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David Harold "Dave" GARDNER

FUNERAL HOME

Vospers Funeral Services

257 Devon St East

New Plymouth, Taranaki

David GARDNER Obituary

Our family sadly announces the passing, of Dave on Saturday, 21 February; aged 88 years. A much-loved husband and friend of Sue. Loving Dad and father-in-law of Julie & Guy Jackson, Michelle & Steve Davis, and Deb & Kerry Schreiber. A fun-loving Grandad and great-grandad. Requiem Mass for Dave will be celebrated at Our Lady Help of Christians, 24 Clinton Street, Fitzroy, New Plymouth, on Wednesday, 25 February 2026, at 11.00am. Vigil prayers will be held in the church on Tuesday evening at 7.00pm. For those unable to attend, Dave's service will be livestreamed via his tribute page vospers.co.nz/upcoming-funerals/


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Published by Taranaki Daily News on Feb. 23, 2026.

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Jocelyn and Maree

Yesterday

Mum and I had a lot of neighbourly chats over the years with Dave.
He was a great guy,

Condolences Sue,

Jocelyn and Maree.

Ann

Yesterday

After 60 years of a wonderful friendship it is so hard to say goodbye. We will miss the hilarious memories and your cheeky smile and so much more. Love to Sue Julie Michelle Deborah and their families.

val Jackson

Yesterday

Loving thoughts and prayers are with Sue and the extended family.
A great family man now at rest.
R.I.P. Dave
Love to you all Val Jackson

Terrence Joyce

Yesterday

To Sue and family,
we are sorry to hear of Dave's passing, he always had time for a warm, friendly chat, and our conversations were great, he loved the kids and seen them growing up through our years at church, he was next door to Dad in hospital a year or two ago. We will miss him, and his great sense of humor,
God bless, Terry, Rochelle and family.

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Moira Blundell

Yesterday

Thoughts are with you Sue and girls.
Dave was a nice man I am sure your families will miss him dearly.
RIP Dave.

Sarah and Glen Forrest

Yesterday

RIP Dave. Sending love to Sue and the family. Dave was one of a kind. A faith filled, gentle soul. Our prayers and thoughts are with you all.
Glen and Sarah

Roy Peters

Yesterday

condolences Julie and Guy . Roy Peters ex Tariki

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Vospers Funeral Services

257 Devon St East, New Plymouth