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David ORFORD

2026 · Auckland

Died 13 August 2026Posted 15 August 2026

ORFORD, David Edward Wilson. On 13 August 2026, passed away aged 89 years. Dearly loved husband of Lorraine for 65 years. Loved father and father-in-law to Deane and Louise, Gary and Deidre, Glenn and Doreen. Much loved grandfather and great grandfather of Angelica, Kelsey, Connor, Hamish, Jodie, Tara, Josh, Keira and Kiwa. Loved brother of Neville (deceased), and brother-in-law of Alan and Maureen (deceased).

A service will be held at the Maungaturoto Centennial Hall, 44 View Street, Maungaturoto on Tuesday 18 August 2026 at 11:00am followed by a private cremation. Special thanks to the staff of Ward 14 Whangarei Hospital who cared for David over the past two weeks. Your support has been greatly appreciated.

Messages to the Orford family c/- PO Box 4324, Kamo, Whangarei 0141.

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Maungaturoto Centennial Hall

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