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Geffory Howard COOKSON

Geffory COOKSON Obituary

Cookson, Geffory Howard (Geff). passed peacefully at home on Friday evening surrounded by his loving family. Beloved husband of Dinah. Cherished Dad of Gemma, Emarm, Kaleb. Father in law of Jaysi &and Pete. Grandad of Ava and Ronan. A memorial to celebrate Geff's life will be held at the Opua Cruising Club on Thursday 9th October 2025 1pm.

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Published by The New Zealand Herald on Oct. 7, 2025.

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Brenda Laird

Yesterday

Sending our condolences to all the family. We are very sorry for your loss. What a gentle man with a beautiful smile and lovely sense of humor. He will be remembered as a legend in the diving world. Brenda and Maurice Laird

Michael Jujnovich

Yesterday

One of the best beef farmers to do business with. Both of us locked the Moerewa senior Rugby team scrum for a short time. Jock Barnes was the coach.

Mary O Brien

October 8, 2025

Dinah ,Kaleb ,Emarm and Gemma we wish to extend our sincerest sympathy to you all on Geoff´s passing.You all looked after us so well and made us feel very welcome on the occasion of Pete and Gemma´s wedding .The tour of your farm with Geoff was one of the highlights of our trip to the southern hemisphere .A true gentleman and a very contented person.Thinking of you all at this most difficult time.Francis and Mary.

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