Leith GRAY Obituary

Just seen leiths death notice . Bev and family very sorry to see this and very sorry so late . Leith and Bev you were great friends to us and Leith a wonderful teaching friend to Jean Garths mum . Philippa and Garth Guptill

I am very sorry for your loss. Mr Grey was an inspirational teacher who taught us that what you dream can come true as we planned and built playgrounds, as we challenged ourselves at school camps. For me he was that teacher which made difference in my life.

Was overseas when we read about Leith.So sorry to read the sad news.Leith was a caring & amazing Teacher.Thinking of you Bev & The Boys.Barb Kerr

Dear Bev so so sorry to hear of the passing of Leith. Sending you and your family loads of love and cuddles.condolences from down here in South Island Robin and Ross Covell.

Sorry to hear about Leith . I first met him at Teachers Training college . I have lovely memories of him at Westbrook school. I have a few of the lovely wooden bowls he made. A loyal colleague.
He will be missed . Thinking of you Bev , love , Wendy Guy

I am so sorry to hear that Leith has passed away, My sincere condolences to you and your family

We are sorry to hear of Leith´s passing, Knomes has known the family for many years through her Parents Lyn and Alan Dawick. I have known them since working with Dave at Skyline Skyrides and then even more when Knomes and I got together.

I look around my house and see many memories of what Leith created for us like a table and a fruit bowl which are used everyday.

Leith also made my Son Phoenix many wooden toys and gadgets that we still have.

Our hearts go out to Bev, Paul, Chris and Dave for the huge loss. He was a great man who I admired for his woodwork skills and always enjoyed catching up with at my In-laws Lyn and Alan.

So sorry to hear of the passing of Leith, a great craftsman and woodturner,willing to share his vast knowledge with many. I've had the privilege of learning much from Leith over the years. sorry to hear of your loss Bev

Sorry to hear of the passing of Leith, Leith was a very respected craftsman in the Woodwork community, I've known and learnt alot from Leith over the years,he was always willing to share his vast knowledge of woodturning with his many woodworking friends. Thinking of you at this sad time Bev.

am sorry to hear the passing of Mr Gray as i knew him. He was my teacher at Lynmore school, he was a really kind teacher always willing to help and later in life I meet him doing the same for others helping. Robert van den Akker.

Leith was undoubtedly one of the best teachers at my primary school, Westbrook School.
A caring, creative and talented teacher. Condolences to Bev and the family.
Richard Fairweather

A man with so much to offer when teaching students at Westbrook School. He had so much knowledge and students learnt so much when out camping on school camps. A man with a big heart to share. My wood turnings at home hold pride of place. Rest in Peace Leigh. Condolences to Bev and family. Thoughts with you all at this time.
Denise Thompson
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Sending love and hugs Bev on hearing of the loss of your best friend and husband Leigh. Thinking of you as you navigate those early days without him. Proud to be the owner of a little piece of his wood turning

Sorry to hear the news about Leith.you will all have happy and special memories about his life

So sorry to hear of Leith´s passing away, Bev, I am thinking of you and your family, at this sad time. Love Margaret Rowlands.

One of my favourite teachers at Lynmore school late 60's. Leith also taught my own children at Westbrook. Condolences to the family a wonderful person lost.

Sincere condolences to you all. I remember Leith as a very compassionate and empathetic teacher who had the utmost respect from his students at Westbrook School. His double under skipping competitions, legendary camps at Okataina, and fort playground building skills won´t be forgotten. His wood turning was extraordinary and I cherish the small pieces that I have. Losing your best friend is very hard Bev, please reach out if you need anything.

Bev I am so sorry to hear of Leigh's passing away. Your husband and friend. I am thinking of you at this sad time Bev ex Carnot Street

Sorry to hear of your loss, sincere condolences to Bev and family. Thinking of you all at this sad time.
Memories of Leith from Westbrook School, the camps at Okataina, building of the great playground and much much more.
Regards Gloria & Charlie Martelli.

TO dear Bev an family my condolences an deepest sympathy in the sad passing of Leith my thoughts an love are with you at this time love from Di Hopgood an Joanne xxx

I am very sad to hear of Leith's passing. My condolences to his family.

Dear Bev your dearest Leith John ....always happily covered in turning wood dust..,RIPxx