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William BOYD Obituary

BOYD, William Bernard (Bill) CNZM, QSO. Passed away peacefully January 22nd 2025 at Hawkes Bay Hospital. Beloved husband of Lorna. Deeply cherished dad of David and Leigh, Ross and Tamlin, Sue and Greig Mercer, Kathy and Dean Bryant. Dearly loved Poppa of Kim and Nick, Emma, Yolanda and Eddie, Joel and Susan, Emery, Scarlett, Andrew and Kim, Mike and Amanda, Nick, Rachel, Matt and Alex, and Sean. Proud 'Old Pop' of his great grandchildren. A life lived honouring 'service above self'. Bill's life will be celebrated at a memorial service 2pm Thursday 30th January at St. Columba Presbyterian Church, 480 Ti Rakau Drive, Botany, Auckland. For those not able to attend but would like to view the service online it can be viewed at the following link https://bitly.cx/Dpxk In lieu of flowers, donations to the Rotary Foundation would be appreciated.




Published by The New Zealand Herald on Jan. 25, 2025.

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Russell Carthew

February 4, 2025

Dear Lorna & family,
Our thoughts are with you. Bill was such a wonderful Rotarian and friend of our family for generations, firstly with my father, then brother Bill and myself.
Love from Russell & Dara Carthew.

Richard Crooks

January 30, 2025

We have lost a wonderful gentleman, Rotarian and true visionary. Through the work of the Bill and Laura Boyd Charitable Trust, Bill has made an immeasurable and positive impact on the literacy of our children, particularly those from lower decile environments. It has been a privilege for me to have known Bill and to be involved with the trust as it continues Bill's vision of helping improve literacy standards through the Rotary Dictionary Project. RIP Bill You have made a real difference in the lives of so many people.

Marilyn Stevens

January 29, 2025

Bill was a true gentleman & an absolute legend doing good in the world. You will be missed Bill, you have been called to "higher service" Wayne & I will be joining the crowds to celebrate you on livestream. So much love & sincere condolences to Lorna and the family

Alastair and Nicky Orsborn

January 29, 2025

Dear Lorna and family, thinking of you in your loss. An extraordinary Rotarian and friend to so many. Go well cousin Bill.
Love from Nicky and Alastair Orsborn.

David Preston

January 29, 2025

Your inspiration and leadership through my Rotary Journey is something i will always treasure. Rest in Peace knowing job well done

Nadia Lehmann

January 28, 2025

Thoughts are with the family and friends. A true gentleman who will be missed by many. Kind regards, RC of Bay of Islands and District 9919 Literacy Committee

Mike Smith

January 28, 2025

Bill, Rotary International President 2006-2007, inspired all of his friends in Rotary around the world, an inspirational speaker and caring person. All of the Governors of his year will remember the friendship and sound advice given freely by Bill and Lorna. We all will miss Bill.
Mike Smith PDG 1110 2006-07.

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