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Donald KNIGHT

2026

Died 12 June 2026Posted 20 June 2026

On June 12, 2026, at Nelson Tasman Hospice, after a long battle with Parkinson's Disease, in his 75th year. Don was a much loved and cherished husband of Cathy, father and father-in-law of Luke and Putri (Perth), Kris and Jo (Melbourne) and Justin (Nelson), and grandfather of Pagan-Rose, Cohen, Indie, Kimora and Kallista. He was a treasured brother and brother-in-law of Rita and Robert, Stephen and Julie, Graham, Andrew and Connie, and greatly loved by their families. We are beyond grateful to all who provided assistance and care so Don could stay at home as long as he did, and the wonderful caring staff of Nelson Tasman Hospice who were there for Don in his last few days. A service to farewell Don will be held at Shone & Shirley, 164 Tahunanui Drive, Nelson, on Thursday, June 18, 2025, at 11.30am. All are welcome.

Messages can be sent to the Knight Family c/- Shone and Shirley, 164 Tahunanui Drive, Nelson, 7011

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