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Richard PRENDERGAST Obituary

On December 27, 2024. After 93 years of a well lived life, Dick has run his last race, slipping away peacefully surrounded by family. Loved and respected by his wife Leona. Loved father and father-in-law of Darcy and Nikki, Karen, Jenny and Warren. A loved Grandad to Chris, Kimberly, Kate, Ben, and great-Grandad to Addisyn and McKenzie. Immediate family friend of Anthony, Jonny, Samuel, Poppy, Jordan. A much loved and admired brother, uncle and brother-in law. A special thank you to the wonderful staff at Ashburton Hospital, Ward 3 Christchurch Hospital, Wises Pharmacy, Three Rivers Health and Rosebank Rest Home for the great care and respect shown to Dick. Messages to Prendergast Family c/- P O Box 472, Ashburton 7740. In lieu of flowers, donations made to St John would be appreciated and may be left at the service. A service to celebrate Dick's life will be held at the Church of the Holy Name, Sealy Street, Ashburton on Thursday, January 9, 2025, commencing at 11.30am, followed by a burial at Chertsey Cemetery. For anyone wishing to view the service online go to www.patersonsfuneralservices.co.nz 'Funeral Notices' and click on Dick's notice for the link.



Published by The Press on Dec. 31, 2024.

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Murray Nind

January 5, 2025

Deepest sympathies my thoughts are with you all
Murray Nind

Russell Williams

January 3, 2025

Deepest sympathy Leona and family.
Sad loss of a great horse man.
Russell Williams

Janet Keats

January 1, 2025

Deepest condolences to Leona and family.
We will always remember you kindness and guidance to Phillip Dicks colours still adorn our home when he won on Awesome Cheval.
Janet Gerald and Phillip Keats

Ron Burrell

January 1, 2025

Leona, remembering the good times that we had together with Dick. Particularly, the times at Coplands Road, Ashburton and the horses.
A great friendship that has lasted a long time.
Condolences to you and all the family

Ron Burrell

Pamela Leslie (Andrews)

December 31, 2024

Leona I send my deepest sympathy to you and your family at this very sad time for you all .

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