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Alex MATHESON

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Hagedorns Buller Funeral Services

Cnr Wakefield &, Derby Street, Westport

Buller, West Coast

Alex MATHESON Obituary

Passed away peacefully on Sunday, 24 August 2025 in the presence of his loving wife Philippa and daughter Rosie, aged 79. Much loved dad of Alex, Lara, Anna and Krista, and grandad of Stefanija, Mowgli, Liam, Caitlin, Greta, Amelia, George, and Ethan. Cherished brother to Mary, Gay, Helen, Angela, Jim, and Don. A Funeral Service to celebrate Alex's life will be held at FW Hagedorn Memorial Chapel, 123 Derby Street, Westport, on Friday, 29 August at 1.00pm, followed by an interment at the Orowaiti Cemetery. Tributes may be left at, and a livestream of his service can be accessed at www.hagedorns.co.nz/tributes. Messages of love and support can be sent to Philippa and family at 88 Peel Street, Westport 7825.


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Published by The Post on Aug. 26, 2025.

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Mark and Mandy Baldwin

August 29, 2025

Arohanui Philippa and Rosie, with love from Mark, Mandy, Gwyn and Scarlett

Vicki Jones

August 29, 2025

Thinking of you and Rosie today Philippa, I know you hearts will be heavy at the loss of your beloved Alex.

Annette Oliver (Grossi)

August 29, 2025

On behalf of the Boyce/Grossi family sending our deepest
sympathy to Philippa, Rosie and extended family.
I know Joanne Boykett, who passed away on 5.04.25,
Would want me to pass on our thoughts.

David Webber

August 28, 2025

My deepest condolences to Phillipa and family. I had the great privilege of working with Alex over many years in foreign affairs and international development. He was a fine man and a good friend.

Isi and Maria

August 27, 2025

My deepest condolences dear Philippa. Rejoice in the fact that Alex is already enjoying God´s Glory.
May God grant you the emotional , spiritual, and physical strength to face your loss.
Sending love and hugs of sympathy to you and Rosie

Bernard and Julie O'Connor

August 26, 2025

Deepest sympathy from our family to yours.

Stephanie and Alan Bowe

August 26, 2025

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

Chelle Gutwein

August 26, 2025

May the memories of the awesome adventures during the healthier years bring you all peace and joy in the days to come. Loved his visits to Ohio and Indiana. Sending lots of love filled hugs and prayers for strength.

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Cnr Wakefield &, Derby Street, Westport Buller, Buller