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John GRAY Obituary
CBE (Civ), OBE (Mil), ED, JP
Former Christchurch City Manager, and Brigadier, NZ Territorial Force (Reg. No. 203013). On November 23, 2016, passed away suddenly at home. Former husband of the late Shirley, and greatly loved husband of Olive. Dearly loved father and father-in-law of Vivien and Dennis, Stuart and Jackie, the late Roger and Faith, Warwick and Angela, Maree and Nick. Adored grandfather of Toby and Abbie; Ryan and Esme; Laurel and Eddie; Thomas, Oliver and Sophie. Messages may be addressed to the Family of the late John Gray, c/- PO Box 39001, Christchurch 8545. The Funeral Service for John will be held in the Transitional Cathedral, 234 Hereford Street, on Monday, November 28, at 10.00am. Private Interment thereafter.
Memories and Condolences
for John GRAY
6 Entries
December 22, 2016
We have only recently heard of John's sudden passing. We have fond memories of years gone by,especially with his involvement with Orion. We send our condolences to you Olive and would love to reconnect at some stage.
Best wishes
June and Allan Wright 033183763
Penny Love
December 18, 2016
So sorry to hear of John`s passing. He was a great neighbour to our father and mother. I know Mum and Dad appreciated having him nextdoor and particularly enjoyed sharing in his enthusiasm for travel and war history.Our thoughts are with you Olive.
Penny Love and Elizabeth Anthony
December 7, 2016
Someone who travelled internationally working with local governments once described John Gray as "the best city manager in the world." I was not disappointed when I met him.
He was a great listener and displayed a quick and incisive mind, not to mention a mischievous wit that lurked beneath the surface. He had a knack for bringing the best out of others. He is sorely missed.
Michael Garvey
former city manager, San Carlos, California
Hal Lawry
November 30, 2016
A respected Schoolmate from 1945. He served his city and his country well. He will be missed by the survivors of our class at our next reunion, RIP.
Hal Lawry 6 Com, AGS 1945.
Heather MacDonald-Malone
November 26, 2016
A great friend of our fathers, the late Major Hugh MacDonald (RCR) of Ailsa Craig, Ontario Canada.
They served together and we grew up hearing the many great stories of their military accomplishments together.
Our thoughts are with you.
Pro Patria.
Heather MacDonald-Malone.
Norman G. MacDonald.
Patrick Rossiter
November 26, 2016
We are so sorry to hear that John has passed. He was a great man, and a great friend to our family, both here in NZ and in Canada. From all of the Rossiters and MacDonalds, our deepest sympathy to Olive and the Gray family.
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