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Brian WEST

1949 – 2026 · Northland

Died 4 September 2026Posted 9 September 2026

WEST, Brian Charles (Westy). 02/12/1949 - 04/09/2026 Aged 76 Son of the late Charles and Dorothy West. Loving husband and soulmate to Carolyn and the late Mary Richards. Loving dad to Anthony, Michelle and Rachel and father-in-law to Alisha, Wade, and Josh. Loving pops to Evie and Jack. The West family would like to thank Edmond, Brian's oncologist, and the healthcare professionals and volunteers at Jim Carney Centre, North Haven Hospice, and Summerset Denby Palliative Care. Thank you for all of your support, care and guidance throughout Brian's journey.

A service to celebrate Brian's life will be held at Newberrys Funeral Home 2 Moody Avenue, Whangarei, Thursday September 10th, 2026, at 11.30am.

In lieu of flowers, donations to the North Haven Hospice Whangarei would be appreciated. A live stream link is available. All communications to " The West Family" C/o P.O.Box 5116 Whangarei 0140.

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Jim Carney Centre

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