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Murray COOKE

2026 · Auckland

Died 11 July 2026Posted 18 July 2026

COOKE, Murray John (Cookie). Passed away peacefully at home on 11 July 2026, aged 83 years. Beloved husband of the late Jan. Much-loved son of the late Matira (Tira) and John Cooke, and stepson of the late Valmai. Dear brother-in-law of Robyn Carruthers and Pete East; Colin Carruthers and Deborah Coddington; David and Caroline Carruthers, and a cherished uncle and great-uncle.

A service to celebrate Cookie's life will be held at 11.00 am on Wednesday 22 July 2026 at Graham's Funeral Home, Tuakau. All communications to The Family of Murray Cooke, c/- Graham's Funeral Home, PO Box 38, Tuakau 2342.

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