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Alan BLAND

2026 · Auckland

Died 6 August 2026Posted 13 August 2026

BLAND, Alan. Aged 87 years. Passed away surrounded by family on 6 August 2026. Much-loved husband of Hilary Bland (nee Russell). Cherished father, Pop and father in-law of Michael and Anne, Sarah and Craig, Steven and Sandra, Ben and Monica. Adored grandfather of Ben and Kate, Emma and Sam, Fraser and Lachlan, Olivia and Steven. Great grandfather of Arlo and Ru.

A memorial service will be held on Thursday 20 August 2026 at 11am, at the All-Saint's Church, Cnr Broadway andHohaia St, Matamata. All communications to: c/- Waterson's Funeral Home, 6 Tamihana St, Matamata.

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All-Saint's Church

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