Richard MELVILLE Obituary

Hi Mary and Family
Ian & I were so sorry to hear of Richard´s death. So many amazing memories from Light Opera days, not only as MD but as party pianist, which he seemed to love doing. My first memory of him is playing off-stage piano in Peter Pan for Mrs Darling, as well as being a less-than-fearsome pirate in the same production. Richard + Piano = Light Opera club
John Fausett & Ian Gardiner

Dear Mary what a treat it was to have been involved with you and Richard in the musical shows.I specifically remember working with Richard when choreographing both "Okalahoma" and "West Side Story" - the latter being very challenging when Richard had to get professional musicians three days prior to opening due to the complexity of the score - however he always had a smile on his face and shall be very greatly missed my sincere sympathy ViV

Dear Mary & family.
So sad to hear the news of Richard's passing. It is such a long time ago in the 70's that he came to work with us at Ollies and he was such a fantastic staff member. How wonderful to call Richard a dear friend. We send our love to you Mary and deepest sympathy to you all. Treasure the memories. Colin & Carolyn xx

Dear Mary. Please accept my condolences on the passing of Richard. He has been taken from you too soon as was my Sue. Thanks for your friendship at the Light Opera Club and in the years after. Rest in peace Richard.

Sincere condolences to you, Mary and all the family on the passing of a wonderful man. I have many, many fond memories of Richard from our days with the Auckland Light Opera Club. Rest in peace, Richard.

Dear Mary and family
So many great memories from those fun days in the Light Opera Club. What a sad loss for you all.
Sorry we cannot be with you to celebrate his life.
What a fantastic pianist and person.
Love Kay and Edwin

So sorry Mary and family for your loss ,I have so many wonderful memories of Richard ,wonderful memories of Christmas holidays at waiheke with our families ,you always had a smile on your face ,such a kind caring person
Love Christine and family

So sorry for your loss. Richard helped my family and I in our time of need
Your life was a blessing, your memory a treasure
You are loved beyond words and missed beyond measure

Love to you Mary, great memories and admiration for Richard's music skills at Papatoetoe Light Opera Club many years ago, Marion Snow(was Hulse)