Friday 24 January 2020

In Memorium

2019 saw the deaths of two much loved persons. Denis Creed had been ill for several years and died in December of 2019. Vivienne Leachman, the wife of the late Andrew Leachman also died in December of 2019. Both will be fondly remembered by the Wokkers. 


CREED, Dennis Edward:
QSM; LLB; M.StJohn.
09.09.1955 - 07.12.2019
Dearly loved and loving husband of Lucie; superdad for Tom, and Oliver; beloved and respected father-in-law of Jasmine, and Kelsie; adored by his grandchildren Elizabeth, and Edward. A lovely man, a gentleman, joker, leader, role-model, excellent raconteur and BBQ chef, singer, actor, wine connoisseur, fisherman extaordinaire, pillar of the community; intelligent, thoughtful, generous, loyal, and the light of our lives.
An exemplary family man who served his community well.
Forever Loved
Friends of Dennis are respectfully informed that a private cremation has been held. Messages to Marsden House, 41 Nile Street East, Nelson 7010. In lieu of flowers, donations to Nelson Tasman Hospice would be greatly appreciated.


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LEACHMAN, Vivienne Linda
(née Parrant):
11 April 1945 -
12 December 2019
It is with deep sadness we farewell our beautiful mother who passed gracefully at home after a short illness with her three girls by her side. A wonderful wife to the late Andrew, adored mother of Victoria and the late Miles, Siobhan and Conrad, and Vashti and Darren. The most supportive hands-on Granny to Catherine, Fintan, Kingsley and Kobi. We are heartbroken but forever grateful for all she has given us. Mum, you surrounded yourself with your loves: family, friends, music, travel, clothes, design, and nature. You left with dignity and no regrets. A true friend and inspiration to so many. We love you so much. We invite Viv's friends to celebrate her wonderful life in her beautiful garden at 176 Nile Street, Nelson, on Monday, December 16, between 2.00pm and 4.00pm. Alternative venue – umbrellas!