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William OSGOOD

2026 · Marlborough

Died 1 May 2026Posted 11 September 2026

Passed away peacefully, in the loving care of the Resthaven staff, with his loving family by his side, on Friday, May 1, 2026; in his 91st year. Dearly loved husband and soulmate of Jean, adored father and father-in-law of Rhonda* Osgood, Raewyn and Peter Laughton, Bill* and Pam* Osgood, Allison Hunter, Peter and Tammy Osgood, Robyn and Clem Hill, Jeanene Osgood and Chris Campbell, cherished Grandad of Roydon, and Alicia; Hamish; Kayden, Jane, and Billy; Jessica, and Reuben; Dylan, and Lucas, and great-grandad to his 13 great-grandchildren.

A celebration of Jim's life was held on Thursday, May 7 2026, at 2.00pm in the Gore RSA Function lounge, Bowler Ave, followed by a private cremation.

In lieu of flowers, donations to Gore St John Ambulance would be appreciated and may be left at his service. To view livestream https://vimeo.com/event/5906502 Messages to Resthaven Village, 208 Main Street, Gore 9710. (*denotes deceased).

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