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ORR: Gavin John

Date of passing: Monday, 22 June 2026
Service date and time: 11:00 AM Monday, 29 June, 2026
Service venue: Dempsey and Forrest - 208 Guyton Street Whanganui

Unexpectedly at home in Whanganui on Monday 22 June 2026, aged 76 years.
Much loved husband of the late Gayleen.
Loved and cherished dad of Nikita and David Purvis.
Treasured grandad to Alexis, and Emily.
Loved brother of Joanne, Malcolm, and Raymond.
Will be missed by all his friends in the Zephyr and Zodiac Club.
Friends are invited to attend a celebration of Gavin’s life in the Forrest Lawn Chapel, 208 Guyton Street, Whanganui on Monday 29 June 2026 at 11:00 am to be followed by a private cremation.

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