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John Merrick STEIN

John STEIN Obituary

Of Paraparaumu. Peacefully at home surrounded by his loving family on Monday 4 August 2025. Aged 68 years. Much loved husband of Sue. Adored father and father-in-law of John & Meaghan, Phillip & Ewelina, Hannah & Tom, and Melody & Kane, and Catrina. Treasured Grandad of Samuel, Noah, Eli, Ella, Mackenzie, Indiana, Scarlett and Piper. Loved brother and brother-in-law of Susan (dec) & Rockey, Fiona & Phil, Aevryl & Ken, and uncle of Regan. Heartfelt thanks for the exceptional care given to Merrick by Hospital and Hospice staff. A service to farewell Merrick will be held at the Southward Theatre, Otaihanga Road, Paraparaumu, on Friday 15 August 2025 at 11.00am, to be followed by a private family burial. In lieu of flowers, donations to the Mary Potter Hospice ([email protected]) would be appreciated. Messages can be placed on Merrick's tribute page at www.tributes.co.nz

"Thank you for the music"


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Published by The Post from Aug. 6 to Aug. 9, 2025.

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Annie & Dennis Barton

Yesterday

Dear Sue and family. Our sincere condolences hearing of the passing of Merrick, taken too soon.
He will leave a huge void in your lives. We remember him with fondness. Sending love to you at this time. Xx

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August 6, 2025

My brother's best friend. He encouraged him in music.
I have only met him once, but from the things my brother said it sounds like he was enthusiastic about helping him and others.

Chelsea

August 6, 2025

Mr Stein,
You will forever be my favourite teacher. Working with you for a year in music was truly the best. Whenever I didn´t get something right or was having Chromebook troubles, you wouldn´t be angry. You would sit down with me and try to help. You were so kind and full of joy. Truly an amazing person. I will forever miss seeing your face around school and saying hello and asking how you were. School lost an amazing person and everyone will miss you. Rest in peace Mr. Stein. May the music live on, may your life live on through memories and music.

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