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Mark RIDDEN

2026 · Southland

Died 27 August 2026Posted 30 August 2026

From Auckland but most recently Southland. Mark passed away peacefully in the loving care of family and the team at Hospice Southland on August 27, 2026, aged 67. Mark is the loved son of the late Kevin and Betty Ridden, Alexandra. Loved brother and brother-in-law of Stephen* Ainsley* and Jill, Christine and Vaughan*, Denise and Harold, Tony and Sharon, David and Chris, and John. A loved uncle, colleague and friend. As per Mark's wishes, a private cremation has been held. A celebration of Mark's life will be held at a future date when all of the family can be in attendance. Messages to the Ridden Family, 35 Diana Road, RD6 ,Makarewa 9876 or can be left on Mark's tribute page at distinctfunerals.co.nz Thank you to the wonderful team at Southland Hospice for the love and care they shared with Mark in his final weeks.

(*denotes deceased)

Arranged by Distinct Funerals - Invercargill

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