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Nelson KENNEDY Obituary

KENNEDY,
Rev Nelson James:
It is with great sadness we advise that on May 19, 2020, Nelson passed away peacefully with family present at Christchurch Hospital after a long illness, aged 78 years. Dearly beloved husband and eternal companion of Alison. Much loved father and father-in-law of Sean and Sharon, Stephan and Dee, Rhys (Sydney), Kashia and Mikey (Melbourne), Nathan and Tracey, and Kieran and Briar. Grandfather of 10, Chelsea, Blake, Madison, Shelby, Felicity, Juno, Bradley, Skylar, Romy, and Grace. Brother of Frances (deceased), David (Brisbane), Sid, and Erin (Kerikeri). Due to the current restrictions, an invitation only service will be held.
Published by The Press on May 23, 2020.

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Alan Roui

June 4, 2020

Rest in Peace, Nelson.

From Alan Roi of the Ferrymead Tramway.

May 31, 2020

Dear Alison and family,
The congregation of St Marks would like to express our deepest sympathy and love to you all. Nelson is remembered fondly for his love and care of the ST Marks whanau and excellent sermons. A real gentleman in all ways. While we acknowledge his loss, we rejoice that he now sits in the presence of God.
St Marks Anglican church Marshland

Catherine Haenga

May 23, 2020

Deepest and heartfelt sympathies Alison and family.

Rest in Peace Nelson - reminiscing some great memories of a special workplace you helped create.

Irene Nelson

May 23, 2020

Kia ora Alison, SId, Erin and David,
I was sad to read of Nelson's death. As Piki's cousin I got to know you and your whanau through the many visits I was able to make to Ve and Jim while they were with us.
May your memories of him be treasures to comfort you.
Ma te Atua e koutou e manaaki. Arohanui Irene Nelson

May 23, 2020

My deepest sympathy Nelson's family especially Alison. Nelson was a real gentleman with a great sense of humour and I had the pleasure of training and working with him in the Burwood Anglican Parish. Rest in peace my friend. Janice

Stephen Piercy

May 23, 2020

Rest in Peace

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