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SYMES: Harold Thorley

Date of passing: Saturday, 15 August 2026
Service venue:

A private Family Service has been held.


Passed away 15 August 2026 in his 92nd year.
Dearly loved Husband of Jocelyn for 67 years.
Adored and deeply loved Father of Tony and Claire, Ian and the late Anna, Ricky and Kylie, Christina and Bryan Wilson.
Friend of Claire.
Treasured Pabby to his Grandchildren and Great Grandchildren.
A great supporter and friend to the Waverley and Whanganui Communities.
All messages C/- Harold Symes family, P.O. Box 341, Whanganui.
A private Family Service has been held.

Dempsey & Forrest
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Fran & Sharon Souness on 22-08-2026 02:33 PM
Our thoughts are with Jocelyn & family
Kaye and family on 22-08-2026 03:46 PM
Jocelyn and Family,
Our thoughts are with you all at this sad time.
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