Cecil MALTHUS Obituary

I have only just learnt of Bill's passing in 2016. As a pharmacist in Foxton from mid 1970's to 1980's, Bill was in my dispensary several times a week. It was a privilege to work with him in a professional capacity, as he was always the same - never in a hurry, always courteous, meticulous, and caring. I still remember his spidery writing on the literally thousands of his prescriptions I dispensed over the years we cared for patients from Foxton and surrounds. But I remember him from long before that too. It was he who diagnosed by appendicitis in 1958, and came on house calls in his yellow Triumph 2000 - with his doctor's bag always on the floor in the back behind the driver's seat. So many memories, all good, after the passing of this humble, caring, competent medical practitioner who knew how to care for patients, including not charging many who could not afford to pay. The world would be a better place if we had more like Dr Bill Malthus.

Will always be remembered by Jim & Jenny Titcombe & Family for the care given while a Doctor in Foxton. He was also a pleasure to work with at the Foxton Maternity Home. He always appreciated the cuppa and biscuits after delivering a baby. :)
Fondly remembered also by Alison Cranefield nee Titcombe and Janice Aislabie nee Titcombe.
Sincere condolences to the Malthus family.

Fond memories and grateful thanks for many years caring for the people of Foxton and our family over the years.

Dear Bill and the Malthus family,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you as you farewell your father and grandfather.
Your friends and colleagues at NZX

Dear Nigel, Keri, Ben, Henry, Tom and Joe and the rest of the Malthus family .... thinking of you as you farewell your lovely father and grandfather. I am very sorry I won't be there. Holding you in our thoughts and prayers. Clare, Don and James

A great family doctor a loyal friend to all, thanks Doc for a lifetime of courteous advice well done, cheers to the family from the Thynne Street kids of all ages, past and present

a true gentleman..good at putting people at ease in difficult times. R.I.P. dr.malthus.will long be remembered for your kind treatment of people in foxton and your funny sense of humour.condolences to the Malthus family.

Always there for everyone.

RIP Dr Malthus you were a great man and much loved in Foxton so many people you helped condolences to your family from the Turk family

A Sweet Gentle Man and a Wonderful Doctor....RIP Dr Bill

Stephen & Susan Beasleigh
Caloundra Australia

RIP

RIP. Dr Malthus .One in a million Williams family .condolances to Malthus family.

RIP Dr Malthus, a quietly productive gentleman, long serving community member. Condolences to the Malthus family.

R.I.P.Dr Malthus.Loyal Dr to the people of Foxton for many many years.A man of few words but always there when people needed him.moulds of Dr,s like this are no longer . condolences to The Malthus Family.Raewyn & Tony Robinson

Family doctor until i moved away, supportive an caring

RIP Dr Malthus, you were the best dr along with Dr Teppett here in Foxton.
Condolences to the Family

DR Malthus, Oh the memories of growing up in Foxton. DR Malthus saved my life 30 years ago and I am very grateful for his quick decision to send me off to hospital when he did. Not a man of many words but a gentleman just the same. May he rest in peace.

Dr Malthus's committed service to the people of Foxton was exemplary. I have many warm memories of working for him and Mrs Malthus.
"Well done thou good and faithful servant"
Ann and Stephen Barber

Dr Malthus's committed service to the people of Foxton was exemplary. I have many warm memories of working for him and Mrs Malthus.
"Well done, thou good and faithful servant".
Ann and Stephen Barber