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David CAREY

2026 · Wellington

Died 4 May 2026Posted 20 June 2026

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of David Carey and Denise Elizabeth Carey of Lower Hutt. David, aged 79, passed away on 4 May 2026, and Denise, aged 77, passed away on 31 May 2026. Married for 56 years, they were truly inseparable in life and now have journeyed on together.

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