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Donald "Don" McELHANEY

Donald McELHANEY Obituary

Formerly of Stokes Valley, Lower Hutt, passed peacefully with family by his side on Thursday, 25 September 2025. A son of Scotland now reunited in peace with those he cherished who went before him. Loved husband of the late Myra and special Dad of Tam, Jacquie and Donald. Cherished friend and father-in-law of Ali, Theresa, Tracy and Edward. Don was especially proud of his much loved 10 grandchildren and 6 great-grandchildren in NZ and Australia. Don requested a private cremation in lieu of a funeral service. Messages may be sent c/- Harbour City Funerals. In lieu of flowers please consider a donation to St John's Ambulance Service.


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Published by The Post on Oct. 1, 2025.

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Joe and Gwen Kerr

October 3, 2025

We have been friends for 60 years and will treasure these memories rest in peace our friend give our love to Myra with big hugs sending loads of love to Tam and Jackie and Donald Stewart xxxx

Pam Hall

October 2, 2025

I´m so sorry to read of the passing on Don, I have special memories of the times when we lived in Stokes Valley rest in peace Don.

Jacquie

October 1, 2025

Fly high now Dad. I still won´t thank you for the bad bad terrible jokes, embarrassing school drop offs or groundings but I will always know and be grateful for the strength, determination, loyalty and hard working ethic you taught me .... and the cheeky one liners to deflate (or inflate) a situation as required. Go now and play those long awaited games of pool with your Dad and brothers, hug your Mam and sister, visit the North again and feel that biting wind on your face that you loved to hate. We´ll take you home with Mum soon, but for now just rest in our love and prayers. Always your wee girl.

PETER FEARY.

October 1, 2025

Sorry to hear of Don's passing.

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