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Peter GARTY

2026 · Wellington

Died 10 June 2026Posted 20 June 2026

Passed away peacefully surrounded by his family on 10 June 2026, aged 73 years. Dearly loved husband of Angela. Adored father and father-in-law of Joanna & Logan, Sarah & Kieran and Penny & Josh. Devoted Poppa to Henry, Max, Clara, Alice and Lucy. Loved son of Dick & Maureen, stepson of Norma, and son-in-law of Russ & Peg Banks. Brother and brother-in-law of Brenda & Bill, Kevin & Wendy, Vin & Martina, Phil & Nicola, Gilly & the late Jim, the late Patsy, Paul and Lyall. Loved by all his wider family and friends, Peter will be deeply missed. Special thanks to the staff of Millvale Lodge Lindale for their love, care and support over the past 5 years.

In lieu of flowers, donations to the Malaghan Institute may be made online at donate.malaghan.org.nz Peter's Requiem Mass will be celebrated at the Metropolitan Cathedral of the Sacred Heart, 40 Hill Street, Thorndon, on Tuesday 16 June 2026, at 10.00am, thereafter interment at Mākara Cemetery. To livestream Peter's service or leave a tribute please visit www.hcfh.co.nz. Cards can be posted c/- 56 Onepu Road, Kilbirnie, Wellington 6022.

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