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Gordon Douglas NELSON

Gordon NELSON Obituary

NELSON, Gordon Douglas On Thursday 17th April 2014, tragically taken too soon, aged 67 years, with his mate Fred. Adored and treasured husband of Suzanne. Much loved Dad of Greg, Leanne and Steven and loved father-in-law of Joanna, John and Amy. Proud 'Poppa G' of Ella, Katie, Joshua and Lily; Sadie and Zoe; and Hazel. 'A legendary Opotiki icon that will be sadly missed.' A celebration of Gordon's life will be held in Gordon's Shed, Bridge Street, Opotiki (behind the Diner) on Thursday 24th April at 11am followed by burial at Woodlands Cemetery, Dip Road, Opotiki. In lieu of flowers, donations would be appreciated for much needed rescue communication equipment to the Gordon Nelson Rescue Equipment Trust, PO Box 428 Opotiki or may be left at the service. Messages please to the Nelson Family, C/- PO Box 2070, Whakatane.



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Published by The New Zealand Herald on Apr. 22, 2014.

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Brent and Michelle Andersen

May 12, 2014

Deepest sympathies to the Nelson family. Gordon was a legend and we will always remember him as one of the guys who always made us smile while living / working in Opotiki. He was one of a kind.

Meri Low

May 7, 2014

It was a privilege to have met you Gordon. Thank you for your time, the chats over cuppa's. Your never failing humour.

Di Mangham

April 25, 2014

Gordon was larger than life itself, a true Opotiki legend with a heart of gold. He's been taken too soon and leaves a huge hole in many lives. My heartfelt sympathy to Suzanne and all the Nelson family.

April 24, 2014

Susanne, so sorry to hear about Gordon and sorry I cannot be with you today - I will miss his smile which reminded you he was a softie underneath and his bantering to get a bite - always successful - my thoughts are with you and your family through this tough time. Love Theresa Hatton

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April 24, 2014

Dear Sue and Family,We send you all our deepest sympathy at your very sad loss.Gordon was a really neat guy and a real true gentleman.We remember Gordon when he worked at the shell shop, for the Dairy Company in Edgecumbe.Love from Betty and Brian Richards and family.ex Edgecumbe people now living in Whakatane.

April 23, 2014

Dear Sue and family,

We were stunned to hear the news and our heartfelt condolences are with you all. Gordon could always be relied on to help out when needed, regardless of any inconvenience. This we say from personal experience. And we were not alone, many, many people are grateful for his unselfishness. The morning coffee's and the ensuing banter were a delight and his imposing presence will be sorely missed. He was a valued member of ' The Knitting Club '. Although he was your beloved family member, his passing with his mate Fred has also left a community without one of their more iconic identities.
Kia Kaha Nelson Family.
Love
Doug and Noeline Henry, Queensland.

April 23, 2014

So sorry to hear that an icon of Opotiki has been lost through a Tragic Accident. Going to be soley missed by us all Deapest Symthony to your Family Mate. Robbie(cousie) & Cherry Hoera

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