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Matthew TRUNDLE Obituary
Freeman (Professor):
Peacefully on Friday 12 July 2019 at Wellington Hospital. Beloved husband of Catherine, devoted father of Christian, cherished son of the late Reginald and Elizabeth, and much loved brother of Lawrence and Abigail. A Memorial Service celebrating Matthew's life will be held in Wellington Methodist Parish, 75 Taranaki Street, Wellington, on Tuesday, 23 July at 1.30pm. Our deepest gratitude to the Haematology Unit at Wellington Hospital for their care of Matthew throughout the past 10 months.
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Memories and Condolences
for Matthew TRUNDLE
13 Entries
Jayendra Chhana
August 18, 2019
A man with endless energy and enthusiasm for any and every endeavour it seemed. Most striking of all, perhaps, is that wherever he went, he always fostered a real spirit of camaraderie and friendship among those around him. For this, he will be missed by all of us who had the privilege of knowing him
Steve Behrendt
August 16, 2019
I knew Matthew since February 1999 and quickly gave him the nickname "massive" for his massive love of life, massive love of Classics/teaching, massive love of the Patriots and, later, massive love for Catherine/Christian. I lost every gentleman's bet regarding our first-year teaching evaluations and could never keep up with his enthusiasm for Almost Everything of Importance. Missing him now and always.
Kevin Livesey
August 2, 2019
I can't believe my longest and dearest friend Matthew has gone. I have known him since he was 5 years old - I would go around his house and he would dress up as a Greek soldier such was his love of the classical world.
I will miss you so much old friend you were one in a million
My love to Catherine and Christian.
July 27, 2019
Our deepest sympathy Catherine, Christian and family. A great man gone far too soon. Thinking of you at this sad time.
Sharon and Warren Fenemor
John
July 22, 2019
A star in every way, who is missed by all who had the privilege to know him. I'll cherish the memories of his lectures, debates, wit, hospitality, and courage.
Karen Cheer
July 21, 2019
Remembering Matthew with a big grin on my face!
Roger Robinson
July 20, 2019
A much valued colleague, of integrity and good humour.
Anna Larsen
July 18, 2019
Matthew, I'm so sorry to see you go, and I'm sorry I won't make it to Wellington to commemorate your life. You were an inspiration to me and so many others, and your support was fabulous.
Your laughter and wonderful sense of humour, and the passion you brought to your teaching is legendary.
My thoughts are with Catherine and Christian and your siblings in this sad time.
Go well and happy trails.
Kia Kaha
Katy Miller
July 18, 2019
Matthew there was nobody else like you, you are loved by so many. All my love to Catherine, Christian, family, and Matthew's many friends xxx
Fiona Crawford
July 17, 2019
Matthew inspired me with so much passion and commitment to the Ancient World! He created and delivered one of my favourite courses on Troy and the Trojan War. I will also be forever grateful for his continued support of all Classical Studies teachers, and his presentation at our 2017 Wellington conference was a highlight! NZACT members all send all best wishes to the family and deepest sympathy!
All my love to Matthew's family!
Tony de Joux
July 17, 2019
A man who was so full of energy and good humour and who helped immensly in my studies and in the running of the Wellington Classical Association
Linda Gray
July 17, 2019
When Matthew arrived, summer arrived.
Rachael Heslop
July 17, 2019
I'm so sorry to hear of Matthew's passing. He was such a ball of positive energy around the classics department. And at the Bristol. And during his short stint in the Silver Urns!
Obviously, too, any memory of Matthew would be incomplete without reference to that hat!
Kia kaha to all.
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