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Gordon William John DRYDEN

Gordon DRYDEN Obituary

DRYDEN, Gordon William John. Born June 07, 1931. Passed away peacefully on September 26, 2022 at Radius Potter Home, Whangarei, in his 92nd year. Born in Owaka to solo Mum Thelma, one of five siblings, predeceased by sisters Margaret, Phyllis, and Olive and survived by his brother Les and Sister-in-law Margaret, many cousins, nieces and nephews. Gordon was predeceased by his loving wife Margaret (Elfie). A much-loved Dad to Karen, Laurene, Mick and Dean, and partners, spouses Don, Shane, Mike and Tracy and grandfather to Melissa, Michelle and Jazz. Gordon's decision was not to have a funeral, a private cremation will take place.
Published by The New Zealand Herald from Sep. 29 to Oct. 2, 2022.

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Diane Wellacott

October 9, 2022

Gordon was my lifesaver. While I was at home with my first baby, I looked forward to his 9-12 Talkback. He was my teacher. He educated me by bringing me up to date with politics, health, education and news.
I will always remember this very intelligent, gracious man.

Alan Walker

October 7, 2022

I can recall how he was the premier radio interviewer and radio personality of his era and one I always listen to as his opinions and assessments of the topics of the day were always hard to dispute. Such an intelligent man. Even Rob Muldoon could not outlast him. A sad loss.

Davina Keen

October 3, 2022

A wonderful man with an abundance of intelligence, compassion and ideas. I met him several times and always felt that he was genuinely interested in the people he was meeting. We felt a little smarter after listening to him as he generously shared his knowledge.

Bruce Ullrich - Christchurch

September 30, 2022

I got to know Gordon when was wanting to market his book "The Learning Revolution" in China and my travels to China commenced. I had nothing but the greatest respect for him. His book was China's 2nd biggest seller of all time.

Neville Bradford

September 29, 2022

On behalf of the Bradfords, I would like to offer our condolences and salute a great man and friend of our family. Rest in peace.

Ian A Miller

September 29, 2022

Radio Pacific. He changed the radio news landscape forever. RIP

Jane Jackson

September 29, 2022

A life well lived. Gordon was a part of my radio listening, growing up tuning in to the radio and his interesting shows. He as the daily backgroun to many lives in his long broadcasting career. RIL.

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