Ian PATERSON Obituary

Much love to Trish and the whole family. I'll always fondly remember Mr. Ian and his kind words, great patience and all the fun Katherine and I had learning how to swim in the Patterson pool as little kids. His memory will forever be held in my heart.

It was a good day that Ian parked beside the empty section in Alderton Place when he was showing us houses in Papakura back in 1975! Dear lifelong friend with many happy memories. Our love and thoughts are with you all at this sad time.
Love John and Michal Taylor

Ian Douglas Paterson
Very highly respected, trusted and admired business partner of Len Garlick, Garlick & Paterson Real Estate, Papakura. Ian was very dearly loved like a son, he was close friend and confidante of Len and Nancy during many years of partnership and extremely caring to Len in his later years. Ian's kindness was greatly appreciated by Len and our family. Ron, Alan and Graham, Len was always very proud of you and your achievements and followed your progress through your careers with great interest. Our family will always remember Ian as a true gentleman with a generous heart, wide, cheery, welcoming smile, and for his love of the Papakura community. Trish our thoughts are with you and the family at this time.
Love from Gwenda and Graham Purdy, Robin and Gay, Warren and Karen Garlick and families.

What lovely memories I have of Mr Ian from my childhood. He was such a kind and generous man and he and Trish were like another set of grandparents to us. I have very fond memories are learning to do back flips off his shoulders in his pool that we practically lived in all summer. Sending my love to Trish and all of the family. May you be comforted by many memories of such a great man!

In memory of Ian; a wonderful family man, great friend, advisor, and husband.

My love goes to Trish and his extended family in this very sad time.

'To live on in the hearts that love you, is not to die'

Carole Culley & Family

In memory of Ian
Respected member and Past President of Papakura U3A
An enthusiastic member who was our President for 2 years.
Our group the richer for his willingness to serve us well.
One of life's gentlemen.
Thank you Ian.
Our thoughts with Ian's family.
From the President and members of Papakura U3A.

Ian, you were the best neighbour anyone could wish for. Not just a wonderful neighbour, but a good friend too. You were such a mentor to John and Steven. We will have very fond memories of you. Rest in peace, dear Ian. A true gentleman. Alison and Bruce Stokes

PATERSON, Ian Trish Graham beth and family so sorry to hear about Ians passing he was one off this worlds great characters and will be sadly missed by all he touched through out his life Bev and Bob Kelly Gold Coast Australia.

PATERSON, Ian Douglas. Peacefully on 3 December 2013. Dearly loved and respected father and father- in-law of Alan and Karen Paterson, adored and devoted grandfather of Claire, Julia and Mike, Hamish, and Cameron, and very proud great-grandfather of Thomas. Ian has been fully involved in our lives and his passing leaves a huge hole. We will miss his positivity, humour, kindness, generosity and wisdom. But we will forever cherish all of the wonderful memories of the many happy times we have shared. Go well Ian. You have earned your rest after a life thoroughly well lived, a fine example to us all. Rest in Peace.

PATERSON, Ian Douglas. You were my hero when I was a child. You were a mate when I was a young adult. You were a source of wisdom throughout all of my life. The dignity, courage and resilience you displayed through the last few weeks have made you my hero again. Your life has been a wonderful success - "you done good" Love from Graham and family.

PATERSON, Ian. Thank you, Dad, for your steadfast love, support and encouragement. So many happy memories of times together at Kawakawa Bay. Your spirit, and the lessons you taught us, will continue to inspire us. Abiding love, Ron and Greg.