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John OSMERS Obituary

OSMERS, John Robert. CNZM. Retired bishop of Eastern Zambia. On 16th June (Soweto Day) in Lusaka, Zambia from complications from Covid. Aged 86. Loved brother of David (deceased) of Makarora and Elizabeth Gordon. Loved brother-in-law of Rhondda Osmers and Derry Gordon. Uncle John to Karla and George Osmers and John, Susannah, Margaret and Charlotte Gordon. John spent his working life as an Anglican priest in Lesotho, Botswana and Zambia fighting for social justice. A memorial service (which will be streamed) will be held in the Christchurch Transitional Cathedral on Saturday 26th June at 2pm. Messages to Elizabeth Gordon, 120 Lonsdale Street, Christchurch 8083.
Published by The New Zealand Herald from Jun. 21 to Jun. 24, 2021.

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Emmanuel Ngabo

June 24, 2021

We will forever miss Bishop John Osmers. The impact he made in our lives will forever live on, for we are a product of his legacy.

JOHN GOOD

June 21, 2021

He was a genuine hero and a good man.

Don G

June 21, 2021

A Legend, and in fact one of the Titans of the anti-apartheid struggle John’s amazing life is one of True love and service to those in need Hamba Kable Comrade John - RIP

Don Govender

June 21, 2021

A Legend, and in fact one of the Titans of the anti-apartheid struggle John's amazing life is one of True love and service Hamba Kable Comrade John - RIP

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Memorial Events
for John OSMERS

Jun

26

Memorial service

2:00 p.m.

Christchurch Transitional Cathedral

Wellington