Brian DUNPHY Obituary

Brian was a real character whom I came to respect immensely when I started at Orewa College in 1980. Great sense of humour, hugely supportive and a running fanatic. Several great parties at his place out on the peninsula. Run on Brian

Thinking of you and your family Annette.

Though Mr Dunphy and I crossed paths at Orewa college.
It was during the 1990s when
Brian frequented Shakespear park that I observed his many attempts at flight. Sometimes successful sometimes not so successful either way was met with humility, humour and determination.
Later in the 21 century I would often meet Brian carrying a huge back pack. On offering a ride in my pickup Brian would explain that he was practicing for his next expedition and very rarely excepted a ride.
These were wonderful moments with a truly remarkable man.
Dunphy family, please except on behalf of the Burgess family our sincere condolences.
Fly on Brian.

DUNPHY, Brian Edward. Born February 8, 1928. Passed away on June 21, 2019. Peacefully, in his 91st year surrounded by his 7 children: Michael, Annette, Paul, Kate, Marienne, Ruth and Brendon. Dearly loved by his in-laws and his 17 grandchildren. "The world has lost one of its originals" . We are grateful for the beautiful care of Brian at Northbridge hospital. A mass will be held for Brian at St Johns Catholic Church, Centreway Road, Orewa on Wednesday 26 June at 12 pm.