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Lawrence PILLING Obituary
It is with great sorrow, Laurie passed away peacefully in his sleep at his residence in Hamilton on Saturday, June 1, 2024. Dearly loved husband of Sheena (dec) and loved companion of Mavora Hamilton (dec). Much loved father of Lisa and Stuart, son-in-law of John, adored grandfather to Liam, Timothy, Riley and Rachel. Son of Alf (dec) and Lottie (dec), brother of Rodger (dec), Chappie (dec), and Glenys Mahan, and uncle of his nieces and nephews. A private family funeral has been arranged but a memorial service is to take place at a later date, for all his friends, colleagues and acquaintances to celebrate his contributions to the city of Hamilton and the wider society. A special thanks to the staff at Hilda Ross Village for their care of Laurie.
As the sun goes down on a life well lived, we will remember him.
Contact Stuart 027 238 6588. Correspondence to the Pilling Family, c/- PO Box 439, Hamilton 3240.
Memories and Condolences
for Lawrence PILLING
9 Entries
Derek Woodgate
August 17, 2024
Wow, sad news. Am just finding this out now. Thank you to Laurie for taking me on as an apprentice at Admark in 2008. You were always good to me and were very approachable as a boss (you hated being called the boss). A life well lived.
-Derek Woodgate
Joanna MacDonald
June 17, 2024
I worked with Laurie , running the Nova programme in Hamilton back in the 90s . He was a great boss , full of fun , community minded . I guess because we both had a great love of Singapore we were always talking about Asia . He loved his family v much and taught me some v good things . Warmest regards Joanna MacDonald
Janice
June 12, 2024
A remarkable gentleman who contributed so much to the communities he cared for. Thankyou Laurie, it's been an honour to have known you. Blessings, Janice & Karl Lapwood
Patricia Wood
June 9, 2024
My cousin Lawrence, who doubled me to school in Milton, and called me " Wee Balarta", I have fond memories of you, and will never forget you and your amazing achievements. I am very proud of who you became, and your successful life. Rest peacefully, surrounded by your loved ones, who have gone before. Pat and Tom xxxxxxxxx
Carolyn Reid (nee Blair)
June 8, 2024
Memories from South Otago High School
Kate, Julie & Ken Williamson
June 8, 2024
James K Baxter's poem `New Zealand´ is about our beautiful country. But Baxter´s poem is not just about our landscape, it´s about the impact we as Kiwis have on shaping our Nation: "These unshaped islands, on the sawyer's bench, wait for the chisel of the mind". Throughout his life Laurie always took his turn with his chisel, and he used it with vigor, purpose and an unrelenting commitment to serve others. He was a great Kiwi. Kate, Julie & Ken
The Bryant Family and the Team at Admark
June 7, 2024
Lieutenant Colonel (rtd) MBE
4.1.1941 - 1.6.2024
Husband, father, grandfather, entrepreneur, and soldier. Beloved husband and soulmate of the late Jean Hunter Pilling (Sheena), adored Father and mentor of Lisa Bryant (nee Pilling), fishing buddy and father-in-law of John Bryant, inspirational grandfather of Rachel and Timothy Bryant. Leader and mentor for the team at Admark who adored you and were inspired by you.
You can rest in peace now Dad with Mum, thank you for so many wonderful memories, the laughs, the fishing, your unwavering love and support.
Love you always, you will be forever in our hearts.
Linda
June 7, 2024
Had the previlage of working along side Laurie and Sheena back in1985/86 at Waingaro Hot Pools. Both very lovely people and great employers.
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