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Michael SEAVER Obituary

SEAVER,
Michael Desmond (Mike):
Mike cut his last key at work before he left this world on Tuesday 3rd December 2019, aged 60 years. He was an adored soulmate and husband of Mary, and the best dad and doting father of Maren, Joey, and the late Jez. Instead of flowers, please consider a donation to Hospice Taranaki, you may leave these donations at Mike's service. A service to celebrate Mike's contribution to Hawera history will be held at St Joseph's Catholic Church, Hawera, on Saturday 7th December 2019, commencing at 11.00am, after which the funeral will move to the Hawera Cemetery.

Published by Taranaki Daily News from Dec. 4 to Dec. 5, 2019.

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Alison Bluett

December 17, 2019

In sympathy and support Mary & family. I'll keep an eye out for you at Arabica next time I'm home. Take care xx

Donna Bennett

December 13, 2019

Thinking of you Mary and family. So sad to hear of Mike's passing..love and prayers to you all.

Suzanne Carr

December 9, 2019

Dear Mary and family
We are so sorry to hear of Mike's passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all at this very sad time.Mike was a truly lovely caring man. Arohanui Spencer and Suzanne Carr.

Bruce LeQuesne

December 9, 2019

Deepest sympathy to Mary and family, such a sad loss on a truly good guy, our thoughts are with you
Bruce & Viki

dale goldfinch

December 8, 2019

Such a kind man Mike, whenever my Granddaughter wanted something on her scooter fixed or a ball pumped up, you did it willingly for her and asked for nothing in return. RIP Mike and thankyou

Leigh Hopcroft

December 8, 2019

you were a nice guy and will be missed by many, RIP Michael
condolences to your family.

December 7, 2019

To all of the Seaver family our condolences to each and every one of you.from Grant and Jocelyn brown

December 7, 2019

Deepest Sympathy to you all
Rod and Betty Smith New Plymouth

David McCallum

December 7, 2019

Dear Mike, you were a great bloke,always greeted everyone like they were your best friend. Knowledgeable about bikes,keys,mowers,you knew your stuff.You will be greatly missed,always enjoyed our talks about,cycling,life,parenting and so on. Thoughts are with you Mary,Maren and Joey.

Tina Shilvock

December 7, 2019

Such a lovely man, such a cheeky smile! Mike you were one of a kind - the best kind. Your sense of humour, your willingness to go the extra mile, your love for your family were just part of who you were, a good bloke - wish you could have stayed longer, much longer. You will be missed by many but never forgotten. Thinking of you all Mary, please accept my deepest sympathy.

December 7, 2019

My sympathy to you all on Michael death may he rest in the bed of heavens cousins in kilkee Co.Clare Ireland .Helen Kennedy..my grand mother was Mary liddane

Lisa Habershon

December 7, 2019

Dear Mary and family, thinking of you all. Will always remember Mike as a kind and generous soul. Much love to you all during this very sad time. Lisa Habershon and family

Ali Butt

December 7, 2019

As a customer of mike I find him very honest humble and courteous person.

I big loss to Hwera community.

Condolences to Mike's family.

you will be missed mate.

Clare Martin

December 7, 2019

Please accept our deepest sympathy Mike was a great person always ready to share a laugh. May memories help you all now Bryan & Clare

Pauline Watty

December 7, 2019

Condolences to Mary & family. A great man taken too soon. Thinking of you all
Regards Frank and Pauline Watty (nee Collins)

Natalie Irvine

December 7, 2019

Only 19 months ago I was there the day you came to tell Lois and Bob of your sad news. You have fought bravely, but it was not to be. Thinking of you Mary through this terrible time. Natalie Irvine. Melbourne

Dave Pollard

December 7, 2019

So sad to hear of Mike's passing he will be missed by many.

Dave Pollard

December 7, 2019

So sad to hear of Mike's passing he will be missed by many.

December 7, 2019

Condolences to Mike's family at this very sad time.
RIP Mike I will never forget you and especially your big smile.

Bruce Cook.

Ray and Lynda Ford

December 7, 2019

Will miss your smart comments and calendars Mike

Brooke Coxhead & Brayden Lockley

December 6, 2019

Going to miss your dark humour and that cheeky smile of yours, Mike. Who's going to take the mickey out of me now... Sending our love and thoughts to you at this sad time Mary, Maren, & Joey. Mike was one hell of a guy who will be dearly missed xx.

