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Mark CREAN Obituary

CREAN,
Mark Gerard (Creany):
On October 4, 2019, sadly passed away after an unexpected medical event, surrounded by his family and friends, aged 55 years. Hugely loved husband and 'best mate' of Lyndall, amazing dad of Tom, and Holly, much loved son of Pat and the late Joan, dearly loved brother and brother-in-law of Lyn and Ben, Phil and Cora, Bede and Neroli, Jim and the late Kate. 'Favourite' son-in-law of Jean and the late Cliff McGrouther, much loved brother-in-law, uncle, cousin, and a great friend of many. The family would like to sincerely thank Greg, Grace, and the local Emergency Services who provided Mark with a fighting chance. In lieu of flowers, donations to 'Dr Tom on a Mission Ltd' in memory of Mark would be appreciated and may be made at the service. (All donations received will be used to fund men's health awareness). A Celebration of Mark's life will be held outside at the Hawarden A&P Showgrounds (some seating provided), Allandale Road, Hawarden, Tomorrow (Thursday), at 1.00pm, interment at Horsley Down Cemetery to follow.

Published by The Press from Oct. 7 to Oct. 9, 2019.

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Hanna Lowe

October 16, 2019

Dear Lyndall, Holly and Tom, our sincere sympathy to you all on the sudden passing of Mark. Mark was an incredibly generous man always willing to help, he will forever be remembered. Our thoughts are with you. Much Love from the Lowe Family and Spree Xx

Karen Denton

October 15, 2019

Dear Lyndall, Holly & Tom, so sorry to hear of your tragic loss. Thinking of you all. Love Karen Denton (from Cliff's vet)

Tammy McMahon

October 13, 2019

Deepest sympathy to the Crean family. Mark was such a top bloke, who had a sixth sense for hunting hares as well as an incredibly gifted horseman.
Even when things were not going to plan, there was never any helmet fires with Mark, he was always cool, calm and collected with something funny to say. Mark you will be sorely missed.

October 11, 2019

So sorry to hear the news. My thoughts and many great memories are with all Mark's family.
Shelly Murtagh (Moriarty)

October 11, 2019

To Lyndall and all the family our sincere sympathy to you all on the sudden passing of Mark what a terrible shock to you all and what a big gap he has left for you. Our hearts go out to Lyndall ,Tom, and Holly and all the Crean's.Love Liz McGrouther now Newton. x

October 11, 2019

Sincere sympathy to all of the Crean family in your very sad loss of Mark, our thoughts are with you.
Rick and Karen Denton and family.

October 10, 2019

Our deepest sympathy to Lyndall Tom Holy and family .Thanks Mark for all the great memories we will never forget you . The French Family Paul Michelle James Lauren

Eryn Duffy

October 10, 2019

I was very saddened to hear of the loss of Mark. A fabulous all round good bugger that I had the pleasure of working with in the ring'. Always ready to lend a hand and have a yarn. Take care Crean family. Much love.

Lauren French

October 10, 2019

Devastating to hear of Marks passing. The nicest, most genuine guy, who did so much for our family over the years. Our hearts go out to Lyndall, Tom, Holly and all the Crean's.
French Family x

Jo Pasley

October 10, 2019

The horse and rural world has lost a good bloke who has left memories galore. Sympathies to the Crean family and close friends. I'm sure you'll keep him alive with many yarns over the many years such is Mark's legend'.

Lisa King

October 10, 2019

So sorry to hear of Mark's passing.I cannot imagine the massive hole he will leave in your heart Lyndall and for Tom and Holly and for all your family and friends.Sending all our love to you.
Alby,Lisa and family

Tony Rutherford

October 10, 2019

Very saddened to hear of Marks sudden passing, deepest condolences to the entire Crean family. Many happy memories growing up in Hawarden, and the days out at pony club, hunting and the local shows.

October 10, 2019

Our deepest sympathy to Lyndall,Tom,Holly and all the Crean Family on the sudden passing of Mark. He certainly will be sadly missed by all who knew him. RIP. Joan & Bob Stringer.

Fiona Spencer

October 10, 2019

Condolences to the Crean families on the loss of a wonderful and knowledgeable country man.

Kate Bell

October 10, 2019

I'm still in disbelief of Mark's passing. Just one of those people always ready with a smile and a yarn. Taken way too soon. Our memories of Mark are all good ones. My prayers and thoughts are with all of the wonderful Crean families. Hugs and kisses

Kim Hamblin

October 10, 2019

One of those people who you meet and always recall with a smile. Truly a larger than life character who always seemed to have a yarn or a laugh at the ready. I am deeply saddened to hear of Marks passing. Sending my love and thoughts to Lyndall, Tom & Holly at this very sad time.

