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Roger COLES

2026 · Bay of Plenty

Died 14 August 2026Posted 6 September 2026

COLES, Roger Neale. Passed away peacefully on August 14th 2026, surrounded by family, aged 88 years. Roger was the much loved husband of Rosina, father/father in law of Shelley and Mark, Brenda, Neale, Marise and Steve and Bruce. Poppa and Grand Poppa of Cameron, Gabrielle, Kylie and Mark, Fletcher and Nixon, Shaun and Lauren and Lucie, Madison, Zachary and Ruby. Brother of Rae, Brian, Harley and Michael. A big thank you to the caring staff at Cedar Manor Tauranga. In keeping with Roger's wishes, a private cremation has been held. We will miss you Dad. You are always in our hearts. Messages: Rosina (07) 576 2122, Shelley, (email) saunders_s@hotmail.com

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