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Jack RAE Obituary

RAE, John David (Jack). Passed away at North Shore Hospital on Friday 29 March 2019, aged 71 years. Beloved husband and best friend of Mary-Ruth. Dearly loved father and father-in-law of Miriam and Sven, Rebecca and Lexton, Georgina and David. 'GP' to wee Francesca. Much loved brother of Graham, and Cleone and cousin to Jenny. A service will be held at North Shore Memorial Park Chapel, 235 Schnapper Rock Road on Thursday 4 April at 1.00pm followed by private burial.



Published by The New Zealand Herald on Apr. 1, 2019.

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Robert Mullen

April 5, 2019

Our prayers are with the family. jack was a good man and it was a pleasure to know him.

Sherif Hassanein

April 4, 2019

Deepest condolences to Mary and family. RIP Jack - you will be greatly missed.

Skye Sasanapiti

April 4, 2019

Life has an end as a candle light would fade, but in the heart, memories yielded will forever be embedded.

Rebecca Wu

April 4, 2019

Your kindness and constant willingness to help with a smile was always inspiring. We will miss but never forget you.
RIP Jack. Condolences to Mary and all your family at this very sad time.

Vinney Kumar

April 3, 2019

Our thoughts and prayers to Mary and family. Jack was an inspirational person and a true gentleman. We will greatly miss him.

April 3, 2019

Gentleman Jack. What a pleasure it was to know you and work along side you for so many years. You were a fantastic mentor and foil for discussions on any subject. Missing our sports discussions who know when
North Harbour are going to win or better still The Warriors. Please check with God he may know.
Sincere condolences to Mary and family.
Sadly missed

John and Jackie Kennedy

Mike Houlihan

April 3, 2019

Sincere Condolences to the family,
no words can express the loss we all feel at this very sad time.

Professionally Jack was incredibly well respected across the entire refrigeration industry, we have lost a true Professional and a true Gentleman.

RIP my friend

Sadly missed but never forgotten.

Warwick Gough

April 3, 2019

Our thoughts and love are with you Mary Ruth and girls, at this sad time. We have so many happy memories of times shared in each other's homes and at business functions, always filled with laughter and celebration! Jack, you were a highly respected colleague for many years in our early corporate careers. We will miss you greatly and remember you fondly and often. Love Warwick, Annie & family

April 3, 2019

Very sorry to hear of Jack's passing. Always the gentleman. My thoughts are with Mary & The family xxx

Brian Rees

April 2, 2019

Jack we will not forget you and we will miss you. I was lucky enough to know you, work with you, and travel with you for nearly a quarter of a century. In all that time, you always saw the best in people and were without fail positive, considered, and great company. Huge respect. Sincere condolences to Mary and the Family. Kia Kaha. Brian Rees

April 2, 2019

From Ujjal:

Sincere Condolences to the family. May all in the family gather strength to pass this very difficult time.
Pray for your peace and composure.

April 2, 2019

Ujjal Ghosh - McAlpine Hussmann.

Airconditioning Department.

How is the wonderful world of Airconditioning ? Jack always used to ask us when he walked in to our corner of the Office.
Jack - the world is not the same without you.
A gem of a person - , a very noble gentleman and an always inspiring and encouraging senior colleague for me at McAlpine ever since since my first day at work here in April 2000.

Will remember you always - .
May your soul rest in peace in the other world.
Remembering you with with deep regards.
Ujjal

Kay Maginness

April 2, 2019

Mary and girls, my love and thoughts are with you all, Jack has left a huge hole in your lives, what a fight he put up to stay.

Your Prayas Whanau will miss you Jack!

Prayas

April 2, 2019

April 2, 2019

Mr Rae you epitomized the term, Office & Gentleman! Will miss having you come past my desk and chatting about all aspects of the business. You were truly a knowledgeable and well respected man! Thank you for all the guidance and assistance. I will keep New World Albany sorted in your absence! They say we die twice, once when the breath leaves our body and once when the last person we know says our name, and you Jack will always be a constant name at McAlpine Hussmann! RIP sir!

Melvyn Furniss

April 2, 2019

To Mary and all of your family, so sad to hear of Jack's passing, our thoughts and sympathy are with you at this very difficult time.
Melvyn, Melanie and Family

April 2, 2019

A box of fluffy ducks, was always your response irrespective the type of day you had. I loved your positive attitude. My deepest sympathy to Mary and family. Amika

sharon Knox

April 2, 2019

Jack you were always a Gentleman, you always took you time to say hello you were a lovely person through and through. You will sorely be missed, our thoughts are with your wife and family. Sharon & Jane & The McAlpine Wellington Branch.

Jeanette Mihaljevich

April 2, 2019

It was an honour to have had Jack as a boss for the last 4 years at McAlpine Hussmann. The industry has lost an icon...
Jack I will always remember your happy quirky sense of humour and most of all your positive attitude that never waned!!!
RIP - you deserve it after the long hard fought battle.
My sincere condolences to Mary and family
Jeanette Mihaljevich xx

La Mea Coley

April 2, 2019

Mary & Family - My deepest sympathy to you and your family. I so enjoyed working with Jack for some many years and will miss him.

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