David WEST Obituary

One of Stratford's best. RIP dave.

My condolences to Alison and family, fond memories of David of the yrs RIP Dave.

So sorry Ali for your loss . Dave was a good friend to us . Doreen

My heart hurts so much knowing your not here anymore you were the best grandad ever I will forever miss you xx our hero forever in our hearts and memories

Ali, so sorry to hear of Dave's passing, unfortunately we were away and missed his funeral. Dave was very kind to my late Father and will be remembered as a true Gentleman.

John and Joan Bourke

Te tai ra, te tai ra, e Pari ana ki te kauheke kauheke kaumatua e he Aitua, he tupua. E te Karangamaha, e te Rangatira e Dave, takoto i runga i te papa i mahia koe te mahi pai, takoto i runga i te rohe o Nga Ruahinerangi i whakatupua koe to whanau, takoto e hoa i waenganui i o o hoa, o whanau otira to tama a Dave jnr. Ka tangi to matou ngakau mo to ngarohanga, to haerenga ki a tatou matua tupuna. Kia maumahara tonu matou to ahua pai, ahua rangatira. Haere e hoa, haere atu ra ki te kainga o Hinenuitepo ki tana ringa kaha rawa o aroha. Takoto, moe mai, okioki mai ra e te rangatira. E te whanau pani, ka nui te aroha ki a koutou kei raro i tenei kapua pouri, koinei nga kupu tautoko, kupu aroha ki a koutou, kia kaha, kia maia, kia manawanui mo enei ra kei mua i a koutou. Ki a koutou a Nga Ruahinerangi, tena rawa atu ki a koutou mo o koutou kaitiakitanga o to matou tama tenei Rangatira he uri o Te Arawa Waka. Whakawhetai ki a koutou.
Ka nui te aroha ki a koutou katoa mai te whanau Phil, Sarah, Tash, Alex and Grace Taikato.

To Alison and family, sending healing Prayers during this difficult time. Dave was a great mentor to me and always full of encouragement. Have many great memories of Dave, and is a very missed part of the Command. R.I.P. Dave.

LOF NZ Command.

Sending condolences to the whole family, Maryann your dad was a really good person he helped me out a few times when I lived on the same street as. He's going to be missed by a lot of people.

We have fond memories of the times both our Families have had together, marching, 21st's, and other celebrations over the many years.
Sending our condolences to
Ali (Mrs West), Leeann, Maryann, Therese, Raymond, the late David jnr and their Whanau.
RIP Dave (Mr West)

A great friend and colleague every Saturday evening. May your new travel be pain free. Rest well. R.I.P.

A great man and colleague

My love to all the family at this time .. Dave was loved by all that come in contact with him ... he is very sadly going to be missed..

So sorry to read of uncle Dave's passing aunty Ali all our love and prayers to you and your whanau. We will miss him in our kaumatua group.
Arohanui cia & warren.

Fond memories of a great Barman. Condolences to all David family.
Love Maureen Lochead

I am very sorry to learn of Dave's passing. A true gentleman in every way.
He will be missed and remembered by many of Stratford residents.
RIP.

To Ali and whanau/ngawhanau,
Sending healing prayers, comforting hugs,
during this difficult time.
Noeline W (Bilkey)
Xx

Ali and family many condolences to you all. Dave was a beautiful man with a big heart. A great family and community member. Respected and loved by all. Thankyou Dave for not only being Sammie's grandad but a grandad to my other children Veronica and Natalie also over the years growing up. With much love have a safe journey. Always remembered. Deb Veronica Natalie and Sammie xxxx

Condolences to all the family.Dave was a good community man and very proud of his family.I know my late Dad,Harold ,used to speak highly of him.May he rest in peace.

To the west family Dave was a very good man done lots of Legion of frontiersmen duty thinking of you guys at this moment

Uncle Dave, one of the gentle giants gone but will always be part of our memories. Sending all my love to Aunty Ali, Leeanne, Maryann, Therese, Raymond and the late David Jr families. Your husband, dad, koro was an amazing man and a true gentleman.
I can still see him in his Legion of Frontiers uniform with my old man (Peter Maxwell), Uncle Ray Ratu and others.
Stella, Eileen, Glenda and Iven

Sending our love to the West family. Dave was an awesome 2nd grandad for Shanaye (neighhhh).
Thinking of you all

Please accept our deepest sympathy. Dave was such a lovely man, so proud of his family, the community has lost a beautiful man who gave so much to those around him.
Jill and Ian Dingle

Thinking of you all at this time. A wonderful man and respected by all who knew him. Our love to you all.

Condolences to the West Whanau. Dave was always friendly and kind. Dad (Jim kilpatrick) always spoke fondly of him

Sending our sympathy and love to you all. Dave was a lovely man who shared his love and knowledge. His dedication to the community will be remembered for ever. Chris and Raewyn Rooney and family

Our condolences to you all. Such a kind man with a big heart. RIP Dave

Great guy who will be sadly missed .

Our condolences to Leanne and your family, a mate and work colleague for security ,great dart player, memories last forever....rest in peace Dave ..´a real good fella gone ...´

Such an amazing man, will be very missed. Much love to all of the family

Very sad to read this. Thinking of you all xx one of Dads long-time friend. RIP Mr West

Love The Ratu Whanau

Condolence to Ally & family RIP Westy a great friend to have had.

Deepest Sympathy´s from the Wilton family.
RIP Dave.

RIP 'Westy'...the heart was as big as the man..My condolences Ally & all the families...kia kaha rest easy friend...

Our condolence to Alison and their whanau, Rip Dave from Mary Hildred and whanau.

A wonderful person never ashamed of the gospel Dave you are finally home with your Lord. Deepest sympathy to the family & may God's love be with you.