William CORBETT Obituary

My thoughts and prayers go out to all the family.I met Bill through his singing and enjoyed his company in the choir.
I fondly remember sitting in his home in Harrison Street and reminiscing stories of his school days , days at Lincoln College , Dunedin's Teachers college.
He could tell a great story and had such a great recall.
He is missed in the Men´s choir and we will miss singing to him each Christmas.
Personally I play music at Millstream once a month and until recently he would either join in singing or on occasions Pat and him danced so wonderfully.
Sadly missed, but great memories.

Bill was a good teacher and calming influence around him I enjoyed his company and noted his service in Lions for over fifty years. My sympathy and support to Patricia and family and to Bill's many friends that he supported and encouraged

Hope Bill had a wonderful send off from you all x My sympathy and thoughts were with you on Monday ..Hug for you Pat and the family Love Kerry xx

a true gentleman

Wonderful memories of our years In Kermode St. Our young families building houses at the same time; and those gardens!!
In more recent years I loved meeting Mr Corbett in Ashburton and catching up on all the family news.
Sending my love and sympathy to Pat, John, Pam, Lesley and all of the family.

My sincere condolences to Pat and family. Bill and Pat were such wonderful neighbours to my parents ( Mary & Harry Maw) at Morgan Street. Mum was always amazed at Bill's never ending energy in that huge garden!! Sadly missed, Bill was a wonderful teacher in my 6th form, I remember he taught us Shakespeare!
Love and thoughts,
Jo Maw x

Our thoughts and prayers are with you and the family, Pat. Happy memories of our time in Methven and of your's and Bill's support and friendship. Anne especially appreciated your visit to her brother and sister-in-law in England.
With our love, Anne and David

To Patricia, Bill´s Family and the Miles Family, sincerest sympathy to you All. Bill was a true gentleman and a great stalwart of the community! Ann Woodham

My deepest sympathy to the Corbett family
A great teacher.

A very well respected teacher and a gentleman .. Bill you influenced so many young farmers from your common sense and dedication to agriculture at college . Sincere sympathy to the Corbett and Miles families .

Bill was one of the special people in my life... and all he did for me,when as a new teacher I came to Methven, has lived with me since 1975. He was a treasure and such a wise man. Sorry not to be with you all at this time..a big hug to you Pat and all the wider family. Chris and I are up at the Sounds and I am sorry not to be able to get down for his farewell. I shall share a glass of whiskey with you on Monday, as in the old days of 4th Form Camps in the local back country. All my love, Lyn W