Dawson LANGSTONE Obituary

I was in Dawson's English class at Pakuranga College. The teacher often used to choose Dawson and I to recite passages to the class. These are fond memories I have of him although I never knew him closely.

I was surprised to know Dawson passed away.
My name is Isao Miki.
I am old enough and I was organizing myself and remembered Dawson. When I was active, I also worked as a textile company at Teijin Limited. I remember running with him in the morning when he went on a business trip to Suzukura Textile Co., Ltd. in Niigata. He liked running. I also went to his house in New Zealand. He took me to the hot springs.

Dear Dawson,
Long time no see.
It's been over 30 and 40 years since I last met you.
My name is MIKI.
Do you remember me?
At that time you came to Suzukura Textile in Tochio, Niigata, Japan.
I was working for Teijin LTD. At that time.
You ran together with me in the morning in Tochio.
I also went to Auckland.
You took me to a hot spring.
I can't go abroad because of the corona problem now,
I want to go to New Zealand again.

Our thoughts are with Val and family. There are no words to express our appreciation of the friendship of Dear Daws. Always a great mate whether helping to lay a drive way or at the sink helping with the dishes, to sharing wisdom or time for a beer, a dive for a crayfish or a day on the water. A self made man always willing to lend a hand. A wonderful Godfather to our daughter Sharlan. A kind heart, a story to tell, a laugh to share. We will always treasure the happy memories.
Lance and Sharon Julian

In memory of a wonderful, funny, kind and generous uncle. You will be greatly missed. You have left us too soon, but will never be forgotten by those of us lucky enough to know you. Thanks for all the fun times and happy memories. Always in our hearts. With love from Heidi, Matt and Emily xx

You will be greatly missed Uncle Dawson, your love of fun and fantastic sense of humour leaves behind many wonderful memories for us all to cherish. Love Kirsten, Chris, Sofia and Ryan xxxx

Condolences to the family. Sorry for your loss. Thinking of you all on this sad day xx

LANGSTONE, Dawson. Passed away 7 December 2018. Much loved brother of Jack and brother-in-law of Anna Mae. So many memories. You will be missed forever.

LANGSTONE, Dawson. We have lost one very very special person,a kind generous helpful person with a lovely sense of humour. You will always be in our thoughts and will be sadly missed. From the First Thursday Monthly Runners Club.