Search by Name

Search by Name

David GILMOUR Obituary

GILMOUR, David Ewen (Westie). Passed away suddenly at his home at Port Waikato on October 3, 2014. Precious husband to the late Cathy, adored son of Janet and the late Jim (Oratia), loved brother and brother-in-law of Lyal and Rachel (Hamilton), Tony and Julie (Paparoa). Beloved Uncle of Lydia and Ellie, Jena, Petra, Nelson and Flynn. A wonderful Dad to his dog Rupert. Ewen we are so proud of everything you achieved as a comedian (Billy T winner and Comedian of the Decade) and all the work fundraising for Variety. You gave so willingly to so many in their time of need. We love you so much and will miss your sharp wit. Rest well beside Cathy. With much love from us all. In lieu of flowers donations to Variety would be appreciated. Communications to Janet Gilmour care of Ewen's Manager, Hilary Coe, [email protected] or PO Box 203-035, Waiau Pa, Auckland 2345. A funeral for family and friends will be held on Wednesday 8th October at midday at the Tuakau Town Hall. A Public Memorial Service is being planned. Details to be announced shortly.



Published by The New Zealand Herald on Oct. 6, 2014.

Memories and Condolences
for David GILMOUR

Not sure what to say?





30 Entries

Bronny Meads

October 13, 2014

I feel quite numb that you have gone Ewen. We spent 6 intense, loving, incredible, full of everything months together, and that morning you passed I thought of you. I didn't think that shortly after I would hear this sad news. I will always hold dear to me the part of my life that had you in it. I cant imagine PDoubleYa without you. Lovely to see the photo from Hunterville, a real special time. I will come and visit some time. Love always Bronny the BS girl.

Lorraine Hayne

October 11, 2014

Ewen you will be sadly missed. I met both you and Cathy through Variety. The only comfort for us left behind is that you and Cathy are now reunited. Evo and I had a fundraiser tonght and all our guests paid tribute to you. Rest in peace.You may be gone but you will hold a piece of our hearts forever.

Renate Parry

October 10, 2014

From our family to you and yours, xx

Renate Parry

October 10, 2014

A nation grieves with the loss of this talented and wonderful man. While many of us never knew him personally, we all 'knew' him as our 'Westie'. Loved from afar and will be missed by many.

Peter & Jane Emerson

October 9, 2014

To the Gilmour Family,
My name is Jane Emerson & my husband is Peter, we were so shocked to hear that Ewen passed away he was such a great man thinkin of all the family Jane & Peter

nicola painter

October 8, 2014

You were a wonderful celebrant at our son's wedding. Glad we saw you at the Classic a few weeks back. Keep 'em laughing.

Emma Curtis

October 8, 2014

RIP Ewen. Both Cathy and yourself will live on in our memories. My condolences to your family and friends.

Jo Aldworth

October 8, 2014

An awesome man who was very talented and very down to earth. A lovable guy that loved to make you laugh. Your smile westie we will miss, as your time here is done may the candles guide you a new path to your future journey. Missed by all, love to all your family, friends, and people you have touched along the way.

David Kelly

October 8, 2014

You'll always be remembered mate. Lots of great memories with the Blue Thunder Racing NZ drag team. Funniest chute packet we ever had. All the charity work that a lot of people are just finding out about. Condolences to the family.

October 8, 2014

RIP Ewen Gilmour

Robbie Greenslade

October 8, 2014

Briefly met. Never forgotten. Thoughts with family and friends meeting to celebrate your rich and generous life.

Raewyn Macdonald

October 8, 2014

You always knew you were going to be a comedian, way back when landscaping with the boys. You did mate and did it brilliantly. RIP

Kim Hansen

October 8, 2014

Thank you for your friendship, memories, support, laughter & possum deflecting. Awesome. Back with your beautiful Cathy. Love Kim, Teagan, Samara & Cody Hansen xxx

Mary Peck

October 8, 2014

The guy everyone fell a little bit in love with...very special man will be truly missed

Michelle

October 8, 2014

Dear Ewen, THANKYOU for everything you did for us at The Painters Fundraiser Dinner. Not only for the clever jokes and entertaining a 'bunch of painters' but for giving us a hand with the organization of the evening, and for driving 2 hours through an intense storm to get here, you went above and beyond. A generous man with a good heart, you will be missed.

Dave C

October 8, 2014

My wifes Mum is the sister of Ewens Mother in Law. I've heard many stories of when her and her family spent time with you. Sadly I'll never get to meet you. I know you will be missed deeply.

darryl h

October 8, 2014

Give my luvz to Cathy
U rocked Ewan NZ will miss u

Worm

October 7, 2014

I never got to meet you but I watched you on TV and when asked if you could choose anyone to invite for dinner I always said you. It would have been the funniest most interesting meal I would have ever had.
RIP Mr Westie

shaz price

October 7, 2014

RIP westie your a legend fly free go to one's that love you

Kelly and Tony Mills

October 7, 2014

We will always remember the day that you married us and our wedding ceremony being the last that Cathy ever wrote. Thank you for sharing your laughter with the would. You will be missed so much xxx rest in peace

Scott Craigen

October 7, 2014

Such a great loss to NZ and his family and close friends you made me laugh and I loved the show Road madness you will be missed by so many

ingo thony

October 7, 2014

Thanks for all the laughs you have given us over the years peace be with you.

mark kalksma

October 7, 2014

thanks for all the laughs,you made a lot of people so happy, sweet dreams

Linda Jordan

October 7, 2014

Such a fine human being. A comedian of the highest esteem. Pity we didn't have the money to use you as our marriage celebrant. RIP with your darling Cathy.

The Puhoi Pub Hotel & StablesEst..1879

Team @ Puhoi Pub

October 7, 2014

"WEST in PEACE".....sadly missed but NEVER forgotten, From all your friends at The Puhoi Pub..& Daniel & Amego

October 7, 2014

A fantastic person, on the comedy circuit you came to our small suburban area of Beachlands (2009) and Maraetai (2012), and lit up our world, our deepest sympathies to all your friends and family.

Leigh Bates

October 7, 2014

Ewen, you were our Friends and 5 years ago you Married us, you were so caring and so giving. We will never forget you and will miss you. Give Cathy a hug for us. Love Kelvin and Leigh Bates xx

October 8, 2014

GILMOUR, David Ewen (Ewen) From one Classic to another. Ewe'y, you are the original. Thank you for 20 years of laughter. There will always be a corner of the bar reserved for you. Say hi to Kev and A.K. and give Cathy a big hug from us. Rest in the West. From The Classic Family.

October 6, 2014

GILMOUR, David Ewen (Westie) Darling Ewen, partner of Bernadette and friend of Eva and Mark. So sweet and loving, you were a gift, you lit up my life, showed me love and gave us so much. It was just like you said: we'd won the love lottery and got our second chance. I'll cherish our time forever and will always love you. May you rest well with Cathy, sitting in the sunflowers again.



Showing 1 - 30 of 30 results

Memorial Events
for David GILMOUR

To offer your sympathy during this difficult time, you can now have memorial trees planted in a National Forest in memory of your loved one.