Dear Dennis, a lifetime of growing up together, so many horses, laughs and adventures. Rest peacefully my dear cousin. I hold you in my heart. Faye Bunyan

Many fond memories of us you when we were kids growing up . Will never forget calling you Denis the Menace :) Rest In Peace love Cousin Donna

Denis, we have known you for so long, and our thoughts are with you at this time of your passing. Sincere condolences to your family, you will be sadly missed. Barry and Pam

(F####n Denis) Well old mate the beers are free up there and leave those bloody cow's in the paddocks and let someone else milk them cause you've had more than your share of hard work. You loved your beer and always went to work know matter what (A real working man) Deane, Brenda and family my thoughts are with you at this time as we know all to well it is never easy and for the rest of times things will happen and remind you of your Dad, they say it does get easier and the memories always remain. RIP Denis

Denis, we have known you over so many years, you are in our thoughts at this time. Our sincere condolences to your whole family, we know you will be missed and remembered always.

Enjoyed our time together Denis our chats and the odd beer They were always friendly and we sure had some laughs Will miss you and our thoughts are with Deane Brenda and family at this sad time Russell Tish and Andrew Orringe

Dad you taught me so much about horses, riding and animals. Along with a strong work ethic. I will miss our phone calls to catch up on what you’ve been up to. You will be sadly missed. Fly free Dad x

A knowledgeable bugga with farming skills Will miss our catch ups and chats Rest easy mate

Always thought we had more time and was planning a trip down very shortly. So very sorry I wasn't here for you but I had no idea how unwell you were. You taught me to be the strong, resilient, hardworking and stubborn woman I am. Definitely going to have a few drinks for you. Love you so very much. Keryn

Many fond memories made in Tirau, working & socialising … always a hard working man.

Goodbye big brother thanks for all the support you have given us will miss you terribly & the phone calls fly free love always Robyn & Neal xxx

I love you Dad and already miss the daily phone calls and catch ups, but it's time for you to go and have some peace and quiet until you meet up with those that are waiting for you with open arms. Go and find that farm you were always searching for and have it ready when we meet again. Forever in our hearts and thoughts. Love Deane and Brenda

rest in peace uncle Denis xxx lots of love ❤ cassie, matt, holly n jayden taranaki