October 9, 2019

Such a great guy, my deepest sympathy to the Crean family - Ngaire Lamb

Ann, Paul,Emma & Rory Gillman

October 9, 2019

So sad and stunned to hear of Mark''s passing. A great guy who gave so time much to everyone. Thanks for all the great memories and fun times shared, never will be forgotten. Our thoughts are with you Lyndal, Tom, Holly, Pat and all of your amazing family. Xxx

Lisa Tennekoon

October 8, 2019

Our deepest sympathy to the Crean family for the loss of Mark. A wonderful man taken far too soon. Lyndall Tom and Holly our thoughts are with you. The Tennekoon Family xxx

Andrea Manson

October 8, 2019

Our deepest sympathy to the Crean Family for the huge loss of Mark. Years ago, so much fun hunting and showjumping. A true good Man, will be sadly missed - Manson Family Mossburn

Rachel and Graeme King

October 8, 2019

An extremely accomplished horseman who had an amazing way with any horse or pony. Memories flood back of lots of fun pony club and hunting times. Such a great loss to many.
Thinking of you Lyndall, Tom, Holly, Pat and family. Love and hugs The Kings xx

Phil Talbot

October 8, 2019

So sad to hear of Mark's passing,we are going to miss seeing him in his battered old hat with his cheeky grin,thinking of you Lyndall,Tom and Holly.

Shirley Torrie

October 8, 2019

Just one of lifes really good people taken to soon.Sincere condolences to Pat,Lyndall,Holly and Tom.You will be sadly missed Mark with your great grin and sense of humour.

Kate Taylor

October 7, 2019

One of life's good buggers taken far to soon. So sad,, you were always a pleasure to be around Creany, we will miss your cheeky grin. Much love to all the family.

Jules Elliot

October 7, 2019

A great guy whom we had many laughs and good times with. Creany you will be sadly missed. Our heartfelt sympathy to Lyndall and family. Our thoughts are with you.
Jules Elliot (Mayberry) and family

Mavis Harris

October 7, 2019

One good guy taken far to early so very sad .My thoughts are with all of the family Always a ready smilewhen ever i met him love Mavis and Vic

Tracey Mitchell

October 7, 2019

So sorry to hear of Mark's passing, a great man taken to early. My heart goes out to Lyndal their children and Marks family at this sad time

Plesha Silcock

October 7, 2019

Deepest sympathy and sincere condolences to all the Crean Family, especially Pat. So many wonderful days out hunting and jumping, thanks for the memories. From the Silcock Family, Plesha, Kirsten, Mark, Simon and Luke.

Roydvale Pony Club

October 7, 2019

Wish we had the right words to express how sorry we are. Really enjoyed Mark being the course designer for us - both the courses he planned, and the fun we had having him at our events.

Alan Galletly

October 7, 2019

Sorry to read of Creany's passing. A good bugger gone to soon. Thinking of his family at this sad time.

Cait Stanley

October 7, 2019

Always be my second father from when I was growing up. Such a massive part of Hurunui has been lost. Thank you so much for being so kind to me and my family, such a great friend and such a large piece of our lives. From driving the horse truck full of the Stanley family circus when we moved, to teaching me how to catch eels in the hurunui. You will be so missed Creany. Love you forever xx

October 7, 2019

So sad to hear of Mark's passing. He was such a caring and giving guy, always stepping in to offer advice and help and such a Family Man. We will miss his cheeky grin. Our thoughts are with you Lyndal and Holly and the Family,from Marisa & Graciey

Ian Fowler

October 7, 2019

On behalf of the Canterbury Area Pony Club, we wish to offer our deepest sympathy and condolences to the Crean family. Our hearts go out to you and we are deeply saddened by the loss of Mark, who touched so many people. His smile will not be forgotten.Ian and Brittany Fowler.

October 7, 2019

Very sorry to read your sad news . Words seem inadequate at times like this .Thinking of you all.Love Averil Bull

Jacquie

October 7, 2019

The great man who first taught me as a young child to ride a horse! A great babysitter with Lyn! Sincere condolences and thoughts are with you all. Love to Pat, from Jacquie Ching ( née Topp)

Fernlea Manson

October 7, 2019

Deepest sympathy to Mark's family and friends on the sad loss of a truly nice guy.

Robyn Woods

October 7, 2019

sincere condolences to Lyndell, Holly & Tom. So saddende to learn of Mark's sudden passing. A good Bloke gone far too soon. Robyn Woods

October 7, 2019

Our deepest sympathy and condolences to all the Crean family.Thinking of you all esp Pat and Lyndall Tom and Holly, Creano's next ride will be high up there, where he can watch over you all.
All our love and sympathies
The Fleetwood Family

October 7, 2019

Loved your company. Your smile and the closeness you shared with your family. Julie Manera

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