Richard SCELLY Obituary

Richard was my one and only uncle and a part of my life since 1963. His life was full and eventful not only personally but in his working life as well. We shared many holidays together in Australia, in NZ (one of the best being in Whangamata ) and in Europe. I will always remember his unique way of greeting me, The big L or Lindy Lu, and mine to him was the big Rick. Rest in peace Richard, I am so sorry I can't be there to say a final farewell. Linda & David , Lewis Martin Gene and Vincent Shaw xx

Heart felt condolences to Marion, Rob and family members. Have very fond memories of Richard's visits. A larger than life character who will be sorely missed.

Richard was such a memorable person... A longtime family friend of my parents Anna & Doug Lovrich as well as a friend & mentor to me & my late sister Victoria. Richard was always so kind and generous to us....Rest well dear Richard
Nikki Lovrich

SCELLY, Richard. Passed away on July 25, 2023. Awarded Queens Service Medal for services to Surf Life Saving in 2010. Much loved Patron, Life Member, mentor and friend to all members and clubbies of the Whangamata Surf Life Saving Club. We will make sure the WhangaFam continue your legacy of service to our community. Rest in Peace.

SCELLY, Richard Murch Q.S.M. On Tuesday 25th of July, 2023 in Whangamata; aged 90 years. Son of the late Emily Orissa Murch and Robert Scelly. Former husband of Barbara Scelly, and beloved father of their children, Marion and Robert Scelly. Much loved twin brother of the late Orissa Diana, brother-in-law of the late Morrell Folley, and dearly loved uncle of Jan Dixon, Sue Folley and Helen Mosen. Nephew of the late Betty Clark, Gwen Street, and Ivan Murch, and cousin of Graham Street and all of their families. Respected good friend of sister-in-law Judith Tambling, and lively uncle of Linda Shaw, Cheryl and Susan Tambling, and Jennifer Talbot. 'To see a World in a Grain of Sand And a Heaven in a Wild Flower, Hold Infinity in the palm of your hand And Eternity in an hour.'