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Ian MILNES Obituary

Milnes, Ian James. On Wednesday 11th March 2026 aged 60 years, at Totara hospice with his beloved family at his side. Dearly beloved and cherished husband of Susan. Adored father of Campbell and Connor. Much loved father-in-law of Rosie and Michelle. Dearly loved and cherished son of Irene and Jeff and much loved brother of Hannah. Ian wanted everyone to know that he tried everything he could to stay with us. A celebration of Ian's life will be held at the All Saints Chapel, Purewa Cemetery, 100 St Johns Road, Meadowbank on Wednesday 18th March at 12.00 pm.
Published by The New Zealand Herald on Mar. 14, 2026.

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Arna

March 18, 2026

I´m so sorry for your loss. Even knowing this day might come doesn´t make it any easier. I worked with Ian for five years, and he was one of the few people who always had my back. I´ll always be grateful to have known him. Sending all my love and strength to his family.

Kirsty Stowe

March 18, 2026

Dearest Susan and family. So terribly sorry for your loss. Thinking of you all.
I hope to come to see you when Mum is well again.
Much love
Kirsty

Helen Paki

March 17, 2026

We love you Ian and will miss you. Thank you for being such a wonderful and bright human. It has been a joy to witness the love and care you have for your family and they for you. You fought so hard. Rest now x

Gail Tagaloa

March 17, 2026

Condolences to the Milnes family, He was a great Team leader at Manukau and Auckland council when I worked at Liquor Licensing and good-hearted person. My aroha to you all
Gail Tagaloa

Lou-Ann

March 16, 2026

Arohanui and thoughts with Ian's whanau and friends. He will be hugely missed by his work whanau.

Georgina Gilmour

March 16, 2026

So sorry to hear of Ian's passing. His dry humour and Shrek beanie made Teams Meetings a joy and his ability to articulate a business problem (with characteristic dry humour) was appreciated by those who worked with him. He has been and will be missed. Arohanui.

Manoj

March 16, 2026

Haere raa Ian. Really enjoyed working with you at both Manukau City Council and Auckland Council. Loved your humor, pragmatism and wisdom. My deepest condolences to your nearest and dearest. Rest well bro.

Jacqui Robinson

March 16, 2026

Dear Ian ... you were one funny man and Ill miss your humour brightening our dreary work days. All my aroha, strength and condolences to your whanau at this sad time. Moe mai ra e te rangatira ... rest in heaven Ian xxx

Andy and Liz

March 14, 2026

Cherished friend who fought so very hard to the last. We will miss you. X X X

Roger Judd

March 14, 2026

Sorry to hear of your loss. Thoughts are with the family and Mum and Dad.
Roger Judd

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