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Jock RICHARDS Obituary


Passed away peacefully at Annie Brydon Lifecare, Hawera, on Saturday, 15th November 2025, with his wife Marg by his side. Devoted husband of Marg for 68 wonderful years. Loved dad and friend of John, Deirdre (Dee) & Len Rogers, Paula & Nathan, and the late Leigh-Anne and Nicky (both deceased). Proud grandad Jock of Nadine, Aidan, Rhys, Hana & Ria, and his six great-grandchildren. A service to celebrate Jock's life will be held in the South Taranaki Funeral Services Chapel, 268 High St, Hawera, on Wednesday, 19th November at 1.00pm, followed by a private cremation. The family wish to extend their heartfelt thanks to the staff of Annie Brydon Lifecare for the exceptional care given to Jock. In lieu of flowers, donations in memory of Jock to Cystic Fibrosis NZ would be appreciated and can be left at the service.


Published by Taranaki Daily News from Nov. 17 to Nov. 18, 2025.

Memories and Condolences
for Jock RICHARDS

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Grant Schou

December 15, 2025

I just found out about Jock today. I had a great pleasure of knowing Jock when we both worked at Lowe Corporation, we worked together on drying projects at the rendering plant and shared a few meals at the famous local Rough Habits, in Jock”s words “he was a bloody good bugger”

Ruth Rangiwahia

November 22, 2025

Dear Marg, Deidre & Paula,
Sincere condolences to you all at Jock´s passing.
Ruth Rangiwahia

Craig Oliver

November 21, 2025

Condolences to the Richards family. Jock was a great coach and great mentor, will be sadly missed. Memories treasured forever. RIP Silver.

Ollie

Andy McClenaghan

November 20, 2025

To the Richards famliy sorry for the loss of jock thinking of you all at this sad time..from.Mcclenaghan famliy

Sharleen Robinson

November 20, 2025

Dear Marg and family with deep and sincere sympathy in the loss of Jock.
Sharleen Robinson (Holdem)

Murray Kemp

November 19, 2025

Condolences to Marg and the extended Richards family on the passing of Jock.
Deepest sympathy at this sad time.

Ross Riddick

November 19, 2025

To the Richards family so sorry to hear the pasting of jock another great rugby man gone to coach rugby in the sky RIP jock Rossco Riddick Palmerston North

Joan and Bruce Goodchap

November 19, 2025

Marg and family. Sorry to hear the passing of jock thinking of u all

Ben

November 19, 2025

Condolences to the Richards family on the passing of Jock from Ben and LLyn Rupapera

Ned and Shelley

November 19, 2025

Condolences to the Richard´s family .Jock was a bloody good bugger hard and fair ,awesome boss,true gentleman will be sadly missed

Rod Finch

November 19, 2025

Very sad to read of Jocks recent passing. Most sincere condolences to Marg and the extended Richards family. R.I.P Jock.
Rod Finch B.C.,Canada

Robin

November 19, 2025

I will never forget our training sessions! and the singing on the bus trips.
RIP Jock.

Grant & Tracey Anderson

November 19, 2025

Sending our sympathy to you Marg & your Family for the passing of Jock

Robert Wolfe

November 19, 2025

Condolences extended to Marg & Family. Long time friend of the Wolfe family from the "Ladies mile" days through to town & in work, sport & leisure. RIP Jock well remembered.

Brian Quin

November 19, 2025

To the extended Richard's family, lots of great memories from his managerial days with the TRFU
Brian and Audrey

Ross and Jan Dunlop

November 19, 2025

To Marg and Family.Sorry for your loss.Great memories

Mike Bruce

November 19, 2025

To the Richard´s family,so sad to hear of Jocks passing my deepest sympathy.Unfortunately l will be unable to attend.Mike Bruce

Shayne & Donna Hunt

November 18, 2025

Condolences to the Richard's families RIP JOCK

Craig and Tracy Bailey

November 18, 2025

Paula and all the Richards family sorry for your loss. Condolences.

John and Alison Thwaites

November 18, 2025

Thanks for all the great memories Jock. Thinking of you Marg and the family.

Neil Goodwin

November 18, 2025

To Deirdre & Len & families so sorry to hear of the passing of Jock. Had a bit to do with jock when he was the boss down @ Lowe Walkers some yrs ago. My thoughts are with you all @ this sad time.

Greg and Raewyn Brady

November 18, 2025

To Margaret and family.
So sorry to hear of Jocks passing.
Great memories from Eltham and Lowe Walker days.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Greg and Raewyn Brady. (formally Greensted Flowers)

Chris McRae

November 18, 2025

Great Eltham man. Another amazing Eltham man passes on. My condolences to the family.

Pat Evanoff

November 18, 2025

Our deepest condolences to you Marg and family
RIP Moose old mate

Cathy McDonald

November 18, 2025

Love and thoughts to all
Cathy and Ian McDonald

Annette Rowe

November 18, 2025

RIP Jock, lots of fun memories from the rugby days. My thoughts are with you Marg and all your family

Bryce

November 18, 2025

Condolences to the family. Great coach as well as a great person on and off the field. R.I.P. Bryce and Lamona

Garry Murfitt

November 18, 2025

RIP Jock. Enjoyed your company and wisdom when you were coaching Eltham, and later on the bowling Green. Garry Murfitt.

Wayne Hart

November 17, 2025

To Marg and family, our deepest condolences to you all ,I have great memories that go back to J C Huttons, and the Low Walker days, RIP m8.

Elwyn Robins

November 17, 2025

To Marg and family My very deepest sympathy to you all My thoughts are with you all in your loss Regards Elwyn Robins

Andy & Eleanor

November 17, 2025

To Marg & Families, so sad to hear the passing of Jock.
Our love thoughts & prayers are with you all. A great man now at peace.
Rest Easy Jock

arnold lloyd

November 17, 2025

Condolences to Jocks family. A good bowling friend and a positive skip. Always had an interest in what I was up to in sport and in business. Arnold Lloyd

Dianne Hopkins

November 17, 2025

I´m so sorry to hear that your dad passed away Deidre. My condolences to you and your family

Bernie Brady

November 17, 2025

To Margaret and Family our thoughts are with you all at this sad time in the passing of Jock we have good fond memories of him while he was Coaching Us at Hawera Rugby Club RIP Jock

Bernie and Brenda Brady
Palmerston North

Mountain

November 17, 2025

Coach,

Thanks for the kick start to my career. Great memories great victories. Rest in love Silver

Michael and Jeanette Brady

November 17, 2025

Our deepest sympathy Margaret on the passing of Jock our thoughts are with you all at the sad time

Michael and Brenda O´Shea

November 17, 2025

To Marg and family
Our thoughts and prayers are with you all with the passing of Jock,
Great memories of rugby days!

John Maslin

November 17, 2025

A great friend of the family. Remembered fondly for his passion and commitment to Eltham rugby.

Pat Sherhy

November 17, 2025

Hugely respected by everyone. Condolences to Marg and the family from Debbie and Pat Sheehy

Eva Hale (Cave)

November 17, 2025

So sad to hear of the loss of your soulmate Margaret my condolences to you and your family

Michelle hossack

November 17, 2025

Aww, such sad news, condolences to you all, Don will be waiting with a glass full, be at peace jock

Bruce Walker Tauranga South

November 17, 2025

RIP Jock, another Eltham and rugby icon passes, my condolences to all the families.. "Moose"

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