Anthony ADEANE Obituary

My condolences to Tonys family for your loss,not only to you all but justice and common sense.Always remembered for his firm but fair approach and knowing when some one was trying to put it across him.Im greatful for the help and mentoring he gave me while I was completing my assignments as a Judicial JP.My fondest memory in court was when a defendant was sentenced to 6months imprisonment by Tony to which the reply was I can do that standing on my head,Tony had him put back in the dock and advised him ,Is that so,well Im giving you another 6months to get back on feet.You will be sorely missed Tony,Rest In Peace.

My sincere condolences to the Adeane family for your loss.Not only a loss to his family and friends but also to justice and common sense,a man who was firm but fair and did not suffer fools easily.I recallhim sentencing a defendant in Wairoa,who after being given a 6 month sentence replied,Is that all?I can do that standing on my head,Tony replied ,Good heres another 6 months to get back on your feet.He will be remembered by me as a great influence and mentor when I was studying to be Bench Warranted as a JP.A truely incredible man.Rest in Peace your Honour.

RIP. Tony. From those who are left from your youthful riding days. Hamilton 1971

Judge adeane was a very good judge, ....and judge of character ,...with insight and empathy.
I will always remember the words he said to me , and the help he gave me . Bless you judge Adeane and love to your family at this sad time.x

Fond memories of a crazy trip to a Hasting´s Blossom Festival, Glenn Wilson inspired, and summer nights in Gisborne on motorcycles 1971/72.
Not surprised by comments re court room demeanour- always very quick witted.
RIP - Dennis Slade (PhD) Massey University.

My condolences to the family. I am very sorry for your loss. May you receive strength and peace from God. Romans 15:13

My condolences to the family. I am very sorry for your loss. May you receive strength and peace from God. Romans 15:13

It was a privilege knowing Tony. I'm so sorry he's departed. May all the happy memories you have help you through. Sending much love

To the Adeane family, my deepest condolences for the loss of such an awesome man.
I met Tony when I was a fresh faced constable working in Gisborne.
In my dealings with him i found he was a firm but fair judge.
I have a particular memory from a meeting on the road between Waiouru & Ohakune that cemented my respect for him.
Rest in Peace your Honour.
Respect always.
Former constable WSI774

I am very sad to learn of Tony’s death. We were at school together in Gisborne and had a lovely relationship after we both became judges. Tony was a proud Gisborne boy and gave everything in his judial career.

Linda so sorry to hear about Tony.Our thoughts are with you. Kind regards JOHN &JO GRANT.

I am saddened to hear of Judge Adeane's passing. I prosecuted in front of him for several years in the late 1990s and always looked forward to him being on the bench. Very firm but fair, and a great sense of humour. Defendants would often poke their noses into the court and see if he was there or not, as he was known to be tough. If he was sitting, there'd often be a surge in warrants to arrest as they opted to take their chances on another judge. He had a big influence on me and he will be missed.