Shane Reid

December 6, 2019

Til we meet again young fella thanks so much for your help over the years weather it be bikes or keys and locks for S.R.A.E my thoughts go out to the family at this sad time

Pat and David Mcnair

December 6, 2019

Mary and family.Words can't express how you will be feeling. So many memories and so many friends. Please accept our condolences. Thinking of you . Pat and David

Megan Te Ahuahu

December 6, 2019

So very sad. Mary, you are definitely in our thoughts. My dear friend Cath, how lucky both you and Mike were to spend that quality time together over labour weekend. Thinking of you all. Megan and Doyle Whanau.

December 6, 2019

Mike you were an amazing guy with an astounding knowledge and a caring heart. Your ability to care for others in good and bad times showed your character. RIP mate .You have earned your place in paradise. Take care Mary, Maren and Joey.
Kay, Mike, Samantha, Joseph, Georgia and George Legge.

December 6, 2019

Sorry to hear of Mikes passing. Real character and a true BOLSHIE.Will b sadly missed.
Bruce Tobin ( TOBS)
Mangawhai Heads, Northland

Jenny Greenhill

December 6, 2019

Warmest condolences to you Mary and family with the loss of Mike. Such an awesome guy who will be missed by all who knew him.Regards Jenny, Malcolm and Nadine Greenhill x

Dianne Hopkins

December 6, 2019

They say Love makes the world go round, well Mike, you sure touched so many lives with your love. The kindness you showed to so many people, the smile, the jokes, all brightened our lives.
To Mary, Maren and Joey, my deepest sympathy.

andre weel

December 6, 2019

our sincere condolences to Mary and family, from everyone at Hobbs Davy auto services,we will miss his chats and laughter in the workshop

andre & shirley weel

December 6, 2019

Deepest sympathy to Mary and family , mike will be sadly missed . Our thoughts are with you all

Brian James

December 6, 2019

My condolences to Mary and the kids, Mike was one in a million,he was loved by our whole family, the kids always talk about the "donald duck man". RIP our friend.

Marlene Clement

December 6, 2019

My condolences to Mary and family will sadly be missed, had many a conversations over the horses and the good ole days, Rest in Peace my friend

Joe Cronin

December 6, 2019

Sorry to hear about Mikes passing, A good bloke that always had a smile and time for a chat. Regards to all the family

Martin Halpin

December 6, 2019

My condolences go out to Michael Seaver and his family in Hawera, NZ. From your cousins in North America, Ireland, and the UK Marty Halpin in New York, USA

December 5, 2019

My condolences go out to Michael Seaver and his family in Hawera, NZ. From your cousins in North America, Ireland, and the UK

Cristina Powell

December 5, 2019

Mary, Maren and Joey. We are very sorry for your lost, our deepest sympathy. You are in our thoughts. Love Mike, Sebastian and Oliver Powell.

Snow

December 5, 2019

My condolences to Mary and kids
Cycle on Mike.

Greg&Ellen Thompson

December 5, 2019

Our condolences to the Seaver family Mike was our neighbor for the last five years we had many conversations when ever we were passing the shop Mike always had a smile on his face and would always make the kids laugh just a great guy . RIP Mike .

December 5, 2019

Thinking of you Mary and family I know Mike will leave a huge hole in all your lives but know that you have people out there you can lean on. Mike always had a story to tell and made everyone laugh he will be missed by many RIP Mike. Andy and Jo Carlson

Luanne & Terry Cooper

December 5, 2019

We're so very sorry to hear of Mike's passing. He was always very kind and helpful, especially to my mum and dad Tom and Leonie Priest, who were great friends with Ben and Aileen.
Our deepest sympathy to Mary and family and the extended Seaver family.

December 5, 2019

very sad to hear about Mike .He was a neat guy and a real character Our condolences Grant Santi and Jimmy Vosseler

Mario & Barabara Bestall

December 5, 2019

Rest in Peace Mike, Mary and family our thoughts are with you at this sad time.Great conversations had with this man who always time to stop and have a chat and reminisce the good Bolshie days.

