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George HICKTON Obituary
George Lawrence Hickton passed away peacefully on 4 October 2025 at the age of 78, having lived a full and wonderful life. George was the beloved husband of Maree McGill. He was a wonderful father to Julia and Michael, and grandfather to Henry and Thomas. Loved brother to Maggie and the late Brenda. In lieu of flowers, the family kindly requests that donations be made to the Cancer Society in George's memory. The service will be livestreamed and can be accessed via George's profile on the website below.
A service to celebrate George's life will be held in Cornwall Manor, cnr of Knights Road and Cornwall Street, Lower Hutt, on Thursday 9 October 2025, at 2.00pm.
Memories and Condolences
for George HICKTON
28 Entries
Rachael and Matt (ex RSC)
October 12, 2025
Dearest Maree, Matt and I are deeply saddened to hear this news this morning and are sending you all our love. Rachael & Matt xox
Jane Teen
October 11, 2025
Deepest sympathy to you Maree, thinking of you and especially during your sad days ahead .. Jane & Paul
David Miller
October 11, 2025
We have just read George´s obituary in our news paper.He certainly achieved a lot. We are sorry to hear of his passing . With Sympathy from David and Kerry Miller and family
Karen Blair
October 11, 2025
So so sad and shocked to hear of George's passing Maree.
Thinking of you and sending love and hugs. Karen and Derek
Helen Smith
October 11, 2025
Maree, so sorry to read of George´s passing.
Sending love
Helen & Keppel Smith
Max Herriot
October 10, 2025
Very sad to hear of George´s passing. Lots of great memories working together on the final version of Rosetta Road. From all of us at the office our thoughts go out to you Maree
Rachel Teen
October 10, 2025
So sad to hear of George´s passing Maree, thinking of you x
Margaret and Eamon
October 10, 2025
We´re very sad to hear of George´s passing. Love and condolences to Maree and family.
Bruce Lahood
October 10, 2025
Still trying to process to be honest. Where to start. Mentor, mate, legend ... George gave me my first big career break out of university. And then gave me two other opportunities to work with him - real career highlights over the course of 20 years. During that time, we forged a great friendship and I had the privilege to witness and learn from a business leader who could captivate, inspire and mobilise teams like no other. And throughout it all, cool, calm, yet willing to take calculated risks. And what a legacy he leaves behind, along with scores of people who have benefited from his wisdom, natural talent and people-first philosophy. George would often say, 'paint the picture then put the people in it'. His way of saying that if you could create a vision and then making sure everyone bought in to it, it would become a reality. And boy, did he successfully do that ... on multiple occasions. I'll miss you mate. Go well.
Colleen and John Orange
October 9, 2025
Sending our deepest sympathies to Maree, Julia, Michael and family. George's kindness, vision, loyalty and knowing how to make things fun, inspired us all. He will be greatly missed. Xx
Kathleen Hema
October 9, 2025
Thinking of you Maree sad times take care.xx
Jo Stewart
October 9, 2025
Sorry to hear about George Maree, sad times ahead for you.
Take care
Lisa MCCONNEY
October 9, 2025
VERY SAD TO HEAR OF GEORGE'S PASSING.
Am sending so much love to Maree & family.
Thinking of you all here in Australia.
Lisa, Tyrone & Georja xxx
Deb Anderson
October 9, 2025
I remember George as a passionate people person, an icon of culture change, and an authentic and inspiring leader. He will be missed among the many lives he touched. RIP GH. And to Maree, God´s work has just begun... Thinking of you at this time.
Linda Niccol
October 8, 2025
Dear Maree, sad to hear of George's passing! will miss our random meet and greets in Raumati. Love from Linda Niccol
Peter Sturgeon
October 8, 2025
Maree and family sorry to hear of Georges passing my sincere condolences Pete Sturgeon
Sally Munro
October 8, 2025
I am so sorry to hear of George's death. Love and sympathy to you Maree and whanau. George's energy, innovation and leadership skills were inspiring to me and to many. George has made a huge contribution to a thriving Aotearoa NZ.
Ray Foss
October 7, 2025
R.I.P. George.
A good man who basically came from very little to achieving much. We both worked at Ford Seaview in 1970-80 where George was the H.R. Manager and the person we went to when industrial problems arose.
Condolences to Maree and Family.
Ray Foss
Lois Cox
October 7, 2025
Maree, all my sympathy to you and whanau. So sad to hear of George's death; he was a great example of someone who was a leader, not just a manager.
Barbara
October 7, 2025
So so sorry to hear of George's death maree and family from Paul and Barbara Overduin.
Sue Walls
October 7, 2025
George was a truly lovely man, and one of the best and most inspirational leaders I've ever worked for. Ian and I are very sorry to hear of his passing, and our thoughts are with Maree and family. Sue and Ian
Jackie Pivac
October 7, 2025
George was such an inspirational leader who could convince you anything was possible, and it was! I was privileged to work for such an amazing man and manager. My thoughts and love to Maree and the family.
Debbie Barber
October 7, 2025
George was hands-down the most inspirational, strategic, kind and fun leader I ever worked for. Love to Maree and his family.
Tony Gavin
October 7, 2025
George made a lasting impression on many who worked with him. Former colleagues recall George with fondness both as a manager and for his personal qualities. Our thoughts with Maree and Whanau.
Former colleagues from NZ Emploment Service
Helen Rutherford
October 6, 2025
So saddened to hear of George´s passing! Our condolences and love to Maree and family! Helen and Glen
Christine Rankin
October 6, 2025
I am so sorry to hear this and it´s far too soon to loose such an amazing man.
One of New Zealand´s Greatest Transformational leaders
I have wonderful memories of the revolution he created and the freedom he gave me to thrive.
My love to you Marie.
Wendy Waldegrave
October 6, 2025
We send our condolences to you all at this sad time. A very special man. Much love Wendy & Tony
Jane Libby
October 6, 2025
It is with a sad heart that I send my condolences to George´s whanau. He was a legend and will be sadly missed. Kia kaha
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