Peter CLELAND Obituary

Dear Adrianne
Heather and I have such fond memories of Peter in our 2 years in the MBA 1990/91 days.
He was an inspiration to me
Warmest regards Richard and Heather Wimsett

Dear Adrienne, Issac and the wider Cleland whanau. We were so sorry to hear the news about Peter. We have such fond memories of him and it was so special to be able to hear other people's stories about him. He always seemed to have a twinkle on his face and was up to some sort of escapade. We can only imagine how much his loss will leave a big hole in your wider family.
Please know that our thoughts are with you.
Love from Megan & Gavin

A shock is an understatement. As has been said by many, Peter was larger than life and his presence lightened up every room.
I remember Peter and Adrienne well as neighbours in Palmerston North leading our daughters astray. I remember him as a member of the technical staff of NZDRI. His negotiating skills with sellers of laboratory equipment were unsurpassed. He was always enthusiastic to try new gadgets and ways of doing things. He enhanced the lives of all he contacted. Sincere condolences.

Dear Adrienne and Family

I was shocked to hear about Peter's sad passing and would like to add my sincere condolences to all those you must have received. He was a fabulous guy with a larger than life personality which we saw in full effect at University events where he brought boisterous conviviality and an irresistible sense of fun. I cannot begin to imagine how hard this is for you all but send you my very best wishes as you celebrate his life and remember his many contributions.

Dear Adrienne, Isaac and family, my most sincere condolences, I am so sorry for your loss.

It's hard to imagine that Peter wont be calling up for a chat next time I'm home, or that Mum and Dad wont have any more stories of his new ventures to share when we speak.

Peter has been part of our extended family for as long as I can remember - just as you all have. He has been present at most of the big moments in my life - and I mean 'present', not just 'there'. Peter laughed and said of course when I asked him to do a magic show at my 21st. He collected me from the airport when I returned to NZ after my adventures living in SE Asia, bought me some essentials and settled me into my new flat. He checked in regularly to make sure I was doing OK. He was at my wedding.

With Adrienne, Peter has been a wonderful friend to my parents, and I am so grateful for the support and laughter he brought to their lives over the years.

Rest in Peace, Peter. Gone far too soon, but you will be long remembered by many.

With much love from Ishbel and family, in Edinburgh UK xxx

Our sincere condolences to Adrienne and Isaac and extended family. We were shocked and deeply saddened to read of Peter's passing, a larger than life character who we know will be greatly missed by all who knew and loved him. May the love of family and the support of friends help you through this difficult time. Valda, Mark and Anna Davis

Dear Adrienne, Issac and the extended Cleland family.

Words cannot convey how saddened I was when I heard the news of Peters passing. I will always remember him for his larger than life character, humour and his genuine caring nature.

His funeral was beautiful and a lovely tribute to such a beautiful man.

Lots of love to you all at this sad time.
Love Cousin Sally

Adrienne and extended whanau, I was so saddened to hear this news. Am thinking of you today as you celebrate his life. He will be remembered by many. A warm, witty soul. He was a generous friend who many years ago gave me an interim job when I came back to Palmy from overseas mission - I really appreciated his practical help. Much aroha to you all as you navigate the days ahead.

Much love and hugs to you all - he will be missed by many xxxxx

So very sorry to hear of Peter's sudden passing. Sincere condolences to Adrienne and Isaac at this time. Much love. Teresa Grant (nee Smith)

Dear Adrienne, Isaac, and the extended members of the Cleland and Chrystal families,Our special love to each one of you at this sad time.May you each experience God's love and peace in a deep and special way as we journey on together.
Ou familiy has so many beautiful memories over so many years, most of them centred around CB in one way or another.
I distinctly remember sitting behind Joan and David at Joan at one of the many church concerts we enjoyed together over the years .Joan turned around after yet another item with members of their family or ours performing rediculously and always with much humour and her saying 'Rae, do you ever feel like you want to get under the seat and hide '. Well the answer was very definately Yes, and right now
Thank you Joan,David, Peter,Allen,Barry,Kevin, Daryl, Martin and Joanne
from Rae,the late Peter,
Margaret,Elizabeth,Graham,John,Murray,
Judith and Lorraine

I was delighted to meet Peter and Adrienne again recently, after so many years, at a family wedding. This news is such a shock and my most fond thoughts and love are with Peter's family.
Moe mai r e te Rangatira.

