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Robert AYSON

1945 – 2026 · Manawatū-Whanganui

Died 10 July 2026Posted 13 July 2026

9.8.1945 - 10.7.2026

Died peacefully surrounded by his family on 10 July 2026. Much loved soulmate and best friend of Jan for 59 years, loved dad to Paula, Beverly and Mark and their partners. Adored poppa to Tash, Dylan and Nicole, Aimee and Matthew and Graeme, Charlie, Isaac (dec) and Amelia and great-grandad to Amelie, Layla, Harper and Marley. Loved brother to Lesley Wrigley, Ian Ayson and Kathy Andrews, loved uncle Bob to his nieces and nephews. A celebration of Bob's life will be held at Harvey's Chapel, 19 Ballance Street, Shannon, on Tuesday, 14 July at 3pm, followed by private cremation.

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