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Alan GARTH

1944 – 2026 · Canterbury

Died 8 August 2026Posted 16 August 2026

10.5.1944 - 8.8.2026

Peacefully at Oxford Court Rest Home aged; 82 years. Loved husband of the late Jenny. Loved father and father-in-law of Robyn and Garvin, Michael and Lisa, loved Granddad of Abigail, Liam, Caitlin, Ethan, and James, a loved brother and loved uncle to his nieces and nephews. Special thanks to the staff at Oxford Court for their loving care of Alan. A service to celebrate Alan's life will be held at Gillions Funeral Services, 407 Hillside Road, South Dunedin at 2.00pm, on Tuesday, August 18. In lieu of flowers donations to Hato Hone - St John would be appreciated and can be left at the service. Alan's service will be livestreamed and can be viewed at www.gillions.co.nz/kiwichannel. Messages to the Garth family C/- Gillions Funeral Services.

Arranged by Gillions Funeral Services

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