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Ian THORPE Obituary
Of Waikanae. On Monday, 26th December 2016, peacefully at Wellington Hospital. Aged 68 years. Dearly loved best friend and husband of Lynda. Much loved Dad of Gregg & Sarah, and Nick. Very special Poppa of Mitchell and Cooper. Awesome big brother of Sandy, and brother-in-law of Neville, and Jacqui & Paul. A celebration of Ian's life will be held at the Waikanae Fire Station, 353 Te Moana Road, Waikanae, at 2.00pm on Tuesday, 3rd January 2017. In lieu of flowers, donations for Waikanae Fire Brigade are welcome. Donations for the Fire Brigade and/or messages for the family may be sent c/- PO Box 207, Waikanae 5250.
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Memories and Condolences
for Ian THORPE
14 Entries
Bruce Gibbins
April 10, 2020
Ian and I were work chums at J. Inglis Wright Advertising 1964 - 1967. Boy, did we have some fun, a whole bunch of us young guys. I remember Lynda from that time. She was lovely and she and Ian were always going to be with each other. We lost touch and saw Ian just one time for about ten minutes at an industral safety company in Lower Hutt where he worked. That was maybe 1985.
We were never to see each other again.
So now here we are but Ian is gone and I never got to say goodbye.
All that remains of our time as young friends is to say to Lynda how saddened I am at Ian's passing and my warmest feelings of commiseration to Lynda and his family and friends.
January 6, 2017
Early morning trips to Wellington on route to Noosa will never be the same without Thorpie driving us.
Karen henry
John Grylls
January 3, 2017
Just heard about the tragic passing of Ian. What wonderful memories I have. First met Ian at round table many years ago and appreciated all he did for the community.
He had a wonderful sense of humour and will be sorely missed. Many fantastic moments including the Father Xmas sleigh and our secret handshake which always made both of us laugh.
You and your family are in our thoughts Lynda. So sad.
Peter & Carol Wood
January 3, 2017
Very sad to read of Ian's passing, we have great memories of "Thorpy" and remember him for the neat guy he was. Our thoughts are with you Linda and your family at this time.
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January 2, 2017
So very sad to hear this. Wendy Jervis and David Schlegel.
Grant & Kath Harrison
January 2, 2017
Fond memories of being involved with you with rugby and housie helping the kids. You were a such a special person. It was good fun and good times. Condolences to Lynda and family on your loss
Chris and Carol Howland
January 1, 2017
our thoughts are with you all during this sad time Thorpey was a good friend and will always be remembered
regards Chris and Carol
January 1, 2017
So sorry and sadden by this news. Our love to you Lynda, Gregg, Nick and family. Thinking of you all.
Harold and Shirley Baskiville-Robinson
Glennys Morris
December 31, 2016
Sincere condolences Lynda and family on your loss. We remember Ian fondly from our visits to Raumati. Our thoughts are with you. Glennys & Brett, Lesley & Brian (Carols sisters)
Stan & Donna Hooper
December 31, 2016
So sorry to hear of Thorpy's passing. A good rugby team mate.
Kevin Smith
December 30, 2016
So sad to learn of Ian passing away. He was one of life's 'good men'. A true gentleman and a gentle giant. My thoughts are with the family and friends at this sad time. RIP Ian
Jo (Joanne) Lowrie (Christensen)
December 30, 2016
Condolences to Lynda, Nick, Greg & Sandy. I have many fond memories of catching up with you all in years gone by but will never forget Ian's smile, laugh and very gentle way of being. A true gentleman, much as I remember his Dad Uncle Tom.
Much love Judith, Jo, Donna
December 30, 2016
You were a Onslow college mate of our year, also in J'Ville Rugby, good times had by all of us, that knew you
June Bourke ( Bai)
Vivienne Koko
December 29, 2016
So sad to hear of the passing of Ian, our thoughts are with you at this sad time. All our love to you all
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