ALLEN, Murray Scott. Murray, aged 70 years young, died peacefully on 14 March at Waikato Hospital after a short illness, surrounded by loved ones. Dearly loved Dad of Katherine and Richard and father-in-law of Kurt and Ollie. Fantastic Grandpa to Bowie and Noah, Charlotte and Max, Jack and Louie. Cherished partner of Denny and loved friend of Sarina, Alby, Aysha and Kiani. Much loved brother of Barb and Pete, and cousin of Lynne and Ben, Geoff and Sue and member of the 70s Club. Will be missed by Meryl, Matthew and Tamsin, Ben and Abbie. Founding and respected member of Hamilton Men's Circle. Murray's zest for life and service to many will be greatly missed. A celebration of Murray's life will be held on Friday 20 March at 1 pm at Hamilton Park Cemetery, Park Chapel, 395 State Highway 26, Newstead. Donations to Forest and Bird in lieu of flowers: https:/
/www.forestandbird.org.nz/ Please wear bright colours in honour of Murray. All communications to the MS Allen Family Seddon Park Funeral Home Ltd, P O Box 5523, Frankton, HAMILTON 3242, New Zealand

Published by The New Zealand Herald on Mar. 18, 2026.