19 December 1936 – 14 April 2022
19 December 1936 – 14 April 2022
It is with sadness that we announce the passing of Keith, in his 86th year.
He passed away peacefully on 14th April 2022.
Dearly loved partner of Yvonne.
Loving Father of Michelle, Louise (deceased), Kevin, Donna and Triena.
Dearly loved Pappy to eight Grandchildren and Great Grandchildren.
Funeral service held at Osbornes Funeral Directors Chapel
My earliest memories of Keith go back many years....to my early childhood. The summer days at Keith's home on Bertram Street at the time.....swimming in the backyard pool and enjoying friends and family. As the world turns...our lives progress....and things change. It would be only around 10 years later that Keith would marry my mum....Carole......and spend many happy years together . As such....we became close during my teenage years and into adulthood. One particular memory that comes to mind is a trip that mum and Keith did to Las Vegas. The occasion being Donna and Scott's wedding.....some 20 years ago. Who would have thought you could find Keith and I at the luxor hotel and casino.....around 2.30 in the morning......loosing our minds at the sight of any 3 of a kind on the one arm bandits! Good times indeed. In later years ....on my trips back to New Zealand....I would enjoy our trips to the local RSA....and just generally spending family time with Keith. With mums passing a number of years ago.......as I said....things change.....and Keith found a companion in Yvonne. I am so thankful to you Yvonne....for that companionship through Keith's final years. Yvonne.....Michelle.....Donna......Triena.....and indeed to the whole family.......my wife Sharon and I send our condolences. Our thoughts are with you at this time. Keith....the lord has called you home. Rest in peace my " good buddy". (Kevin Smith.........Waterford.......California)
Funeral service held at Osbornes Funeral Directors Chapel

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