On Friday, August 22, 2025 Wayne (aged 81) died peacefully at Hospice Marlborough surrounded by his family and friends. Treasured Husband of Marie Normile. Father of the late Glencora McConnell and Grandfather of Niamh McConnell. Loved stepfather of Richard, James Normile and Natalie Poa. Much loved Koro Wayne to Sadie, Kieryn, RJ, Richard, Christina and 4 great grandchildren. Loved brother and brother-in-law of Lauren and David Buick, Robin Nicholl, Lyn and the late Will Robson, Cindy and Mike Mehlhopt, and Rex and Rose Nicholl. Loved uncle of his nephews and nieces. A special thank you to the wonderful, caring staff at Hospice Marlborough. Flowers or donations to the Marlborough Hospice Trust are welcome and donations can be made via their website or at the funeral service. Messages to 11 Gascoigne Street, Riversdale Blenheim 7201 or
www.cloudybayfunerals.co.nz. A Celebration of Wayne's life will be held Wednesday, August 27, 1.00pm at Springlands Chapel, Cloudy Bay Funeral Services Blenheim, followed by interment at Fairhall Cemetery. This service will be livestreamed and can be viewed on the Cloudy Bay Funeral Services website.

Published by The Press on Aug. 25, 2025.