Peter was the rock of our family, he kept us all linked together. I will miss the phone calls and his awesome sense of humour. Peter was a loving supportive man. Rest in peace Peter. You may not be with us but you will never be forgotten.
Ps. Peter, please try not to give mum (aunty Madge) a hard time!

Thanks Pete.
Love, Mark

Dear Adrienne, Isaac and Family

It was with shock and sadness that we heard of Peters sudden passing,

Our deepest sympathy to you all at this difficult time.

Rest in Peace Pete you will be missed.

Tony Jenny and Gemma Bell

Dear Adrienne and Isaac,
I offer my heart felt condolences to you and your family. May Peter's soul be at peace with our heavenly father. I pray for peace and comfort for you and your loved ones at this difficult time and offer my condolences to you all.
His gentle soul will always be in our hearts.
Love Sadie Conlon and family UK.

I was so saddened to hear that Peter has passed, I have such fond memories that span at least 50 years, such a wonderful kind gentle giant, my thoughts and prayers are with all the family, rest well
Peter, we will meet again

Deepest condolences to Adrienne and Isaac. Our thoughts are with you at this very sad time.
Anne and Fred McBRYDIE.

Our Deepest Sympathy to you Adrienne, and your family. Our prayers and thoughts for all of you, and also your extended family, as you grieve Peter's sudden passing and as you celebrate his life.

Sending you our deepest condolences for the loss of your loved one.Love from Vince, Trudy and family.xx (UK)

Moe mai e Te Rangatira. I will surely miss you e hoa, your kind spirit will remain etched in my heart always. Thank you for blessing me with laughter, kindness, inclusiveness and your very quick wit. Ka nui Te Aroha and may your whanau heal under the korowai of Aroha. Kei Te mihi Sheryl and Whanau xo

Anne and I offer our condolences to Adrienne and the family on the sudden passing of Peter. We will remember him as a wise, gentle, thoughtful and engaging person.

We remember Peter as a very happy person who would entertain our kids with his balloon animals when they were young. Our thoughts are with you Adrienne, Isaac, Sunny and Thalia.

So sorry to hear of Peters passing. Deepest condolences to you all.

Condolences to Adrian and family. Peter was a great family man to us all. Continually kept in contact with us since our arrival from Ireland. All my kids called him uncle Peter. He will be missed by a lot of people. RIP my favourite cousin. From Dave and Nancy Martin

In an often bland world Peter bought colour, with those around him smiling and laughing.. what a great attribute! Adrienne, may you know the comfort of the Lord now and in the times ahead.
Much love to you, Isaac, Sunny and Thalia,
Natalie Moess..

Dear Adrienne,
We were so sorry to hear of Peters sudden and untimely death. He had a huge and kind nature and I know he will leave a hole in your lives.
Alison and Al Rowland, Palmerston North.

Words can not express in a sentence or two the legacy that Peter leaves. A fabulous role model while being a bundle of fun & mischief! We grew up as the other really large family in PN Central Baptist, later leading the youth group together, & forming the 'Unity Band'. What memories we have to treasure of all the time spent together as young marrieds - One that comes to mind was when Kyla & Susana were preschoolers and tucked down for the night, Peter got out his ventriloquist doll & poked its head through the doorway of their bedroom & scared them witless (you can only imagine the chaos). Another memory is Peter performing magic tricks at Kyla's 21st, & extracting a bra from the most straight laced person at the event. Hilarious, wonderful human - Yes, legendary and a fabulous, genuine friend. Please know that our love & prayers surround you Adrienne & Isaac xxx

Judith and I were shocked and saddened to hear of Peter's passing. Judith remembers with warmness her days working with Peter and although I only met Peter on a few occasions, always found him warm and friendly. Sincere condolences to Adrienne and Isaac.

