7 October 1935 – 25 July 2023
7 October 1935 – 25 July 2023
CLELAND Neville Robert
Peacefully at home with his family in Stratford on Tuesday 25 July 2023.
Dearly loved husband and soul mate of Ruth for 63 years.
Special Dad of Bruce and Bronwyn, Lorraine and Carl Bevins, and Warren and Leigh.
Cherished Grandad of Kerri and James, and Shaun and Nicky; Andrew and Samantha, Jared and Christine, Kelsi and Leigh; Tori, and Sam.
Adored by his 9 great-grandchildren. His teasing and gentle nature will be missed by all.
In preference to flowers, please consider a donation to the Taranaki Rescue Helicopter Trust.
Messages to the Cleland family may be left on Neville’s tribute page at eagars.co.nz/neville.
A service to celebrate Neville’s life will be held at the Stratford War Memorial Centre, Miranda Street, Stratford on Monday 7 August 2023 at 11am, followed by his burial at Koputama Cemetery.

Funeral service held at Stratford War Memorial Centre
Dear Ruth, condolences to you and your lovely family. Jocelyn Croad nee More Brisbane
Deepest sympathy to Ruth and family from Hugh and Mary Cleland and family. We so appreciated the opportunity, with Jocelyn, to be part of the funeral online from Hamilton
Dear Aunty Ruth and Family Sorry to hear about the passing of Uncle Neville. I have very fond childhood memories of my time at Gordon Road and those early morning starts at shearing time. Thinking of you all at this sad time. Love to all from the UK Mores. David and Family
I have so many fond childhood memories of you Uncle Neville, from those infamous horse bites to eating your Christmas lunch so slow… making us kids wait for you to finish before we could have dessert. I absolutely loved your wicked sense of humour and your naughtiness. You will be so missed. Our thoughts are with you Aunty Ruth, Bruce, Lorraine & Warren (and families). Sending you all a big cuddle. Marise Xxxx (Nigel, Jared & Liam)
Thinking of you at this sad time. Neville was such a lovely man - will miss his sense of humour and that cheeky twinkle in his eyes. Sending you all much love. ❤❤❤ Leanne & Mark xx
We wish to extend to Ruth and family our very deepest sympathy at this sad time. A lovely man who will be very sadly missed. Our last memories are with you both in your beautiful garden. Our thoughts are with you.
We are saddened to hear of Neville's passing. He was an early member of the Taranaki Gliding Club, and thanks to him and his fellow enthusiasts, the Club has a sound base and continues to provide the sort of companionship and flying opportunities that Neville contributed to in the early years. We offer our sincere condolences to your family. John Tullett, Taranaki Gliding Club
Our thoughts are with you Ruth and family as Neville was a great person and will be sadly missed. Love from all the Waikato Cleland`s
Our Thoughts are with you From all the Henry Family From Gordon Road Toko. Our Deepest sympathy to you Ruth and all the Cleland family. Thinking of you all at this very sad time.Kindest Regards from Don and Irene,Daphne and Murray,Jeanie and Gary.
Such a nice person who has been in our lives for so long.Our sympathies Ruth
Deepest sympathy Ruth an family at this very sad time. We will remember Nevilles big smile while playing. He enjoyed his game. Park Croquet Club. Hawera
Thinking of you Ruth at this sad time, what a wonderful life you both had sharing many happy years and I’m sure the memories that you have will remain precious always. Alison O’Byrne
To Ruth & family So sorry to hear of Neville's passing. You've had a wonderful long life together - so many memories to cherish. Thinking of you all at such a sad time. Warmest Regards Lynne
So sorry to hear of Neville's passing Ruth, but boy you had a great life together didn't you and what's more you've left a great family as well. Thanks so much for all the enjoyable hours of badminton over the years, plus tennis with Bruce and his mate Alistair Murdoch and of course Bronwyn's company with her parents as well, such happy memories.
Kind and caring thoughts to Ruth and all the family. Delightful memories of Neville in the grand garden that you both created and brought joy to many. RIP dear Neville.

Funeral service held at Stratford War Memorial Centre

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