Nicholas DAVIDSON Obituary

Kia Ora Rosie and family, I was so sad to hear of the passing of Nick. I will never forget the lovely evening we had over dinner in your Akaroa home, with Nick, Liane Dalziel and myself, spontaneously breaking into a Beatles song together, down our end of the table, pre dinner, chuffed with our harmonious blending! It was a happy coincidence to see you both out on your morning walk together the following day. Nick shared he and I might have an ancestral connection, on my father's side and I thought that would be an honour for me if that was so. This next stage of life will be a massive adjustment for you and my warmest wishes go out to you. Love Angela Tainui

Dear Rosie I am thinking of you and your family at this very sad time. I enjoyed a lunch with you and Nick in Akaroa and always enjoyed my conversations with Nick about the law. Sending you all my deepest sympathy. Toni Collins

Our deepest sympathies to Rosie and family. Nick's kindness and wisdom will always be cherished by us all. May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.

Thinking of you Rosie and whanau at this very very sad time. Our trip to South Africa a treasured memory. Steve valued his friendship with Nick a great deal, as do I. The kindness and support has meant a lot. Arohanui Cheryl aka The African Queen and the late Steve Hinds.

Our thoughts are with you at this sad time of loss.
Davin & Greg Bradford
Pakiri

Dear Rosie
Sincere condolences to you and family on Nick's passing.
Fond memories of Young Hunter in the late 70s with Nick holding court as we crammed around the morning tea trolley. He was a wonderful friend and colleague to a young lawyer finding his feet, always an open door if there was a problem to share.
I'll remember him as a sunny man, an enthusiast for life and for living.

To Rosie and Family
It was with great sadness that we learnt of Nick´s sudden death.
Our memories of Nick extend back to our days at Waimataitai School in Timaru and to more recently when we held a class reunion in Timaru in2018. Some classmates went on to secondary school with Nick and also shared sporting interests with him. Even after all those years he was so easy to talk to and learn about his interesting and busy life and family.
He was so well respected and will be missed by everyone who was lucky enough to know him.
Please accept our deepest sympathy.
From all his classmates in Standard 2 Waimataitai School 1957

Dear Rosie and family
Our deepest sympathy goes out to you all at this very sad time. As we read the tributes from others, we note the same feelings are expressed, Nick's warmth, kindness and compassion shine through. Nick had a way of making one feel special, he was so generous of his time. He was so well respected in all walks of life; he is going to be missed by everyone who was lucky to know him.
Fondly Michael and Rosemary Branthwaite

My sincerest condolences Guy, I hope you and all your family are ok, your Dad sounded like a great man.

As Guy noted, the South Island high country farming community THANK Nick for his skill and efforts in achieving fair rentals for Pastoral Lease and Licence holders. His ability to carefully articulate well-considered points (gently but firmly) was special. His vocabulary and professionalism made him a special kiwi. Not one to beat his own drum, Nick has set a standard that all legal professionals Within New Zealand would do well to follow.

Dear Rosie & family. Deepest sympathies to all. Fond memories of Nick from initial school years through to business years. Highly respected by us all.

We are so very sorry to hear of Nick's passing. Truly heart breaking. One of the world's finest gentleman who we thought the world of. Our condolences to you all. Adrienne and Philip

The world would be better off if there were more "Nicks" in it. Special man who touched our lives many years ago. Condolences to all of you, Nicki & Ben Meikle

Ohh Rosie and family, such sad news, my heart goes out to you all. Such fond memories of our times together at CH, flatting together, playing cricket together for the university team, and the occasional game of golf together. And then later on over the years, on Mavi and my returns to NZ we would discover that Nick, the respected and successful man of law, was essentially the same kind, charming, thoughtful, amusing and forever young guy from his early days. He made people feel special, and was so loyal to his friends. His spirit will continue to enrich your lives I am sure.

To Nick´s whanau,
We are so sorry to hear of your loss. It was a pleasure to work at your place, developing your dream, and getting to know Nick in the process. What an huge gap he´ll leave. A life well lived. Love to you all,
Noah and Ruby

Rosie and family. Very sorry to hear of Nick´s death. I valued Nick´s friendship and have wonderful memories of the time we spent together as his insurance adviser which grew into a close friendship.
R.I.P Nick. Dave Bradley

What a giant a fantastic man who helped so many including me when most needed. - a tall Totara has fallen in the forest of life

Nick was a true gentleman. I´ll always be grateful for his mentoring guidance as a young lawyer. Condolences to Rosie and family at this sad time. Jen Crawford

Dear Rosie,
Thinking of you all at this sad time.
A highly respected gentleman always.
In loving memory.
Jennifer and Ross

Learning of Nick's passing was deeply saddening. He was an inspiring man, whose respect amongst his colleagues and business partners was immense. He will be remembered fondly. My condolences to his family and close friends.

Our sincere condolences to Rosie, Guy, Annabelle and Tom on the loss of your husband and father. Nick was a lovely man, who had a big influence on his community, and always charming, fun and kind.

We are thinking of you as you come to terms with his loss.

So very very sad to read of Nick´s passing.His never ending love,kindness and understanding will be missed always.So sad this wonderful man has gone.
Loving thoughts to Rosie and all the family.

We are deeply saddened to learn of Nick's passing. For such an esteemed judge, he was never judgmental in his care and concern for others and his legacy will surely be one of sincerity, kindness, extraordinary intellect and equally enormous compassion. We offer our love and thoughts to Rosie and her whanau at this time of immense loss. Kua hinga te totara i te wao nui a Tane, the forest has lost another of its finest totara and a steadfast friend and mentor is now at rest.

Dearest Rosie,
Thinking of you and all of the family with love.
A wonderful gentleman.
Frankie and Frank

So very sad to see Nick has passed. He was such an astute and generous man who helped me in so many ways both in the law and in life. A great totara has fallen....RIP Nick

Remembering one of the great gentlemen and hugely respected people I've had the privilege to have known. Condolences to the Davidson whanau. Rest in peace Nick. You will be missed as a valuable member of our football whanau. Tracy B

So sad to hear of your passing Nick. Certainly enjoyed our friendship at StAC circa 62/65 RIP Nick.

To Nick
I'll always be appreciative of the helpful advice and support you provided to me personally and our Akaroa Lions Club. You were a really fine fellow. So sorry to hear of your passing.
My sincere condolences to your family, loved ones and friends.
Ron Birch
Past Treasurer
Akaroa Lions

Very sad to hear of Nick's passing.He and I were in the same year at school and he was always a nice person.Please accept my sympathy and condolences.

Barry Johnson

A very sad loss of a fine gentleman who I had the privilege of knowing and working with for many years