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Graham PAYNE Obituary

PAYNE, Graham John. Passed away peacefully on 11 January 2026 at home surrounded by his family after a short illness. Loved husband of Lynda, devoted father and father in law of Andrew and Jo, Christine and Paul. Proud grandfather of Ethan, Caleb and Annabel. The family would like to acknowledge the support of the Franklin Hospice team. A service for Graham will be held at Waters Funerals Pukekohe, 81 Franklin Rd, Friday 16th January 11am. The service will be live streamed.



Published by The New Zealand Herald on Jan. 14, 2026.

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Michael Cole

January 17, 2026

My thoughts are with your family Graham.

Bill & Maureen Moffitt

January 16, 2026

Great guy Lynda and what a huge send-off.All the best to you and your family. It was great to catch up to you both prior to Christmas
All the best at the Hills

Ian+Jot Spedding

January 16, 2026

Kindness thoughts to Lynda and family,we have shared lots of happy memories. Ian and Joy.

Sue Steel

January 15, 2026

Sincere condolences on the loss of Graham. My thoughts go to you Lynda and family.

Jason Korff

January 15, 2026

I am going to miss our chats on a Wednesday Graham. A true good bugger who loved a yarn. Condolenses to Lynda and family from all the crew at the 80's club. RIP my friend.

Paul Skilton . Skilton Truck Parts Drury

January 15, 2026

To the Payne family. So sorry to hear of your sad loss. RIP Graham . Paul & Eileen Skilton

Sue Mortlock

January 15, 2026

What a huge loss. We didn't meet up often, living at other ends of the North Island, but when we did meet, the years melted away, as they do with long held, treasured friendships. Our thoughts and prayers are with you, Lynda, as you farewell your beloved Graham. Love Sue and Roger

Pam Howat

January 15, 2026

Kindest thoughts for Lynda and family at this very sad time.
I have memories of meeting Graham with Lynda at Goulstone Rd, Whakatane many years ago and at various family gatherings. A caring and supportive man.

Norman Rainger

January 15, 2026

Yes I remember Graham as young driver for W Stevensons on a block truck 1968 his start into the concrete world
The knowledge he has passed on will never be forgotten. Rest in peace now

Rose McLaughlan

January 14, 2026

I met Graham when he first set up his concrete business and we both won awards at the Papakura Business Association, we were both based in Drury and so proud to win our awards. RIL Graham, much love to the family. Rose and Greg McLaughlan

Ali Stanton.

January 14, 2026

I first met Graham when he started Counties Concrete and we used their products for many years while I was a Builder.
Graham was knowledgeable, a great guy and was good to deal with, he will be sadly missed.
Condolences to the Payne Family.
Ali Stanton - Stanton Builders Ltd.

Laureen Hines

January 14, 2026

Such a special friendship spanning 50 years plus...Graham (& Lynda) who could ask for better friends.....I and for 30 of those years my hubby Garry have enjoyed Grahams wisdom, his support so many times, his sense of humor, his advice and so many times his company...so many special memories...Lynda Andrew Christine and your families just know we are thinking about you all....Graham will be so missed...love & hugs from us...

Lynette and Brian Stevens

January 14, 2026

Our Deepest Sympathy to Lynda and family. Graham loved nature, had a big heart of gold caring and helping others when he could, and will be sadly missed, but never forgotten with our fond memories he leaves us.

Ethan payne

January 14, 2026

Grumps, my grandfather. Thank you for the countless memories. A Proud man. Rest easy now

Trevor Bush (New Zealand Two Way Radio)

January 14, 2026

Graham was a pleasure to do business with back to the days of King Bros thru to Counties Ready-mix . Condolences to all of his family.

Alison Davies

January 14, 2026

Im so sorry to hear this news . My deepest sympathies to Lynda, ,Dianne , Ron and families .

Graeme Appleby

January 14, 2026

We are very sorry to hear about your loss.
Have many childhood memories of living next door, especially going to Drury Primary School together.

January 15, 2026

PAYNE, Graham John. Passed away on 11 January 2026. Dearly loved brother of Dianne and brother -in- law of the late Graham. Loving uncle ot the late Denise and Paul. Forever in my heart.

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