WEST, Douglas Elwin (Doug). Passed peacefully on Thursday 15 January 2026. Much loved husband of Pauline. Loved father and father-in-law of Jolene and Richard, Melissa, and Brent and Sarah. Cherished grandfather of Grace, Emerson and Lucy. Dearly loved twin brother of Dave, and brother-in-law of Christine; uncle of Terry and Keith. Much loved brother-in- law of Colleen and Brian, and uncle of Kelly and Nicholas. Forever in our hearts. A service will be held at Wesley Methodist Church Papatoetoe, on Tuesday 20 January 2026 at 10am, followed by light refreshments. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Hato Hone St John Ambulance.

Published by The New Zealand Herald on Jan. 19, 2026.