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Charles WOOLLEY Obituary

WOOLLEY, Charles George (Charlie). Charlie passed away peacefully at Middlemore Hospital on 18 March 2026, aged 79. Much loved husband of Diane, and cherished father to Kevin and Donna and father-in-law to Linda and Chris. Treasured grandad of Amber and Summer, and step-grandad to Joe and Ben. Loved brother of Elliot, Liz, Eve, and the late Vivienne. A truly brave man who will be deeply missed. Forever in our hearts. A celebration of Charlie's life will be held at the Manukau Memorial Gardens Chapel, 361 Puhinui Road, Wiri on Tuesday 24 March at 1pm.



Published by The New Zealand Herald on Mar. 20, 2026.

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Jeff Rowsell

April 8, 2026

So sad to hear of Charles passing, I wished I was able to attend funeral, but I was away hunting at the time. So many good memories with Charles and family on the tennis court, tennis holidays and good banter. His contribution to Manurewa tennis, Netball and the community was tremendous and there are many who should be grateful for what he has done. RIP Charles and hopefully you'll improve that backhand up in the clouds.

Dorothy Warbrooke

April 1, 2026

Well I remember Charlie from school days at Tuakau and Pukekohe High .The class of 52 is diminishing too much.
Condolences to his family and siblings.
Dorothy Warbroke Katikati nee Hayes Tuakau.

Griffiths Family

March 27, 2026

Always a great smile, a warm handshake, and a comical, thoughtful chat.
Sadly missed, fondly remembered.
Thank you for the care and kindness you showed our family Charles.
Rod, Kerri and all of the Griffiths family

Leah Pearsall

March 24, 2026

Charles was more than a friend - he and Diane and the rest of the family became whanau. He was the gold standard in what a father, brother, husband and friend was. Charles had a huge community presence not only in Rewa Rugby but over the last 10 or so years at Manurewa Tennis. My life and that of my son's has been truly blessed by having Charlie in our lives.
"Kua hinga te Totara i te Waonui-a-Tane"
Much aroha, Leah, Dylan & Amelia

Sarah Keen (Woolley)

March 24, 2026

Aunty Diane, Kevin, Donna and family - I was so very sorry to hear of uncle Charlie´s passing. I have such lovely childhood memories or time with your family and uncle Charlie´s cheeky smile and laugh will live on in those memories. My thoughts and love are with you today. I´m so sorry I can´t be at the service due to weather issues here in Christchurch cancelling my flights. I will be thinking of you all this afternoon. Just imagine the welcoming committee he was greeted by...

Eve Limmer

March 23, 2026

To my Dear Brother Charles. Forever Loved and will be so greatly Missed. You will always be forever in my heart Eve (Woolley) Limmer RIP my beloved Brother xx

Megan

March 22, 2026

I was honoured to be able to have called you Uncle Charlie . Charlie was the most caring and thoughtful man, all the time in the world for everyone that he met.
He encourage me to strive to achieve my goals in Tennis!
Would accidentally drop coins down the patio at the house in Manurewa so I could
Claim them!
A huge smile and a laugh guaranteed.
Rest in Peace and Love.

Wendy Moore

March 21, 2026

Charlie was an amazing stalwart of the Manurewa Tennis Club together with his beloved family. A true gentleman, friend and a great mechanic, His dedication and passion for his sport will linger long in the memory of all who knew him.
Heartfelt sympathy to his family
Wendy Moore
Patron, M T C

Kathy White

March 21, 2026

To Diane and family our condolences to you all. Charlie was the best mechanic loved all sports great times at Manurewa Tennis Club Kind our thoughts are with you Ray and Kathy White

Ken Batkin

March 21, 2026

Very well rememberd

Brian WALKER

March 21, 2026

Charlie, my Young/Old mate from Tuakau days. Then our years at Pukekohe High - 1960 - 64. And the years thereafter. You were always a smiling and genuinely friendly guy. I had not seen you for several years and VERRY sorry to read of your passing too young and too soon. Kindest thoughts ALWAYS - Brian Walker - ex Whangarata.

Pat Hira

March 20, 2026

A good mate from Tuakau School, aroha Mai.

Roydon, Judy Griffiths and Family

March 20, 2026

Charles will be sadly missed by many. A man who took pride in his profession and always willing to go the extra mile. Always a Gentleman. R.I.P Charles from the Griffiths Family

March 20, 2026

WOOLLEY, Charles George (Charlie). Dearly loved older brother. You will live in our hearts forever. Love always from your sister Lizzie (Woolley) Stanford and brother-in-law Peter Stanford.

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