December 5, 2019

To Mary an kids , sorry u lost your lovely Husband an Dad but know u will hav lovely memories. we thinking of you
Red and Anne Kemp

Deb Shaw

December 5, 2019

I was shocked and saddened to hear about Mike. My heartfelt condolences go out to Mary and family and also my good friend Cath and the rest of the Seaver Clan. My Dad worked for Ben and growing up, when I wasn't at home I was at the Seavers house. They were like my second family. Mike always had a smile on his face and a laconic sense of humour and that is how I will remember him. Did a number of the bike pub crawls (on bikes he had loaned me). Lots of great memories Mike. Aroha xx

Alison Pollock

December 5, 2019

To Mary and family
It's hard to understand why people are taken from us, but find comfort in knowing that you were all a very special part of a well lived life. His memories to you are a legacy of love. Please accept my deepest sympathy love and blessings at this sad time. Alison Pollock

Isabell Shimmin

December 5, 2019

Deepest Sympathy to Mary and family, and to all of Michael's brothers and sisters. Thinking of you at this very sad loss.
Isabell Shimmin (Tucker)

Mike, Cristina, Sebastian and Oliver Powell

December 5, 2019

May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.

Jenny Ropiha

December 5, 2019

Mike you were one of my very dear friends from St Jo's and whenever we met up we always had a chat and a laugh about our school days together. Condolences to Mary & Family. RIP Smiley Mike

December 5, 2019

Mary, family and extended family, thoughts are with you at this sad time of Michael's passing, a smiling face and a chat always.
Clare O'Dowd

December 5, 2019

To dear Mary and Family ,It's hard to understand why our loved ones are taken from us, find comfort in knowing that you were all a very special part of a well lived life and your memories are a legacy of his life forever . Please accept my deepest sympathy love and blessings at this very sad time Alison Pollock

December 5, 2019

So sad to hear of Mike's death, our thoughts are with you all at this time.
Regards Grant & Ann Hildred

Peter F

December 5, 2019

RIP Mike.

Katharine,Sarah and Brearna Jones

December 5, 2019

Our thoughts are with you Mary, Maren and Joey, Mike was one great neighbour ,enjoyed our chats over the fence and the helping hand he always offered. Truely a great bloke .R.I.P. Mike

Julie Glossop

December 5, 2019

Farewell Mike. Over the years I've laughed at you and laughed with you. You introduced me to my best friend nearly 40 years ago, and for that I'll always be grateful. Rest easy now mate, you fought the good fight in true Seaver style. Thank you for your friendship to our family and the extra handful of lollies at the show parades. Back a winner up there, and give my love to Ben and Aileen. Rest in Paradise my friend xx

Gloria & Des Styles

December 5, 2019

We remember the guy with the biggest smile...ten years ago we were handed the keys to our new home we were so excited ... we left the house with the building company only to find we had left the keys inside...But yes you guessed it Mike to the rescue he saved us from breaking a window....and picked the door lock for us...what a guy he was to the Hawera Community...he will be missed RIP

Marilyn Waters

December 5, 2019

Mary..so sorry to hear of Mikes passing...love to you and the family...he always spoke highly of his family and his soul mate...i know he has struggled, but now at peace...sending a hug...Marilyn...Viking Officeworks New Plymouth...xx

Karen & Robyn Ngaia (Batch)

December 5, 2019

Thinking of you Mary and whanau. Mike has gone to be by Jez and all the other angels. I can see him now, talking up a storm. A kind soul gone way too soon. Love to you all Mary and fam.

Pip Foley

December 5, 2019

Mary.. thinking of you all throughout this difficult time. Much love ..

Peter Anderson

December 4, 2019

RIP Michael
An old St Joes school mate
I agree with everyone about the smile
Condolences to Mary and family

Roger Scott

December 4, 2019

Deepest sympathy to Mary and family, so sad to learn of Mike's passing...Mike was one in a million, always there to lend a hand when needed with a smile on is face.
I enjoyed the games on the basketball court with and against Mike... RIP Mate.

Gabi & Pete Mulholland

December 4, 2019

Our condolences to Mary, family and friends, so sorry for your loss. Mike was a true legend, and a very kind person,
Such an awesome soul.
He always had time for a chat, and always with kind words. Sending love and a big hug he will be missed so much, and by many
RIP Mike

Steve Bent

December 4, 2019

So sorry to hear of Mikes passing. One of lifes good buggers. Another Bolshie heads to that big rugby field. R.I.P mate

Robyn Sorensen

December 4, 2019

Mary, Myron and Joey, my heart goes out to you at this very sad time. Mike will and his contribution to our community will be greatly missed. Alot of people will have fond memories of his great kindness, quirky humour and willingness to help others. With my children in their 30's they still have memories of choosing their bikes at 'Mikes'.I was talking to Alex i Germany this morning and he mentioned all the support he has given to the BMX boys over the years. During this time you must never forget how much people care and are there for you, as was Mike in times of need.
God Bless and give you strength.
Mary, I apologise I will not be at the service as I have a broken pelvis. I will be with you all in spiritand sending my love.
of need.

