So sorry to hear of your loss. Arohanui, love to all the family. He will be sadly missed. Xxx

Well done Chris, Pete and kids for honouring your dad, father-in-law and grandad in a dignified and touching service today. Driving into town through Fitzroy won't be the same without him there - but all the memories of our school days sneaking out to your place at lunch time, with your dad and mum there tending gardens, cooking and chatting away with us will live on. Rest in peace Mr Strange. xx

Fly high, Pop. It was a pleasure getting to spend some time with you. Your legacy will live on in the wonderful family you and Dorothy created. Sapphire xx

Cathy, sending big hugs your way. So sad to hear of your Dad's passing. Treasure all those wonderful memories to help guide you through this very hard time. My thoughts are with you as you say farewell today xx

Dad you are my super hero you always had solutions not problems Your glass was always full even when times got tough It has been an honour and privilege to care for you . You always kept your sense of humour , dignity and love of this world. You knew you had a great life and understood not everyone had it easy you never judged or gave people labels You gave so generously to those you felt needed your help I am so proud to call you Dad Rest in peace xx

Cathy, Patricia, Mark, Paul, Christine and families. Years of joys both big and small, So precious from the start Are years of memories to recall and treasure in the heart. Our Deepest Sympathy in the Loss of your Father Will miss seeing him at the window reading the paper and our chats at the hedge. June, Wayne, George, Leaine and families

Rest in Peace Maurice, back with Dorothy. We were neighbours, as the kids grew up and shared those responsibilities - a second home for all of them. Both you and Dorothy were such great support for Ken and I through all the years we lived in Tupoki St, and as we moved on but always remained in contact. Our sympathy to all of you as you say farewell to a loving father and all round good man. Our love, Mary and the late Ken & Ronald; Gerard, Matt, Rachel, Gabrielle & Cat.

The wise old owl sat in an oak The more he saw the less he spoke The less he spoke the more he heard Why can’t we all be like that wise old bird

Dad.,you have been the rock of our family. like the rock of Gibralta. We know you have always been there for us. As it says in St Pauls letter " I have fought the good fight to the end. I have finished the faith . All that remains is to receive the crown of glory." Dad, I hope you know how blessed we are to have had you as our dad. Rest in peace - you've earned it !!!!

Sending my love to you all and remembering your dad (and mum). Our second home in Tupoki st!

We were very sorry to hear of Maurice's passing but we are pleased he had his wish to be in his home when he passed away. We have fond memories of when we visited Paul and Sue in 2004 when our mum was 80, and we came down to New Plymouth to meet all the family. Maurice and Dorothy always kept in touch over the years and it was lovely to read the family news. Mum is 98 years old now and and still talks about her one and only trip to New Zealand. We send you our sincere condolences

Dearest Pop, I will always remember the great times we shared, either on the river or in the garden. Your strength of character, wisdom and kindness has left a lasting imprint on me which I will carry forward. We are so proud of the many things you achieved and the family you have supported. May you rest in peace now.

Cathy and family my kindest thoughts are with you all at loosing such a precious man and father to you all I am sure he will be very proud of you for your kindness and love that you have shared with him His work is now done God bless you all

Ollie: Oh no I’m so so sorry 😢 sending all my thoughts ❤️ Sarah: So so sorry ❤️ thinking of you both. Love and hugs to you and Paul x

Holly: Ohh, so sorry. Sending Paul, you mum and the whole family so much love. Maurice was such a character I loved the time I got to spend with him. Ben: my sincere condolences to you both. Please let Paul know I am very sorry to hear of his loss and sad that I never got to meet his dad.

Many memories of the Strange family growing up in Tupoki Street Glen Avon. Thinking of you all as you remember and his life well lived