 6011.
Memories and Condolences
for Benjamin HARTFIELD
30 Entries
Liz Platova
February 26, 2026
Dear Jane. Michael and Olivia.
I watched Benji's beautiful service today, thank you for sharing the news of his passing on his Instagram page.
I was lucky to meet Benji in 2017. One of the most genuine people I've ever met.
I took some very special photos of Benji on a few occasions. I will be happy to share them with you. I always admired how he shared his art and had a keen sense of the value and power of it. His support of others.
Always a bright, positive interaction bumping into Benji around Wellington over the years. Truly gone too soon.
Rest in peace Benji.
Ruth Isaac
February 13, 2026
Dear family of Benji,
My family is deeply saddened by this - Benji was wonderful as after school carer for my two boys Bede and Ari and an ongoing friend of our family. He was a beautiful man and we adored him. We are so sorry for your loss and that it came to this for him. We treasure his artwork we bought some years back. Now at peace.
Kathrine Biggs
February 8, 2026
Dear Michael, Jane and Olivia,
I am thinking of you as you grieve for Benji, and I am so sorry that he has gone from you too soon.
Louisa Henderson
February 5, 2026
Dear Jane and family - Racheal and I are so devastated to hear the loss of your beautiful Benji. Words cannot describe your loss. Benji was such an amazing, confident and caring man. Sending big hugs to you, from Louisa and Racheal from Hairloom.
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Zoe
February 2, 2026
Benji took photos of me for my first music release - what a deeply kind and talented man. I am so grateful to have known him and to treasure the photos forever. Rest in peace Benji.
Vivienne Haldane
February 2, 2026
To Benji's whanau, with much sadness, I only met Benji once; he was at Weir House with my son Alexander. As a photographer, I was so impressed with his passion and later I followed his work on Instagram and thought 'this young man will make his mark in the NZ photography scene with his sensitivity and insight.' I think he already has. Only one meeting and I came away thinking Benji was an extraordinary person. I'm so sad to hear of his passing. Much aroha to your whanau. X
Hayley
February 1, 2026
It´s incredible how much one person can positively impact your life. I still remember the first time I saw you walk through the doors at my work - leather jacket on, sunnies, barefoot - completely and authentically yourself. You carried such a warm energy, and your presence made people feel instantly at ease. There was something so special in the way you moved through the world, always with kindness. You brought warmth into every space you entered.
I always looked forward to our conversations, especially the ones we shared about film photography. You were constantly encouraging me, inspiring me to do more with my creativity, and reminding me to keep creating.
Even though our paths crossed for only a short time, I knew instantly that you were truly one of a kind.
I just wish you could have believed how amazing you were, because you always spoke so highly of everyone else.
I´ll think of you whenever I pick up a camera, and I´ll keep creating with your encouragement in my heart. Your mana was undeniable, and it will never be forgotten. Rest easy Benji.
Rochelle Style
February 1, 2026
My heartfelt condolences to you on the loss of your son Benji. He was a friend of my son's at Scots and I remember the laughter they had together. May he rest in peace.
David Strauss
February 1, 2026
Dear Benji, it has been a pleasure! I always loved your passion and enthusiasm. And always with a wide smile. I treasure the portrait you took of me.
Cheers David
Henry & Pamela Taye
February 1, 2026
Sending love, Michael, Jane & Olivia,
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.
We will always remember Benji our Sunday school little boy will never be forgotten. Just saw him about more than a year ago all grown-up so handsome.
Rest in peace, Benji
We love you & will miss you.
Paul
January 31, 2026
Marianne A
January 30, 2026
Dearest Jane , Michael and Olivia
Words can´t express ....beyond heartbreaking .Even as a little preschooler Benji had the sweetest kindest nature , his essence touching everyone who knew him Rest in peace and infinite love dear dear Benji .
Marie Henderson
January 30, 2026
Sending love & prayers to you Michael, Jane & Olivia as you absorb & journey this very hard time. I don't know what to say ... just that I am with you in Spirit & will be on Sunday
Sonya and Timothy from Jackson st
January 30, 2026
Alofa tele atu Benji and fanau. I have been reading a book on Tony Formison with the hope to palm it off to you once done. So I was sad to hear this sudden news. We will miss having you come watch sunsets with us in our back yard, the conversations on art and most of all, the presence of your faith you generously expressed when talking about life and love for those around us. The cosmos are in full bloom for you Benji. Manuia lau Malaga dear friend.
