MACKAY, Richard Murray. Passed away peacefully in hospice in Auckland on 15th February 2026, aged 79 years. Dearly loved partner of Val Hoeberig. Beloved brother to Margaret. Much-loved father of Carmen, Nathanael, Dylan, and Courtney. A service to celebrate Richard's life will be held at Morrisons Funeral Home, Glen Innes, on Thursday at 2:00 pm. Family and friends are warmly invited to attend and join in celebrating his life. In lieu of flowers, donations to Mercy Hospice would be appreciated.

Published by The New Zealand Herald on Feb. 17, 2026.