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Stephen BAILEY

1938 – 2026 · Taranaki

Died 20 July 2026Posted 23 July 2026

25.9.1938 - 20.7.2026

Suddenly, but peacefully, at Taranaki Base Hospital. Loved husband of the late Melva, loved father and father-in-law of Peter and Merrin, Neil and Kim, Bryan and Leanne, Michael and Toni, loved poppa of Rhys and Deborah, Shane and Olivia, Jacinda and Richard, Fleur and Rob; Taylor and Kieran, Dayle and Tarryn, Chayce and Gemma; Simon and Kristy, Quintin and Sarah; Kelsi and Terry, Corey. Great-poppa of Lexi; Paige, Leah, Bella, Sophie; Emily; Stella, Jagger, Maeve; Slade. All messages can be sent to the Bailey family, C/- PO Box 218, Stratford 4352. Family and friends are invited to attend a service for Bill at the War Memorial Hall, Miranda Street, Stratford, on Friday, 24th July at 10.30am, followed by interment at Kopuatama Cemetery. For those unable to attend, you may view the livestream at www.briandarthfunerals.co.nz

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War Memorial Hall

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