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Colin MACKAY Obituary

MacKAY, Colin George:
Died peacefully on his 76th birthday, Friday, April 10, 2020, at home with family. Dearly loved husband of Sandra. Adored father of Courtney, Kelli, and Grant, and a respected father-in-law. Treasured Poppa of his grandchildren. Messages may be sent to 88 Dillons Point Road, Blenheim 7201. Due to the current circumstances, a private cremation has taken place. A memorial service will be held at a later date.

Published by The Press on Apr. 15, 2020.

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April 22, 2020

Sandra and family a our condolences Bob and Lyn Mawer from 84a Dillons point road

Neill Dorset

April 21, 2020

Sandra and family,
it is with deep sadness that I read of colin's passing. He was a true gentleman and very humble. I have fond memories of him during my time in Marlborough.
Our thoughts are with you.
Neill & Lynne Dorset
Narrogin Western Australia

Bruce and Ellen Owen

April 20, 2020

Hello Sandra, we are sorry to hear of Colin's passing. We have a lot of memories of and with the MacKay and Rosvall families. Colin and I met when we were in the army in the middle Sixties. When Ellen and I got married we found that both he and you were at school with her. It comes about at as we grow older the more of people we know leave this world.
Our thoughts are with you and your family.

Bruce and Ellen

Keith Leadbetter

April 20, 2020

Dear Sandra and family so sorry to hear of the passing of Colin such a shock to read I only just read about it in Stuff this morning.
You may not of heard that my Dad Bob Leadbetter also passed on the eve of Lockdown.

Please accept our love and condolences at this time

Keith & Lyn Leadbetter
Peka Peka, Kapiti

April 20, 2020

Dear Sandra, so sorry to hear of Colin's passing. My thoughts are with you and your family at this very sad time. x Ang Woolf

Kelly Forbes

April 19, 2020

Courtney and family, so sorry to hear of the passing of your Dad Courtney xxx

Jenny Hart

April 19, 2020

To Sandra, Courtney and family. The loss of my cousin, Colin came as a shock. Colin's Mum and my Dad were brother and sister. We visited his family in Havelock North many times when we were growing up. When I moved to Marlborough, I made contact but sadly never got to meet up with Colin again. He was certainly a favourite nephew of my late parents. I am really regretting I didn't make a greater effort to get in touch. Thinking of you all at this time. Rest in peace Colin.

Stu Dever

April 18, 2020

Sandra and family, so sorry to hear of Colin's passing....he was a true gentleman, and helped me so much when I was a youngster in the Hastings CIB....he never panicked, despite the odds in many trickey situations....I will always remember him as a very clever and loyal man. Stu Dever. Queenstown

Ali Roselli

April 18, 2020

Sandra, Courtney and families
We are so very saddened to hear of Colins passing. Deepest sympathy and condolences to you all

Ali, Nardia, Ryan, Rosa, Theo and Holland Roselli

April 18, 2020

To Sandra and Courtney so sad to hear of your loss. Thinking of you. Alison and Kevin Murphy

Geoff & Val Brannan

April 17, 2020

To all of Colin's family, we extend our deepest sympathy at this sad time. I first encountered Colin in Napier and there were many occasions when our paths crossed, also in Waipawa and then Picton. His opinions and assistance were always appreciated and valued. Go in peace, my friend.

April 16, 2020

Sandra Sorry to hear the sad lost of Colin our thoughts are with you and your family at this sad time regards Graeme & Marewa 59 a Dillon's Point Rd

John Kershaw

April 16, 2020

Dear Sandra and family.
So sorry to hear of the loss of Colin, a great and gentle man. Colin helped us so much in our early grape-growing days, always generous with his time and practical in his advice. I'm thinking of you all, especially in these disrupted times, when a family loss cannot be commemorated in the way you might have wished. Love and Best wishes: John Kershaw

Jane Buckman

April 16, 2020

Our thoughts go out to you Sandra and family. Marlborough has lost a true gentleman, a man who was generous to all of his time and experience. Colin was so positive and supportive, he played an important part in helping us learn to run our Vineyard. We always valued his practical help and advice, given so generously to these two newbies. Even in these extraordinary times of isolation please know that we feel your loss.
Jane Buckman.

Tusha Penny

April 15, 2020

Sandra and Family - I am soo heartbroken for you at the loss of Colin. He was possibly the most kind hearted gentleman that I ever worked with. I will be forever grateful for how I got to watch and learn from him during Operation Wilson. The lessons he taught me about how to investigate the most serious of crimes and ensure victims are treated with respect have stayed with me throughout my career. Colin - thank you for helping to shape my career and showing me the way to fight for justice. Arohanui my friend.

Marie Bowden

April 15, 2020

So very saddened to hear of Colin's passing. As a young security officer starting my own business in the 1990's Colin was a great support to me and his kindness has never been forgotten. Also in my time with Victim Support, again Colin was a great strength, especially in some of the larger cases we worked on. May the memories that you share give you courage to face your future. Sincere deepest sympathies. M Bowden

Patrick Johnston

April 15, 2020

So sorry to hear of Colin's passing. Will be greatly missed.

April 15, 2020

Sandra, Courtney & Family - so very sad to hear of my buddy Colin's passing. He is now at peace and fought for so long. E-hugs to you all and hope to see you soon!
Love Kath & Ian Daubney xox

Michael VERRY

April 15, 2020

Sandra, sorry to hear of Colin's passing. Have fond memories of the time we worked together in Blenheim 1990's. Regards Mike & Wendy Verry (Australia)

Pete Halligan

April 15, 2020

My sencere condolences to Sandy, Courtney and the extended family of Colin.
Colin was a great and highly regarded Policeman and he will be sorely lost by the entire Marlborough community.

Barbara Michelle

April 15, 2020

Dear Sandra, Courtney and family, so sorry to hear of Colins passing. Please accept our deepest sympathy. Think of you in these unique times. Stay safe, Love Barb and Wally

April 15, 2020

So sorry Sandra, we will miss Colin. Thinking of you and Courtney and family. Lots of love Chris and Dave

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