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Bruce Ian James COWPER

Bruce COWPER Obituary

Cowper, Bruce Ian James (Ian). 27 Jan 1949 - 8 March 2026 At Totara Hospice. A gentle, intelligent and generous man with a huge and soft heart. Loved husband and best friend of Esther, much loved brother and brother in law of Jocelyn and Jerry Drummond, father and father in law of Nicki and Daniel and Grandad to Jackson James (JJ) A passionate environmentalist and appreciator of music, racehorses and pussy cats, lovingly farewelled to Van Morrison's 'Have I Told You Lately' Celebration of his life will be held at Remuera Golf Club on Tuesday 31st March at 3pm Donations to Totara Hospice welcomed.

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Published by The New Zealand Herald on Mar. 14, 2026.

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Graeme and Jill Udy

March 26, 2026

Ian will always be remembered as genuine caring man who always enjoyed his extended family. Please know Esther that you are in our thoughts during this sad time. We hope you will find comfort in the love and memories you shared.
With deepest sympathy and care,

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Gary Taylor

March 14, 2026

Ian was an early stalwart in the genesis of the Environmental Defence Society. As its CEO in the 1980s I spent a lot of time plotting litigation and policy ideas with him, much of it over long lunches at Tony's Lorne Street Restaurant. Ian was an active director of EDS and helped keep us focused and constructive as advocates for the environment. EDS continues, built on that strong and ethical base. He was a very good man.

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