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John Fraser HUGHSON

John HUGHSON Obituary

Passed away on October 11, 2025, age 98, with loving family at his side. Dearly loved husband of Yvette (deceased). Beloved brother of Ruvae Britten and Peter (deceased). Much loved father and father-in-law of Julie and Malcolm, Richard (deceased) and Cathy, Ian and Annette, Gay and Ross, Fiona and Peter. Cherished Grandie of 11 grandchildren and 19 great-grandchildren. A lifelong friend of Reid Cowan. Fraser was a proud West Coaster, exceptionally creative, a fixer and maker of everything. Heartfelt thanks to all who visited or assisted in Fraser's care. Your compassion, love, and friendship was very appreciated by Fraser and his extended family. According to our Dad, "You were all good people." In keeping with Fraser's wishes, a private cremation has been held. We would love you to join us in celebrating his life with good food, laughter, and stories on Saturday, November 22, 2025 at 11.00am, at the West Eyreton Hall, 2 Earlys Road, West Eyreton 7475. Children and dogs welcome.


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Published by The Press on Oct. 18, 2025.

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Rick & Jocelyn Lowe

November 3, 2025

Sad to hear the passing of Fraser it was only week before his 98 birthday that I last visited him.
I worked with Fraser in the Westland Catchment Board where we were both involved in River Engineering. We keep in touch over the years and Fraser always enjoyed a yarn on the phone.
A very talented man in his workshop. One of Fraser's favourite sayings that I recall was " You have got to keep your powder dry man". A great bloke and I will miss his phone calls.

Pamela Englefield-Absolum

October 21, 2025

Remembering all the great days of 1970s with Frse, Yvette and family,
"Like a bird singing in the rain, let grateful memories survive in a time of sorrow." - Robert Louis Stevenson

Ron & lorna Petersen

October 20, 2025

Our condolences to family members.Fond memories of Fraser who always made us welcome on our visits to Rangiora,his knowledge in woodturning was given freely,history of his involvement of the West Coast and the people he knew akin to us.RIP Fraser and may a Totara seedling take your place one day near your favourite Coast spot >Ron & Lorna

Carolyn Luck

October 18, 2025

Fraser was a truly lovely man.
A great West Coaster.
Fraser and Yvette were such a lovely couple, kind, caring, just the best.
My love and sympathy to Julie, Ian, Gay, Fiona and their families.
Carolyn Luck (nee McMath)

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