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Sir Brian James . ONZ KNZM OBE LOCHORE

Sir LOCHORE Obituary

LOCHORE, Sir Brian James (BJ). ONZ, KNZM, OBE. On August 3 2019 peacefully at home in Masterton, aged 78. All Black 1963 - 1971 #637, All Black Captain 1966 - 1970. Beloved husband and best friend of Pam. Much loved father and father-in-law of Sandra and Jon, Joanne and Mark, David and Virginia. Inspirational grandfather of Lochie, Sophie, and Annie; James, Charlotte and Brigette; Jake and Frank. Much loved brother of Kevin, Shona, and Wayne. The family thank the numerous doctors and medical staff who tried so hard and gave exceptional care. Brian led a life that was full. The family are very proud of all he achieved, and their hearts are breaking at this time of loss as Brian still had so much to give. A Service to celebrate Sir Brian's life will be held at Memorial Park, Dixon Street Masterton on Thursday August 8 at 1:00pm. Messages to the Lochore family may be sent C/- P O Box 2055 Masterton.



Published by The New Zealand Herald on Aug. 5, 2019.

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August 9, 2019

Pam and Family, I never had the pleasure of meeting Brian, but was within the presence of him at Rugby functions, and greatly admired his friendliness and statue mixing with everyone and anyone. My first real memory of Brian was as a kid during the 1965 Springbok series which the AB's won. A wonderful player and giver to the Rugby Community and Community in general.
I have watched your son Jake playing for the Mackenzie Prems this season and there is obvious straits filtering through (maybe the next Lochore AB?).
You will all have great memories to treasurer. Please look forward with pride.
Kind Regards
Don Garland (former NZ U19) , Timaru - I am a great Nephew of the late Ralph Garland, Masterton who Brian may well have known in Farming circles RIP

Judi McConnochie

August 7, 2019

My ex husband Bryan McConnochie & I have never forgotten Brian Lohore or his wife Pam for the wonderful opportunity to help look after their farm in Eketahuna while they went to Sth Africa 1976. We both saw Sir Brian as an outstanding, caring,wonderful humble man. He touched the hearts of thousands for being an amazing person.
It was with great sadness to hear of his passing. Our condolences to Pam & all the family. I pray for comfort during this time.. Judi McConnochie

craig robertson

August 7, 2019

Our heartfelt thoughts,memories and reflections are with Mr Lochores cherished Wife and beloved family and friends,also the wider All Black family of supporters who feel the lose of one of their own who presence said it all

Ann Clarke (nee White)

August 7, 2019

As a fellow student and High School Board Secretary my thoughts go to Pam and the family.at this time. Brian had a way with him that will be treasured by many. And he had a family that was there behind him at all times. His life is complete but memories will continue.

Betty Wilson

August 5, 2019

My sympathy to the families taken far too soon a great man lost

Ruth Baird

August 5, 2019

Please accept our condolences he was a credit to the New Zealand rugby union and of course Wairarapa bush regards Ruth Baird

Arthur and Frances von Sturmer

August 5, 2019

To Pam and the family
We are very sad to hear that Brian has passed away
So sorry that we are not able to attend the service on Thursday as we are overseas
Our thoughts are with you all at this sad and difficult time
Please accept our deepest sympathy

Betty Clark

August 5, 2019

Sincere condolences to you in your sad loss. Sir Brian was a ledgend.

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