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Philip GARRETT Obituary

GARRETT, Philip Louis:
21.5.1939 - 4.05.2023
Aged 83 years. Dearly loved father and father-in-law of Andrew and Amanda, the late Jason, Robin and Jane, and Carmen and Owen. Much loved Pop of Joshua, Ethan, and Alanagh; Grandad of Thomas, and Jessica; Portia, and Saraya. Adored Poppa of Luca, Scarlett, Lillie, and Emily. A loved Phil and Poppa of Samuel, and Makayla; David, Alex, James, and Jack. A much loved brother of Dugald (Fiji), Barbara (Australia), Elizabeth (USA) and the late Robert and Malcolm. A much loved and respected uncle to his nieces and nephews. Robin and Andrew would like to give a special thanks to their sister for her loving care of Dad. A special thanks to St John staff for their many visits, and the nursing staff at Christchurch Hospital. A Service to Celebrate Philip's life will be held in our Oaklands Chapel, corner of Halswell Junction and Wigram Roads, Halswell, on Tuesday, May 9, at 10.00am. A private burial to follow. To watch a livestream of the service, please go to lambandhayward.co.nz/obituaries and click on the link in Philip's obituary.

Published by The Press on May 6, 2023.

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Becs Wards

May 9, 2023

I'm sorry sorry hear about the passing of Mr Garrett. I'll miss our waves as he drives passed and I'm out shifting fences. Enjoy your wings and fly free. Condolences to all of you left earth side. I'll continue to wave to those who are left here and admire your cattle over the fence.

Kim and Julie Tzvetkoff

May 9, 2023

We were sad to hear of the passing of Uncle Phillip. He always made us welcome in his home. We will treasure the memories of his many stories about family and farm life. Condolences to Andrew Carnen and Robin and family. He will be sadly missed. May he rest in peace.
Love from
Kim and Julie.

Ellesmere Heritage Park Trust members

May 8, 2023

Sorry to hear of Phil's passing, he was a great supporter of the Ellesmere Heritage Park Trust

Michael Hedgman

May 8, 2023

Sorry to hear of Phil's passing. Many memories of the farm days in Heathcote Valley and later visits to Irwell.
Condolences to all the family.

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