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William BYFORD Obituary

BYFORD, William Noel John (Bill). On Thursday 26th January 2017, passed away at his home in Taihape after a courageous battle, aged 70 years. Dearly loved husband and mate of Jan. Dearly loved Dad and Dad-in-law of Ann, Helen (partner Kim), Wayne (fianc? Chanelle), Paul and Nerys, Shirley and Marcus Turner. Much loved stepdad of Hans Tapsell (partner Amanda), Kim and James Reid, and dearly loved granddad and great granddad. Dearly loved brother and brother in law of Pat and Bob May, the late Ngaire, Heather and Dave McQueen, and Joe and Kuia. The family wish to extend a sincere thanks to Taihape Medical Centre Staff, Taihape Carers, Laura Fergusson Rehab Wanganui, and special friend Tom McArthur. A service to celebrate Bills life will be held at St Mary's Catholic Church, Huia Street, Taihape 1.00pm Wednesday 1st February 2017, followed by interment in the Taihape Cemetery. Bennetts Taihape Funeral Services 06 3880452
Published by The New Zealand Herald on Jan. 30, 2017.

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February 7, 2017

I had a boat at mana marina and passed Bill occasionally on the finger. I was inexperienced sailer and Bill without really knowing me invited my son and l on an overnight trip to the sounds. His generosity humour and seamanship stuck with me and l was'nt surprised when he won the trans Tasman race with another sailer. The world is a sadder place with the passing of people like Bill. John Gilmour sv Hona Lee

Pam Timmins

February 1, 2017

Thinking of you Jan, especially today. My heart goes out to you.

January 31, 2017

Thinking of you Helen and your family at this very sad time.
Very deepest sympathy
Annette and Paul Mackie and all our family

Jo Rule

January 31, 2017

Jan, Hans, Kim and family so sorry to hear the news. Although the struggles and pain for Bill have gone, I know the hard road now begins for you. All my love and thoughts. Sorry I cannot be there tomorrow x

January 31, 2017

To Jan and family. Bill was an inspiration within Rotary who made a real difference in both his community and wider with young people who benefited from RYPEN. With our deepest sympathy
Pat and Melva Waite

Marie & Don Ormsby

January 31, 2017

Our very deepest Sympathy to you
Jan, and Family.

Rodney Wong

January 31, 2017

Jan & Family,
Bill was an inspiration and I will miss his humour and optimism.

Howard Tong

January 31, 2017

Jenny and I send our comforting thoughts to you Jan and family. Bill was a wonderful servant helping others with a smile and dedication. A true example of service above self.

Lisa Williamson

January 30, 2017

Jan and family,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time. May all your special and happy memories bring you comfort.
Love, Lisa and Martin Williamson

Darren Terris

January 30, 2017

A true gentelman rest easy and peacefully

Bernice Houghton

January 30, 2017

Jan, I cannot find the right words. Bill was just a fantastic guy.
Your love and care let Bill obtain those goals that he achieved.
Will always be at the end of the phone for you. Lots of love Bernice

Renae Rutherford

January 30, 2017

Sorry to hear the news of Bill's passing Jan. Thinking of you at this time.

Marilyn Stevens

January 30, 2017

Our thoughts and prayers are with you all at this sad time - Bill was a true Rotarian and will always be remembered through his service to youth.

District Governor Martin

January 30, 2017

Bill was a true Rotarian who put service above self. He provided so many opportunities to young people by leading for many years the Rotary Youth Enhancement Programme. He will be a huge loss. Our thoughts are with Bill's family at this sad time.

January 30, 2017

The long road has come to the end. Thinking of you all at this time, You will all have so many memories of the fun times together that will help get you through. It's a great loss to the Taihape community Love and prayers. Donald and Sandra Fannin

January 30, 2017

Dear Jan and family,
Sending love and holding thoughts of Bill in our hearts at this very sad time.
Love Geoff and Gill Duncan

January 29, 2017

Dear Jan and family thoughts are with you at this sad time
May memories of happy times comfort you love Enid Bryant

January 28, 2017

"Dear Jan and family thoughts are with you and family at this sad time.
May memories of happy times spent together comfort you as you come to terms with the loss of your dearly loved Bill
Love Enid Bryant

Janie Walker

January 28, 2017

We will continue to have adventures on Pebbles and think of you. Janie and Dean.

January 28, 2017

Thinking of you at this sad time Jan xx shirl and chris

January 28, 2017

Jan and family, So sorry to read of Bills death. Please accept my deepest sympathy. Cathie Cooper.

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