Elia
January 30, 2026
Benji was such a kind and gentle soul. If you were ever in need of help, Benji would be there with his jeep full of CDs and a big smile on his face. He saw beauty and art in everything and he will be remembered with love by so many.
Sending all my love to his family. I am so sorry for your loss.
Tullamore
January 30, 2026
I never forgot my first time meeting Benji. It was my first day at Scots almost exactly 10 years ago to this day. It was the schools 100th birthday and we were lining up for the ceremony in front of the school. As we were waiting to enter the grassy area to take our seats, everyone was talking amongst themselves in groups. As the new kid, I stood alone nervous, awkward, and wishing the ground would swallow me. Benji noticed me in a sea of people, left his group of friends and came bounding over with a huge smile on his face. He introduced himself, asked me all sorts of questions about myself, and stayed chatting with me until it was time to take our seats. It was such a simple moment that most would overlook, but he had the compassion to notice I needed someone to talk to. Throughout the few years I knew him, he was always the guy who noticed when someone needed a friend, and never spread anything but positivity. His level of empathy, and his lack of interest in conforming made him such a unique gift to the world. He lived with such freedom. Sending my condolences to Michael, Jane, and Olivia
Peri (Benji) Mori (Paul)
January 30, 2026
Thomas Raimbault
January 30, 2026
Dear Michael, Jane, and Olivia, I am so sorry for your loss. Benji was one of the most genuine and kindest people I´ve ever met. I met Benji at Scot´s college and we became friends playing futsal and football together for the school. I cherish those memories with him on the field dearly. My deepest condolences.
David Burton
January 29, 2026
Dear Michael, Jane and Olivia,
Our sincere condolences for the loss of Benji, your beautiful son and brother to Olivia.
David Burton and Andrea Bailey.
Andrew and Helen Edwards
January 29, 2026
Dear Jane, Michael, Olivia and extended family, we are so sorry to hear about Benji. Much love and prayer for you from Andrew and Helen and family.
Cynthia
January 29, 2026
My thoughts are with you all at this extremely sad time, take comfort in your loving close family, Sincere sympathy and love to you all.
Karl Fritsch
January 29, 2026
He is a courages brave beautiful young man. Love you
Tiffany Babington
January 29, 2026
Deepest heartfelt condolences for your loss - may your beautiful son rest in love
Carlos Calderon
January 29, 2026
Michael, I am so deeply sorry for your loss. Prayers and my deepest condolences to you and your family at this time.
Izak Lee
January 29, 2026
Such a lovely human. Such a beautiful human.
Askari family
January 29, 2026
Benji will always be remembered as the kind, loving, and genuine person that he was. A gentle and caring soul, who we are grateful to have grown up with. He never failed to greet those around him with warmth and a smile. We are heartbroken by his loss, and we will always cherish our memories with him from throughout the years.
Sending our deepest condolences to Michael, Jane, and Olivia
Charlie
January 29, 2026
I remember there was a period of time (year 4ish) when I didn´t have many friends at lunch time to play with at Island Bay School. I was quite shy and the big games of football were pretty intimidating. Benji saw me kicking and chasing a ball alone, and invited me to join the game, he then went out of his way to make me feel included, until I was playing almost every lunch time. Ultimately, some of the people I met in those football games would become friends to this day. He understood the difference between including someone and instilling confidence in someone, and it was because he is just genuinely nice and caring. I´m super grateful for that.
Emer Lavin
January 29, 2026
We have very fond memories of Benji when we visited NZ from our home in Ireland in 2014 and we met him again in 2017. A lovely kind young man. Ar dheis Dé go raibh a anam dílis (May his soul be forever at God's right hand. Sincere condolences to Michael, Jane and Olivia. Liam, Emer, Orla & Sonya Blake, Galway, Ireland
John Nieuwoudt
January 29, 2026
I'm deeply saddened to learn of the passing of Benji. He was a valued member of our college , and his presence as our gardener brought beauty, care, and warmth to our campus . His dedication and kindness touched many of us, and we are grateful for the time he spent with us.
Please accept my heartfelt condolences during this difficult time. My thoughts are with your family as you navigate this loss. We hope you find comfort in the memories you shared and in the impact he made on those around him.
Daria theodorou
January 29, 2026
Benji was my special friend. He was also my dog Eddie's favorite person and always got so excited when he was going to see him
Last month I lost Eddie to cancer and now ive lost benji.
I only had fish and chips with him new years night and showed him photos of my dogs and animals.
Please give Eddie love and snuggles in heaven benji, until I see you both again, I love you always
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