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David RUSSELL

2026 · Manawatū-Whanganui

Died 29 July 2026Posted 6 August 2026

RUSSELL, David Noel. Peacefully at Summerset Care Facility, Whanganui, on Wednesday 29 July 2026, aged 83 years. Husband of the late Helen. Loved father of Paul (dec) and Shelly, Sharon and Ron, and Leanne and Jason. Much loved grandad of Mac (dec), Carla, David, and Teagan; Nick, Mitchell, Jaye, and Alicia; Anaya, Mikhala, Jared; and his 13 great-grandchildren. A loved brother and uncle of his brothers and sisters, and nieces and nephews. Our special thanks to Antoinette for all her care and support of Dave. Friends are invited to attend a celebration of David's life in the Forrest Lawn Chapel, 208 Guyton Street, Whanganui, on Wednesday 5 August 2026 at 1:30 p.m. to be followed by a private cremation. David's Service can be viewed at www. dempseyandforrest.co. nz 'Watch Service Online'

Arranged by Dempsey & Forrest

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