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Denis Anthony BLOMQUIST

Denis BLOMQUIST Obituary

Formerly of Banks Peninsula and Lincoln, passed away in Nelson Hospital on January 9, 2026. Loved father of Sarah, Anna and Kurt, respected father-in-law to Blair and Johannes, and cherished grandad to James, Daniel, Inge and Lena. A celebration of Denis' life will be held at Waahi Taakaro Golf Course in the Matai Valley Nelson, on January 23, at 2.00pm. We would like to thank the staff of Nelson Hospital and Coastal View for their care of Denis. In lieu of flowers, donations to the Friends of the Maitai would be appreciated. https://friendsofthemaitai.org.nz/how-to-help/donate-to-friends-of-the-maitai/ Enquires can be directed to [email protected]

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Published by The Press on Jan. 17, 2026.

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Anna Blomquist

January 26, 2026

Thank you from Sarah, Anna and Kurt and their families for the kind words and memories.
Anna

Julianne Sutherland (Innes)

January 18, 2026

With sincere sympathy to you, the family of Denis at this sad time of love and loss. Thoughts are with you Sarah, Anna and Kurt and your respective families. Remembering Denis as part of our childhood growing up alongside you all in Pigeon Bay. Kindest regards.

David and Sandra Innes

January 18, 2026

To Sarah, Anna, Kurt and families.
Our sympathy to you all on the passing of Denis. Remembering a lifetime of friendship and fun.

Athol Curtis

January 18, 2026

Sad to hear of Denis passing, i went to school with Denis in Pigeon Bay and still have fond memories of Denis and i paddling our dinghy around the bay and going for walks around the hills. My condolences to his extended family. Athol Curtis

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Wayne Radford

January 18, 2026

It is with sadness that we hear of Denis´s passing. I remember Denis at the Pigeon Bay School and sailing Moth yachts on the Waters of Pigeon Bay. Wayne Radford Patron Pigeon Bay Boating Club.

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