John DUNCKLEY Obituary

To the Dunckley family I´m so sorry for your loss I like to think John for his service even though I never met the family I feel as if I know some of you. Also condolences to the family of Leo I´m not sure if you are related Leo Dunckley I took care of him I was his nurse tech at Tri City hospital during his stay August 1 of 2025 he was a caring and compassionate man. love respect for all the Dunckley family My prayers and my heart goes out to the Dunckley family. Fels

Penney, so very sorry for your loss. Memories are beautiful and, i,m sure you have many.
Kaylene and Bernie Carter

Special thoughts to you Penny at his sad time for you. My apologies for not sending a message to you earlier. Had a message from Alan Menzies who attended the funeral yesterday. Special memories of you as a friend and loyal team member of the Verdon staff. God bless. Denis (Arnold)Turner fms.Auckland

I am very very sad to hear of the passing of John too early in his life. Through our military service together in 1 RNZIR and later with 4 O South we became true comrades' and I was lucky enough to meet Penny and the kids. John will be remembered for his no nonsense and do-it-right approach to soldiering and I sense to life as well, spiced with a sharp sense of humour. To Penny, the kid and grandkids, please accept my condolences and aroha. Where I live in Africa there is a Swahili saying that goes - Mwanadanu atakufa, jina lake litakaa. People will die, but their names will remain.
Ants Howie, Kenya.

With our Sincere Sympathy to you all in the sad loss of John.Regards Sonia & George Kelly.

So sorry to hear of John's passing, I loved listening to his stories. Condolences to the family. Big Hugs, Lisa

. My sincerest condolences to Penney and family at this heartbreaking time.
I had the pleasure of working with John and will treasure them
Graeme Erskine

So sorry to hear of Johns passing so sudden ,he was one of natures finest gentleman held in high regard and respect by all who knew him .it was a pleasure to work with him,Keep those great memories and my upmost condolences to all the family.

To Penney and Family. I had the pleasure of working with John and it always struck me what a gentlemen he was. When he spoke of you, his family, it was always with such pride and love, and I know he will have imparted much wisdom and strength to you all. My thoughts and prayers are very much with you.

Our most sincerest sympathy to you all on the loss of a loved husband, father and brother. Love Jeannette, Wayne, Michelle, Fiona, David & Danielle

The shock of the loss of a loved husband, father and friend affects so many for so long. You will come to terms with the grief. John was such a nice man and friend he will be remembered for many more years. Prayers for your family.

Sincere condolences to Penney and family on the loss of your beloved husband and father. Our thoughts are with you all
Lorraine and Les Mutch, North Canterbury

So very sorry to hear of John's sudden passing. I had the utmost respect for John he was always true to himself. Penny and family my thoughts are with you all at this very sad time.

Our thoughts are with you Penney and Family at Johns passing. I think over the next few days, and weeks as the news spreads, the value John had amongst the Service, even after all these years, is still strong and real. Chris Bamber.

Heartfelt condolences from a first cousin. I have fond memories of John as a young man serving his county in the army. RIP John.

To Penney and family, our thoughts and prayers are with you all. Dale and Annette Meyer

Our thoughts are with you Penney and family in this Difficult time - Regards Pete and Wendy Henderson

An amazingly strong and respected man I had the honour of working beside. Rest easy John, you will be missed. My sincerest condolences to Penney and family at this heartbreaking time.