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David ANDERSON

2026 · Manawatū-Whanganui

Died 14 May 2026Posted 17 June 2026

ANDERSON, David William (Dave). 1945 - 2026 Dave passed away peacefully surrounded by his loving family, on Thursday 14th May 2026, at Summerset Care Centre, aged 80 years. Dearly loved husband and best friend of Anne. Much loved father and father-in- law of Craig and Louise, Lisa and Carl Murphy, and Grant and Phoebe (Brisbane). Cherished Grandad of his six grandchildren: Jack; Ashlee, Sam; Lucas, Selene, and Theia. Loved brother and brother-in-law of Dawn and the late Laurie Tomlinson (Taihape), and Bruce McLean (dec), and Robbie McLean (dec). A treasured uncle to all his nieces and nephews. Dave was a proud Life Member of the Marist Rugby Club and the Aramoho Bowling Club. Friends are invited to attend a celebration of Dave's life in the Forrest Lawn Chapel, 208 Guyton Street, Wanganui on Monday, 18th May 2026 at 11.00am. to be followed by a private cremation. Dave's service can be viewed on dempseyandforrest.co. nz watch services online.

Arranged by Dempsey & Forrest

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