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Timothy SAVAGE Obituary
It is with deep sadness that we announce the sudden passing of Tim, on Sunday, 13th July 2025, in Wellington, aged 51 years. Loving dad to his beloved daughter Emma and devoted partner of Marianne. Cherished son of Timothy and the late Breeda Savage. Dearly loved brother of John, Joanne, and Evelyn. Much-loved brother-in-law of Colin, and treasured uncle to Robin and Alfie. Will be missed by his mother-in-law Teresa, and all his extended family and friends in Ireland as well as his whanau and friends here in Aotearoa. Tim's kindness, intellect, and infectious smile touched the lives of many, including the children he cared for at Wellington Children's Hospital. He will be deeply missed by all who knew and loved him. In lieu of flowers, donations to Diabetes Youth Wellington or Diabetes New Zealand https://www.diabetes.org.nz/donate. Our beloved Tim will make his final journey home to Ireland, where he will be laid to rest at his home in Ballygarvan, Co. Cork.
Go raibh suaimhneas síoraí dá n-anam
Memories and Condolences
for Timothy SAVAGE
19 Entries
Kirsty, Chris & Jacob
July 25, 2025
We're all so sad to hear this. After our son was diagnosed with type 1 diabetes age 4, we saw Dr Savage at our monthly clinic appointments for years. He was always so kind and patient, and made us feel at ease. Our thoughts are with his family and friends.
Hoani Sr, Hoani Jr, Jasmine, Jake, Jimi
July 25, 2025
Moe mai ra Dr Savage, arohanui e te whanau (rest now, sending aroha to the whanau.) Dr Savage looked after our tamariki - he´s an amazing passionate doctor and a kind man, he will be missed. Rest in love and peace.
Hoani Snr, Hoani Jr, Jasmine, Jake and Jimi
July 25, 2025
Moe mai ra Dr Savage, Arohanui e te whanau. Dr Savage looked after our tamariki - he´s an amazing passionate doctor and a kind man, he will be missed. Rest in love and peace, na Te Whanau Gilbert.
Emily, Alex, Eddie and Ronnie
July 24, 2025
Dr Savage cared for our son for over a decade. He was so gentle with us and so kind and helped us to cope with some really really painful times. We will never forget him and will always be grateful. Rest easy Tim we will miss your smile and kind ways at the hospital
Megan, Peter, Harry and Stella
July 24, 2025
Thank you from our family for Tim's devoted care for our now 5 year old daughter Stella. She was first diagnosed just before Christmas 2023. He worked closely with us at clinics and for our pump transition and was always full of vibrancy and empathy. Our deepest sympathy.
Lorna
July 24, 2025
So sad to hear the news that Tim has passed away. Tim was the kind, patient, caring doctor that we first met when our son was diagnosed with Type 1 and we had to deal with the shock and learn to navigate living with Type 1. His wisdom and positivity was always welcome and allowed a stressful experience to be made easier. He was a constant in our lives for 4-5 years. His knowledge and practice will be missed in the diabetes space. Condolences and aroha to his daughter, Emma and partner, Marianne.
Kristal
July 23, 2025
My condolences to Tim's family especially his wife and daughter. Tim was such a reassuring presence throughout the years our son has been under his diabetes care. He will be missed by all who knew him.
Amanda & Ollie
July 23, 2025
I´m so deeply saddened to hear this news. Having a child with Type 1 diabetes, over the past 10 years, Tim and the entire team, have been a constant presence in our lives. He will be dearly missed for his friendly personality, warm heart, and wonderful sense of humour. My thoughts and prayers are with his family, friends, and all those who knew and loved him.
Milly
July 22, 2025
I feel very sad, he was extremely helpful, i was only 11months old when he helped us , and taught me and my family all about T1D. i will miss him
love Milly xxxx
Jo Macdonald, Milly Lo Iacono, Vito Lo Iacono
July 22, 2025
We are truly saddened to hear the news of Tim's passing. When we were first introduced to him at one of the most difficult times of our lives he showed us so much compassion and patience as we learned what our new normal would look like. He and Gilli were an amazing team and we will be forever grateful. Tim, you hold a special place in our hearts and our thoughts go out to his family, particularly his daughter who he mentioned often at our clinics. Thank you for your humour and we will miss your lovely irish accent too. All our love Jo, Vito, Milly and Sofia. xxx
Jamie Godfrey
July 22, 2025
I'm so sad to hear about the passing of Tim. I knew him both professionally, and as a mother of a child with diabetes. I'll never forgot the day he told me my daughter had diabetes. I was an absolute mess and he was so patient, genuine and kind. And so so funny. I really liked his humor and needed it more than ever that day. Sending so much love to Tim's whanau, friends and colleagues.
Nina-Mae
July 22, 2025
He helped me with my diabetes and he was a great doctor. This is very sad.
Melissa
July 22, 2025
I worked closely with Tim at the Children´s clinic 5 years ago. What terribly sad news. He was a truly wonderful person - caring and humorous. My thoughts are with the family. Rest in peace
Gilly Buick-Constable
July 22, 2025
So terribly sad to hear this news. Tim was the first Dr we saw in emergency when our then 4 year old daughter was admitted with type 1 diabetes. That was 12 years ago and I still remember his kind, caring nature toward her and to us then - and through the subsequent years. He set the tone for us managing this journey and gave so much to his job. Our sincere condolences to his family, friends and colleagues. The Buick-Constable whanau
Nick Tucker
July 21, 2025
Very sad to hear this. Tim has been a caring doctor for our son Daniel (12) for the last 4-5 years. Daniel always looks forward to seeing him and Tim was genuinely caring and interested; will be greatly missed. Rest in peace.
Nick, Georgina and Daniel Tucker
Una Carvalho
July 20, 2025
To Tim´s family,
We were in RCsi and he was a year below me.We would have great laughs being both from Cork.This is very sad news.Thinking of all of you at this sad time.
H S
July 19, 2025
Redt in peace, Dr Savage. Condolences to his family in your loss. Dr Tim was a light of promise and genuine caring for our son. He will be truly missed. H & S, Wellington.
Karen Jenkins
July 19, 2025
My thoughts are with the family at this sad time.
Karen Stockler-Jongh
July 18, 2025
Shocked and saddened by this news. Tim, your legacy will live on in the lives of the children and families that were lucky enough to have had you as their Paediatrician. Rest in peace.
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