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Lewis AUSTIN Obituary

13.02.1949 - 27.03.2025
It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Lew, on Thursday, March 27, 2025, surrounded by his loving family, at Nurse Maude Hospice. Dearly loved husband and best friend of Marilyn, loving father of Melissa, Ryan, and Kirk. Loved Grandad of Michaelee-Jayne, Joshua, and Ethan, and father-in-law of Brett. A loved brother, friend, and mentor to many. Messages may be addressed to: The family of the late Lewis Austin, c/- PO Box 39001, Christchurch 8545. Many thanks to Nurse Maude who lovingly took care of Lew in his final hours, donations would be appreciated, and may be made online at nursemaude.org.nz. Lew's celebration of life will be held in our Westpark Chapel, 467 Wairakei Road, Burnside, on Thursday, April 3, at 2.00pm, private cremation to follow.


Published by The Press on Mar. 29, 2025.

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Ian McEwen

April 2, 2025

Really sad news to read about the passing of Lew who was a real character who I worked with way back in the 70's at B R Homersham Ltd. Lew's technical abilities were second to none which reflected in his successful business expertise. My sincere condolences to Lew's family on Lew's passing

Bev Nightingale

March 31, 2025

So sorry Lew your going to be sadly missed by your family and friends thinking of you Marilyn and family, cousin Bev Nightingale, rest in peace Lew

Bronwyn and Ian Clark

March 31, 2025

So sad to read this we enjoyed our times with Lew and Marilyn in Waikawa Bay. He will be so missed by you all, he was a clever man and such a gentleman!

Roselea Dartnall

March 31, 2025

Our thoughts to Marilyn and family Lew was such an important person in dad´s life and to us as a family friend. Roselea and Howard Dartnall and Marie Phillips

Trudy Longson

March 31, 2025

Deepest sympathy to Marilyn and your family. Lew was certainly a lovely man and although we didn´t catch-up with you both very often, it was always great to have a chat. Lew was always interested and not just interesting.
A special trait in a person From John and Trudy Longson

KZOC Rugby Club

March 31, 2025

Sincere condolences to the family of Lew.
He was a great friend and team mate to all of the Kwazulu Rugby Club.
Rest in Peace Lew..
Owen Rutledge

Wayne Marshall

March 31, 2025

Sorry to hear about the passing of Lew..Played League with Lew in the 60's GREAT MEMORIES

Jo and Wendy( ex Templeton Med)

March 30, 2025

To Marilyn and Family . It´s with sadness we read of Lews death . He was a really respectful man and we certainly had some laughs with him at the medical centre. We realise he will be a huge loss to you all . loving thoughts Jo and Wendy

Lynn Mitchell

March 30, 2025

I loving memory of a lovely cousin, you will always be remembered. Our condolences to Marilyn and families.
Lynn & Steve

Sue and Jim Upston

March 30, 2025

We first met Lew in 1977 when he and Peter Jones put in an irrigation system for us when we were farming at Brookside. He was a nice man and obviously very capable, so deserved of huge respect. We've caught up with him a couple of times since, and he was that same nice person we first met 48 years ago. Our condolences to the Austin family. Sue and Jim Upston

Pam Clearwater (Lawrence)

March 30, 2025

Lew was such a a lovely positive man and he will be sadly missed by us all. My condolences and love to Marilyn and family.

Graeme Hubbard

March 29, 2025

Great guy and fellow Burnside Battler . Lew you were a lot of fun and make sure you have your arm out head high wherever you go . Cheers Grub and Marilyn

Kees @ Cornerstone Drainage

March 29, 2025

I was so sorry to read this. Lew was a genuine great guy and I enjoyed knowing him. He made a real impression on me as a young man, many years ago when I took over my uncle´s business after he passed away. I was proud to call him my friend until this day. Condolences to his family. Walking in Austin Bluewater will be not be the same without his smile.

Niki Johnstone

March 29, 2025

Hi Melissa and family.
My Sincere condolences on Lew's passing. He was a bloody good guy, with a great passion for sport (rugby) and business. He was a staunch Cantab with a healthy weariness of Aucklanders ;). I did have to remind him, most times I was talking to him, that I am originally from Invercargill!
He'll be remembered for years to come.
My thoughts are with you and family.
Love
Niki

Peter and Mary Roberts

March 29, 2025

Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time.
May you find comfort in happy times shared together.

Jeremy Wilson

March 29, 2025

Lew was an inspiration, loved his family, loved life and got the most from every day. He will be greatly missed.

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