Deaths

WATT

May 07 2024 Updated May 6, 2024

Gisborne Herald

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WATT, Douglas. Aged 87. Peacefully passed away May 4th. Preceded in death by his first wife Sandra, the cherished mother of Sonia, Allan and Ian. Survived by his loving wife, June. Remembered fondly as a loving husband, father, stepfather, father in law and grandfather. The celebration of his life will be held at 132 Haisman Rd, on May 9 at 2pm.

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