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Peter McKENZIE Obituary

McKENZIE, Peter Leo. On September 9th 2023 at Wellington in his eightieth year peacefully took his final breath. Cherished by his family, beloved by friends, companion to many a champion racehorse and his little black dog Sally. The funeral service will be held at Lychgate Funeral Home, Cnr Willis and Aro Streets, Wellington at 11am Friday 15th of September followed by burial at Mākara Cemetery. Rest in Peace. Messages for the family can be sent care of Lychgate Funerals, 306 Willis Street, Aro Valley, Wellington 6011. Lychgate Funerals FDANZ 385 0745 www.lychgate.co.nz
Published by The New Zealand Herald on Sep. 13, 2023.

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Geraldine Bulmer

October 15, 2023

It is with heavy heart The Flynn family (Wreys Bush Southland) hear of Peters passing.
He was such and inspirational man and we recall the many telephone conversations had between Peter and our Dad.
Such a sad loss to you and us all. You are in our thoughts and we send you our sincere and deepest condolences

Mike and Kathy McCann

September 22, 2023

Our condolences to family. We met Peter through racing and enjoyed many visits from him in Christchurch

David McCarthy

September 15, 2023

What a talented man he was. Brought out star stallions from US breeding wilderness, trained them to win top races, his southern raids memorable. But a man of many skills and abilities. Great rapport with media.Memory shines bright

Lee Somervell

September 15, 2023

Special Memories Of Peter.
We enjoyed time together on Lord Of The Rings.
I then worked with him at Strathcarron during the time His Royal Highness was at Stud.
As a Group One winning Trainer, Peter's success with the likes of Mr Illusion, Sculptor, Elendil, Reign Supreme , Imperial and many other high class horses was an inspiration to me.
The Champions Rough Habit and Veandercross were both born on Peter's property.
Together we enjoyed the success of his son Brett in the highly successful productions of Flight Of The Concords.
He was a good friend to me and good friends are very special.

Condolences to All of Peters Family.

Lee Somervell

Joanne

September 15, 2023

Thanks for all the racing memories

Amanda Seddon

September 15, 2023

A lovely man who has sent us on a wonderful path. You will be very sadly missed by many. RIP

Peter Joseph O'Dea

September 13, 2023

So sorry to hear this news, Peter was a legal colleague in South Taranaki and later knew him well through racing horses, and theatre always fun times
Peter O'Dea

Justin Blackburne

September 13, 2023

Peter was an amazing man and not much he didn't do. Knew him for over 40 years and used to enjoy our race day conversations, his opinions and ironic sense of humour.
Unfortunately our paths not crossed for a while but will be missed and remembered.
Condolences to all the family
Justin Blackburne, Oman Horse Racing Club

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