Also known as "Pieter"
21 May 1930 – 5 July 2026
Also known as "Pieter"
21 May 1930 – 5 July 2026
Petrus Nicolaas ROMIJN
Petrus Nicolaas ROMIJN (Piet or Peter), 96, passed away peacefully in the presence of his family on Sunday, 5 July in Waikanae.
Petrus was the sixth of nine children born to Martinus and Marie in Lisse in the Netherlands. He is survived by his devoted wife of 70 years, Cornelia (Corry), his son, Simon and his wife, Jane, and their children, Frederica and Dominique and his son, Paulus and his partner, Stella and their children, Jacob and Maria.
He is also survived by his youngest brother, Leo and his wife, Truus, his sister-in-law, Annie and his family around the world. Petrus was close to his six nephews in New Zealand: Maarten, Michael, John, Robert, Richard and Kevin and their deceased mother, Helena.
Messages and tributes can be placed in Piet's tribute book below.
The celebration of Petrus’ life will be held at the Cedarwood Chapel (Waikanae Funeral Home), 17-21 Parata Street, Waikanae on Thursday, 9 July at 2:00 pm.
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Funeral service held at Cedarwood Chapel
Dear Corry and family It was a pleasure to know your husband Corry. He was a great character and we had many laughs with you both over the years. My sincere condolences to you and your family. Val Crowley (Paddy’s sister-in-law)
Sincere condolences Corry, Paulus, Simon and families. Pieter was always welcoming and interested back in the 1980’s at Westview Grove. Hope you can celebrate his long life. May he rest in peace.
To Corry and the whole Romijn family We are sorry to hear that Peter has died - he was a true gentleman. Please accept our deepest condolences - this is never an easy time. From Johnny and Linda De Gregorio & Family

Funeral service held at Cedarwood Chapel

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