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Donald BURTE Obituary

BURTE, Donald Wilfred (Don). Born 22 October 1941. Beloved husband of the late Anne, and father to Richard, Emma, Tania, and Jaime. Proud Grandfather to Josh, Chelsea, Annie, Julia, James and Tobias. Brother to Graeme and Ellie. Long-standing Justice of the Peace and respected member of the community. Passed peacefully on 4 March 2025. A memorial service to celebrate Don's life will be held at the Swanson RSA on Saturday, 15th March, from 11am. In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to Hospice Auckland.
Published by The New Zealand Herald on Mar. 8, 2025.

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John Stewart

April 13, 2025

Don was my best friend at johnsonville School and then Wellington College. We spent a lot of time together and enjoyed each others company. We both played the bagpipes Being in the Wellington Watersiders Pipe Band. I´m sad to see him gone but appreciate the time we were able to hang out together. Any mutual friends ca email me on [email protected]. I now live in Sydney. John Stewart.

The Waiatarau and Waitakere Liaison Teams

March 14, 2025

Thank you Don for all your hard work as a JP supporting WDHB. We will never forget that whatever the hour, you were always available for us in ED or Waiatarau. Thank you for your kindness and care to those who needed it most. Rest Easy.

Carolyn, Annie, Helen, Peter, Darren, Ross, Fane, Mandy, Arlene, Annie D, R

March 14, 2025

Sorry to hear of Dons passing, we will miss him greatly.
Always the consumate professional in your JP role.
Always reliable and and available to support our team.
Such a lovely man... thanks for everything.

Gary Coles

March 13, 2025

Farewell Don, the memories we shared will be treasured forever. Cousin Gary

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