We are so very sorry to hear of the sad loss of Peter. Our thoughts are very much with Adrienne and Isaac and the extended Cleland family. We will always remember the laughter and his magic and how much his family meant to him. (The late Uncle Colin), Aunty Margaret, Lynette, Ken and Sandra

We have fond memories of Peter. He was a uniquely special person. Much love to Adrienne and the extended families. Elizabeth and Terry Pallesen

So sorry to hear this news - thinking of the extended family as you grieve a wonderful man who brightened every room he entered with warmth and humour.

I am deeply saddened to learn of Peter's sudden departure. I remember him as a good man and excellent Board Chairman. He is a colleague I will miss.

Farewell to a wonderful human. Peter really did tolerate this enthusiastic and probably somewhat annoying teenager with grace. I have so many memories of my youth with him and Adrienne. He will be missed.

The world feels a bit sadder now you're gone, Pete. Your audacious comments and wicked sense of humour will be missed. You always kept in touch, always made the effort. Little did I know that the notification I received from your Apple Watch of a hard fall meant you'd gone to be with Jesus. Hard fall here. Soft landing there. I'll miss you Pete and am so sad for Adrienne and Isaac. Till we meet again.

Very sad we have lost our eldest cousin, with all his humor and generosity so suddenly. My deepest sympathy to Adrienne and Isaac all of my Cleland cousins. May God's loving arms hold you all

A great guy, caring, clever and funny. A great loss to us all.

Condolences to the entire Cleland family for their loss. It has been many years but you never forget such great neighbours that lived for many years next to our family home in Manawatu Street. I remember Peter growing up as a youngster, really nice guy, so sad to hear he has passed. The entire Cleland clan was very close. Mr and Mrs Cleland senior we're often at David and John's who along with their wives lived in homes beside one another. Later on I can remember Gibson and Sandy Cleland arriving. Such a great hard working family. Made a big impression on me.
Warren Woodgyer and Bobbie Fluker

Golly Gosh! This is a bit of a shock! Wonderful memories of Peter over the years. My best wishes, at this time, go to all the immediate and wider family. Regards. Robert Cleaver.

To a wonderful man who always had a smile on his face. Was privilged to know you as we grew up. My heart goes out to Adrienne and family

A man who loved to live life and we were honoured to have called him a friend. Much love and thoughts to those he left behind

So many memories of Peter's friendship, humour and magic. A wonderful friend and a great human being. We will all miss him.

With love to the family and reminiscing 50 great years of friendship since CB youth group days.

Deepest condolences to Adrienne and the family. Peter was a great companion and friend during our time together at Massey Palmerston North. He will be missed.

We loved Peter's company, and feel totally devastated for Adrienne, Isaac and the family. Sending our deepest condolences, thoughts and aroha. Chris & Kathryn Williams

Words fail us hearing of the sad loss of cousin Peter... he really is a true legend and our deepest sympathy to Adrienne, Isaac and the whole family..sincere condolences

So had to say bye to a really great and close friend and brother of 55 years plus, see you in heaven mate, hoo roo.

Am both quietly stunned and saddened to learn of Peters sudden passing. Peter was very kind and generous to me as he was to many. Will miss his presence on face book and in person. My thoughts go out to Adrienne, Isaac and co right now. Love Paul Foote ( Patch ) & partner Maureen.

My sincere condolences to the family,as you recall so many happy memories of a life lived with infectious enthusiasm.May you all feel the love and support of friends and family at this difficult time and be very aware of Gods love surrounding you .