20 November 1956 – 14 August 2021
20 November 1956 – 14 August 2021
Peacefully at Te Rangimarie Hospice, New Plymouth on Saturday 14 August 2021, aged 64.
Father of Simon and grandfather of Hine and Marama.
Loved brother of Roy and Helen, Gail and Russell Hardy, Glenn, and Maureen.
Respected uncle of his niece and nephews.
Messages to the Skedgwell family may be left on Russel’s tribute page at eagars.co.nz/russel.
Due to Covid-19 Level changes, Russel will be cremated and the family will hold a memorial service for him when unrestricted gatherings are once again allowed.

Funeral service held at Eagars Te Henui Chapel
Always in my heart brother Russel. I remember all the good times we had together. My condolences to all the family.
I remember Uncle Russell from when i was a little girl. He married my Mum's sister,i was only young but i attended their wedding. Uncle Russell was such a handsome man.A couple of times in my childhood ,Uncle Russell and Aunty Gail lived nearby. Foxton and Rata. I remember Russell as being quiet ,peacable with long wavy hair. Simon was born on my birthday, Aunty Gail said he was my birthay present.👍 I think Simon is like his Dad quiet , thoughtful and long wavy hair😏I wonder if Russell loved plants and gardens like Simon? I believe in Gods promise at Revelation 21:3,4 and i look forward to a better time when we will meet our loved ones again.John 5:28,29. Rest in Peace ,Uncle Russell Lots of Love Stella and Nessa. we were both at your wedding 💚❤
Grew up together. Best mate always. Rest in peace brother. Russell White
Condolences to the Skegwell family. Russel a good friend from earliest primary school days and since. A gutsy bloke and always a loyal friend. RIP.
Our condolences to Russel's family. A sad loss of a great workmate and good guy. Andy and the team at Bidfood New Plymouth.
fly free my cousin guess we wont be having a beer together. going to miss our Facebook chats. rest free of pain until we meet again in heavens gardens 💔

Funeral service held at Eagars Te Henui Chapel

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