Leith MILES Obituary

To Marrilyn, Robert and Family
Our thoughts are with you at this sad time. Leith was a
very noble gentleman to many. He will be sadly missed
Jen and Graham Beare
Tairua

A remarkable man who meant a great deal to both of our families. Always there for us and always asking after our wellbeing and that of our families. The most amazing memory and a source of very fond memories for us. He was a mentor to my father when they worked together and a great family friend after they retired. One of the most caring citizens ever to walk the streets of Hawera, with the respect of everyone he met along the way. South Taranaki has lost its last gentleman.

So sad to read a Master has passed. A true Polieman & Gentleman. From George Williams Retired Kaiapoi.

To Leith and Enid's family,
Sincere condolences and love on the passing of Leith.
A gentle man and a friend to all.
From Franklin, Patricia and Peter Jefferson.
The last of the family of Jack and Gladys Jefferson of Marton.

To all of the Miles Family, So sorry to read the passing of Leith, He was such a gentle giant & so respected in every thing he was involved with throughout the town. When chatting away to him he would always by there names ask about our family & what they were up to. I once said to Leith you got Curly Campbell to build your nice house on Fairfield rd but why on Fairfield rd Leith. His reply was because it's on the end of McCarthy st. My thoughts go out to you all @ this sad time.

The volunteers at Central Taranaki RDA send their condolences to you Marilyn, and your family on the passing of your dear father Leith.

To the Miles family, I share your sad lost of a great man I had and still have great respect for senior as I have always called him. he was like a father to us naughty boys in years gone by. RIP senior. Kevin Kawana.

Condolences to the Miles family at the passing of am awesome man, remember you and my Dad having great conversations in the glasshouse. Geurts Family

Condolences to family of Leith Miles. A true gentleman and friend.
Always stopped to chat when he was out and about. We have many fond memories.
Ruth and Allan Schicker.

What a Hawera Icon. Love to Marilyn and Robert thinking of you at this sad time
Regards Alex and Ann Garrett Tauranga

My condolences to Leiths family..I remember he and I in the Hawera District Court in the 70's He the prosecutor , me as the defendants Lawyer.He was always honest and of course justice was served

Fond memories of a true gentleman and former colleague of many years ago.RIP Leith.
Brian Smith,Melbourne, Australia.

R.I.P Leith you were the best boss and friend I had the privilege to work with. I will always remember my years at Hawera Police Station with you. The gentle Giant now at rest.

RIP Leith, a true gentleman and a great friend to my late father Tom Priest. Our sincerest condolences to your family.

A mighty Totara Tree has fallen
My Dad's boss and friend for many years in Hawera.
Attended my wedding and many family celebrations never forgot anyone's names years on.
Weekly visits to see my Dad in Annie Brydon and when he passed made a beautiful tribute at his funeral.
Visited my mum often and attended her 90th made a heartwarming speech about her and my Dad.
You were a beaitiful man Leith.
R.I.P. Betty & Pauline & families

Condolences to the Miles family on the passing of Leith. He was a great boss, mentor ,roll model and friend in the late 70s in Hawera. RIP Leith

I am saddened to read of Leith´s passing my condolences to the family. What can I say that hasn´t been said, he was Terry´s boss when he was a Policeman in Opunake, just the best he never forgot a name always asked after the children by there name even in the later years. A life well lived RIP Leith.

Special memories of times gone by, a very special man, kind thoughts to Ross and family.

We need to find a new bidder for hammers, wood planes and steel vices now that L M has passed. RIP Leith. Quinn Bros

Deepest condolences go out to you all in the loss of this strong Totara that was your father. Our thoughts are with you all

To the Miles family, So sorry to hear of Leiths passing. He was dads `boss´ when Mick was policeman at Manaia. So many great
memories of those days. Leith would never forget names. Even
in the days when he was in a mobility scooter in town he always
stopped, had a chat and asked out my kids calling them by name.
Rest In Peace Leith. Sue and Graeme Mills

It was our privilege to have know Leith over many years In Wellington as Senior Sergeant and in Hawera. Leith was someone both Diane and myself respected and are so very sorry to hear of his passing. My first time serving as a Judicial JP was with Leith and many hours spent at his home training new JP's with a cuppa afterwards provided by Enid. Rest in Peace Leith.

To the Miles extended family, condolences. During my time in SAR as Police Adviser, Leith gave us "anything" we needed, equipment, transport and support. He never forgot your name. He served the NZ Police "in the highest tradition" of policing in New Zealand. After his time as Senior Seargent he continued his community involvement in Hawera and after he lost his driver's license he continued his rounds in his mobility vehicle. He remembered everyone and everyone remembered him. We all are better for knowing Leith.
RIP big guy.

A mighty Kauri has fallen. One of life's loveliest gentlemen. I have many wonderful memories of Leith, while we were in Hawera, and we always kept in touch after we left. Cliff was so humbled and moved when Leith made such a long journey to attend his farewell from the police, in Opotiki, when we knew he had so many other commitments. RIP Leith, my thoughts are with the family.

An Officer and a Gentleman. Such a beautiful soul has passed. It has been an honour to have known Leith, and the kindness he has shown our family over the years. Sincere condolences from the Charteris family.

It is with sadness that we acknowledge the passing of our Life Member, mentor and friend. We also acknowledge and thank you for your unprecedented voluntary commitment and contribution to the South Taranaki community as a Justice of the Peace.
To Leith's Family, deepest condolences.
Leith, rest in peace.

To the Miles Family our Condolences to you all in the sad passing of Senior Sargeant Leith we have Good fond memories when we were living in Hawera he was always available to have a chat to and also a fine gentleman RIP Leith

Bernie and Brenda Brady
Papamoa

It It´s with great sadness that I have learned of the passing of Leith. Condolences to all of the Family.
I have Great memories of chatting with him and Aunty Margaret.
R.I.P Senior Sargent Miles

To the Miles Family,
Sorry to hear of Leith's passing, please accept my condolences on behalf of my late parents and siblings. Your parents will be remembered for the times when they purchased Dad's honey. From Brian Harris, formerly of Hawera now Katikati.

Uncle Leith.
I can't believe that you have gone. I was coming to visit you next weekend.
I will miss you so much Uncle.
Rest in eternal Peace.
Your loving God-daughter
Caroline.

Our sympathy to Leith´s extended family. A sincere gentleman, and a real Hawera identity. Leith always remembered our names and always inquired after Colleen´s mum Zeta while she was still alive. He was a great mentor to Ross in the early 1970´s.
Regrettably we will be unable to join you to celebrate Leith´s long life.
Colleen & Ross Madgwick
Wellington (ex Hawera)

Very sorry to hear this news. Leith was Senior Sergeant when I started as a lawyer in Hawera. He was always wonderful to deal with and always courteous, helpful and respectful to me and my Dad. Peter O'Dea Christchurch.

A Great family and personal friend. Top Cop and a true gentleman. RIP Leith. Leaves a legacy hard to beat.

Leith hung up his Great Coat some 40 years ago but remains one of the most respected members of the NZ Police to have served in South Taranaki, and indeed where ever he worked. Mostly I remember his sharp memory.
His ability to recall dates events and names was legendary. Condolences to family and friends.