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Brian Charles PITTAMS

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Resthaven Funerals

88 Great South Road

Manurewa, Auckland

Brian PITTAMS Obituary

PITTAMS, Brian Charles. After a long and hard fought battle with cancer, Brian passed away peacefully surrounded by his family on 5 August 2025 aged 89. Amazing, devoted, cherished husband and mate of Barbara for over 65 years. Adored father of Reid and Patsie, Miriam and Erhan, Greg and Lisa; dearly loved Granbad of Alex, Victoria, Tony, Jamie and Kayla. Brian was heavily involved in education throughout his career and was a school principal for many schools throughout New Zealand, as well as holding roles as an advisor, counsellor and NZEI fellow. He enjoined many interests and passions - of most importance are his long association with golfing organisations - especially Whangamata Golf Club where he was a patron and life member. He enjoyed a good beer and was a keen brewer, an avid photographer and his gardening efforts made for many amazing meals. Grateful thanks are extended to the many doctors and medical teams that supported Brian through fight with cancer. Brian's service will be held in the Chapel of Love and Remembrance, 85 McKenzie Road, Mangere on Friday 8 August at 10am. For the streamed service https://iknowit.nz/watch/1129_brian-pittams/ In lieu of flowers, please forward donations to Totara Hospice.

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Published by The New Zealand Herald on Aug. 7, 2025.

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Barbara Hollier

August 8, 2025

My very deepest sympathy Barbara and family,
Hereford Street is a different place, to the one you left, with many two story units.
Regards Barbara Hollier nee Free.

Mrs Brown

August 8, 2025

What a wonderful principal, my children attended Howick Intermediate and he was truly admired

Lynne Jhanke (nee Harper)

August 7, 2025

Such sad news. One of the greatest influences in my early school days. Remembered with deep respect.
Thank you for walking a small part of my journey with me.
Waimiha School, 1970's.

Alison Learmonth

August 7, 2025

Farewell bestest uncle, I will long cherish your humour and compassion. You saw the beauty and worth of people around you and helped many souls find their true path.

Steph Elder

August 7, 2025

I will remember Brian for his warmth, care and strong support of Howick Intermediate long into this retirement. Rest in peace Brian.

Gillian Bell

August 7, 2025

Goodbye Brian, we´re all the better for having known you. Rest easy. Fondly remembered, Gillian and Graham Bell.

Sharon Fordham

August 7, 2025

An amazing caring school principal - so much respect for Brian. Thank you for your profound influence in my teaching. RIP

Carol Duff

August 7, 2025

My sincere condolences to Mr pittams family he was my head master at howick intermediate in 1981 1982 he was loved buy us all he was a loving caring person who will be sorely missed by all that knew him Rip Mr Pittattams from Carol Duff nee Grigg

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