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John CALLAGHAN Obituary

CALLAGHAN, John Barry Harold. On Friday 10th April 2020, Barry passed away peacefully, age 85 at Ryman Possum Bourne Retirement Village, Pukekohe. Devoted Dad to Maree and Johnny, and much loved Father-in-law to Michele. A treasured Didda to his four grandchildren Michael, Deanna, Audrey and Karen. We will always remember you by your sweet tooth, so we know why you left us at Easter. Thank you to all the incredible staff at Ryman Special Care unit for their kindness, love and care they gave to Barry.



Published by The New Zealand Herald on Apr. 13, 2020.

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Michele Callaghan

June 29, 2020

So sorry...Ive tried countless times to say a little something on here Since April but it never goes through Or shows up:( But the picture from our honeymoon came through! Ugh here goes again...maybe the 12th time is the charm?

I so wish we had been able to raise the girls closer to you...I thank you for the fine man you helped create in my husband. Youre the only person that ever called me a Yank & got away with it!! I love you so!!! Rest In Peace & love Barry. I sure do miss you...you dear dear man.

John & Michele Callaghan

June 28, 2020

This was from our honeymoon trip in 2002 to NZ....he was such a character. I miss him.

Deanna Ritchie

April 24, 2020

To the best Didda, you will always be remembered by your quick wit and generous heart. We will continue to talk about all the fond memories we shared with you and will cherish them forever.
Although you may be gone, you are now our angel in the sky,

Rest in Love and forever in our hearts,
Deanna xx

Vicki Brocklehurst

April 16, 2020

Thinking of Maree, John, Rosie and families at this very sad time for you all. So many memories of my Uncle Bojangles and his very unique cheeky sense of humour.
Vicki Brocklehurst

Deanna Ritchie

April 14, 2020

Audrey Callaghan

April 13, 2020

Were thinking of our dear Dida this easter, wishing we had more time with him. But although he might be gone, he's forever in our hearts because there are some things death cannot touch,from his grandchildren,Audrey and Karen

April 13, 2020

CALLAGHAN, Barry (Jbh). Born August 11, 1934. Passed away on April 10, 2020. I will miss you forever you were and will always be my soul mate. You were taken so suddenly and i will miss your cheeky smile and blue sparkling eyes my thoughts are with your family . love always and forever your rosie

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