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Brent Mallinson SYMES

Brent SYMES Obituary

SYMES, Brent Mallinson. Aged 72, after a brief battle with illness passed away peacefully at home on Friday 27th June 2025. Surrounded by his loving wife Sarah, daughters Bianca and Tasha, grandchildren, Elijah and Ophelia, and son-in-law James. A larger-than-life character, known for his fierce love of family, a passion for all things on two wheels, his generosity, and wicked sense of humour. Heartfelt thanks to Heather, and the dedicated doctors and nurses for their exceptional care and support. The family will hold a private gathering for friends and family to pay their respects.
Published by The New Zealand Herald on Jun. 30, 2025.

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Raewyn FitzSimons

July 7, 2025

Heart felt condolence to Sarah
Bianca James
Natasha
Elijah Ophelia
Another star shines brightly
RIP Brent

Pauline Whimp

July 4, 2025

Im so sorry to hear of Brents passing. I spent many days sharing an office with Brent and loved every minute... except he made his coffees way too strong..... gosh! That was a while ago... Such a clever man.
Strangely he popped up into my head today wondering if he was still around...
RIP Brent. xx

Judy Lyons

July 4, 2025

Oh Sarah we are so sad and sorry your man has passed away. He was a top bloke. Hugs to you and the girls. Judy and Charlie.

Peter & Janice Lodge

July 3, 2025

A real shock to hear this sad news. Brent, we will miss you and all your repartee. Love to Sarah and the Family. Peter and Janice Lodge.

Vanessa Wijnstok

July 3, 2025

Shocked to hear of Brent´s passing.I haven´t seen Brent in 120 moons. Our family remembers the early days in Clarendon Rd as kids, neighbours and friends. Brent your mischievous smile, generous laughing spirit and energy reigned, especially, at those wild parties. Heartfelt condolences to your family at this sad time and a big bear hug to you dear Margot xo

Shane Pickering

July 2, 2025

Devastated to hear the sad news.

Brent was the closest thing I had to a big bro, fantastic colleague and awesome friend. He was one of the most amazing & talented people I've had the privilege to know.

My heartfelt condolences to you all, big Hugs to Sarah, Tasha, Bianca and Margot from me.

You will all be in my thoughts on Friday, and I'll be having a few "Bourbon toasts" to Brent of my own and remembering all the great times we had on what was almost a 50-year adventure.

"Cheers mate, thanks for everything, especially all the yaks, jokes, pranks & laughs ... see you in Neverland"

Take care and much love to you all.

Shane Pickering.

Val & Dennis Wenham

July 1, 2025

Our thoughts and love are with you Sarah and family at this difficult time.

Liz, KC, Ash, Sammy

June 30, 2025

Devastated...Going to miss our coffee song my Cuz. Me and the girls are never going to forget you thrashing us with that song and a great cup of coffee See you soon my family, Our hearts are broken too

Grant Hanna

June 30, 2025

I consider myself lucky to have been able to call Brent 'my friend'. One of those characters, once met, never forgotten. I will miss you. Cheers mate. Grant Hanna and family.

Maree and Les Harman

June 30, 2025

Very sad to read of Brents passing. So many happy memories of such a beautiful human. Sending all our thoughts to you Sarah and all your family.

Margot Symes

June 30, 2025

To my darling creative talented brother you have gone way to fast you should have had those years to grow old. You have been a anchor and a comfort as we have walked this same road together over the last few months. It will be so much harder now you have gone. Love you my oldest and only Bro you will always be in my heart. RIP.

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