Desmond RIACH Obituary

RIACH
Desmond Douglas (Des):
25.12.1930 - 22.02.2021
Loved and loving husband (and verbal sparring partner) of Jennie (nee Maxwell) for 62 years. He was a proud father of his loving sons, Ian, Hamish, and Andrew, and their wives, Deb, Jane, and Lucille. Loved Grandfather of Claire and Josh; Alice, Nasi and Nadia; James; Amy and Callum. Loved son of Doug and Lola Riach, and brother of Norma Andrews (deceased). Messages to the Riach family may be sent to C/- PO Box 35, Rangiora 7440. The family gratefully acknowledges the loving care given at Oxford Hospital from all the staff to Des and family. In lieu of flowers, donations to The Friends of Oxford Hospital would be much appreciated.
We will all miss him.
As Des requested, a private cremation has been held.

Published by The Press on Feb. 27, 2021.

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HI Jenny and Family. So sorry to hear about the passing of Des.
My deepest sympathies to you all
Kind Regards
Chris Gill

March 4, 2021

Deepest sympathy. What a long battle which he and you all have fought. RIP. Mary Chisnall

March 1, 2021

You will be missed Des, much love to all the family. Bev & John Heathcote

Bev Heathcote

February 27, 2021

Ian Deb James & all the family
Our deepest sympathy at your loss, at 90 you have so many memories.They are forever.
kindest regards
Ray & Ann Harper

February 27, 2021

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