Stephen MCVETY

Passed away peacefully at Te Omanga Hospice, on Sunday, 6th September, 2026; aged 70. Much loved son, brother, cousin, grandson, nephew, uncle and treasured friend. Steve's wishes were for a private cremation. In lieu of flowers, donations to Te Omanga Hospice would be appreciated and can be made via https://www.teomanga.org.nz/support-us/support-us-donate/

Do not stand at my grave and weep

I am not there; I do not sleep.

I am a thousand winds that blow,

I am the diamond glints on snow,

I am the sun on ripened grain,

I am the gentle autumn rain.

When you awaken in the morning's hush

I am the swift uplifting rush

Of quiet birds in circled flight.

I am the soft stars that shine at night.

Do not stand at my grave and cry.

I am not there; I did not die.

(by Mary Elizabeth Frye)

Forever in our hearts