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Bruce DAVIS

Hawke's Bay

Posted 1 August 2026

DAVIS, Bruce. On 25 July at Palmerston North, following a short illness, passed peacefully with family, in his 95th year. Loved husband and companion of Judith for 65 years. Adored dad of Belinda and Adrian, Cary and Ellen, and Rebecca and Jonathan. Loved Pop of Sam, Ben, Emily and Isabel. Loved father-in-law of the late Kaye Richardson. A private family funeral has been held, and Bruce was buried at Otaki Cemetery.

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