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Russen HILDER

2026 · Auckland

Died 13 July 2026Posted 15 July 2026

HILDER, Russen Thompson (Russ). 1930-2026. Passed away peacefully on 13 July 2026, aged 96 years. Much-loved husband of Diana; beloved father and father-in-law of Jude, Lesley and Grant, Neil and Monique. Adored grandfather of Jaimee-Leigh, Brie'Ellen, Cullen, Jake, Rochelle, Kurt, Joshua, and Marcus; and great-grandfather of Avery, Olive, and baby Manton. A cherished brother, uncle, and friend.

A private cremation has been held, but a Celebration of his life will be held at Gulf Harbour Yacht Club, 1299 Laurie Southwick Parade Whangaparaoa, on Wednesday, 22 July 2026, at 1:30 pm.

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