Carol Knowles

December 4, 2019

Deepest sympathy to Mary and family
Always a cheerful guy and one for a chat
Paul Urlich and Carol Knowles

Toni & Kevin Lock

December 4, 2019

To Mary, Maren & Joey our thoughts are with you all at this sad time. Mike and his cycling chats will be much missed by us all. Lock family

Laurence Mahony

December 4, 2019

Deepest sympathy. To mary and family. From Lindys. Daughter Megan In Perth And Laurence Mahony.

Tobi Hipp

December 4, 2019

Yesterday was a very sad day. The skies cried with rain all day. I will miss you my friend. Too soon. Rest peacefully, Mike. You will always be remembered. Mary, Joey, Maren and the rest of the family, you are in our prayers.

December 4, 2019

They definitely broke the mold when they made Mike, one of the nicest guys I ever met, a true legend. His legacy lives on.RIP.Deepest sympathy to his family.Mike Southwell.

SUE CANN

December 4, 2019

Mary and the Seaver Family, so very sorry to learn of Michael's passing. Thinking of you all at this very sad time.

December 4, 2019

To Mary and family, thoughts are with you
RIP Mike ,always great for a chat and remembering stuff I'd long forgotten
Punky and Sharon

ravind singh

December 4, 2019

I am truly sorry to hear of the loss of Michael SEAVER. Please accept our condolences and may our prayers help comfort the family.
Panmure Key Cutting Services

Jennie Yardley

December 4, 2019

May God bless you in this time of sorrow.
Mike will be missed by many. Condolences to all the family

Patsy & Cecil Hunt

December 4, 2019

Mike will be greatly missed always gave us heaps help over the years cutting keys and heaps of knowledge when buying bikes for ourdelves our kids and grandkids RIP Mike

Susanne Hipp

December 4, 2019

My dear friend Mike. Our world will be so much poorer without you. I saw the Rainbow yesterday morning which must have been your bridge to heaven and I will always remember you when I see a rainbow. My deepest condolences to you Mary, Maren, and Joey and to the rest of the family.

Craig Roberts

December 4, 2019

So sad to hear of Mike's passing. A good friend from our St Joes days through Hwera High. We shared some great times growing up
Mary and family our deepest condolences and we are thinking of you at this sad time.
Jan and Craig

Sandy Tosland

December 4, 2019

When Mikes name comes up, it always brings a smile to my face. He's left a lasting imprint on this world and in the tough times, I hope that will help get you through. Thinking of you Mary and family. Much love.

Amanda Moody

December 4, 2019

Mike the expert, oh how your knowledge will be missed. Always looked forward to my catch ups with you to sort you Star ad. Never a dull moment! The biggest smiles and the worst jokes. You are a legend in this town and have done your family proud Mike, rest easy now.
Thinking of you Mary.

Wayne Loveridge

December 4, 2019

Mike...remember those tuff boney elbows in my side as I rolled past u on the b ball courts...gonna miss the talks and truths over life and bikes and keys! Condolences whanau and be well in the knowledge of the legacy left will always be remembered and never forgotten...loved his work ethic, loved his determination...loved that guy who is now in the big shed and toolbox in the sky...RIP.

Marie Roberts

December 4, 2019

So sorry to hear Mike will no longer be there to bring a smile to us all..
Death leaves a heartache no one can heal.. But Love leaves a memory no one can steal..
Thinking of you all Mary & Family take care. Marie Roberts

Michael. Jeanette Brady

December 4, 2019

Deepest sympathy Mary and family on the passing of Mike our thoughts are with you all at this Sad time.May he rest in peace.
Michael and Jeanette Brady.

Brian Harris

December 4, 2019

On Behalf of Warren Sole and family.
Condolences to Mary and the Seaver family on the loss of Michael, he will be sorely missed by everyone. And condolences on behalf of my family too. From Brian Harris

December 4, 2019

RIP Mike
To Mary and family our love and prayers are with you. Richard,Erica, Sarah and Charlie Strand.

Angela Anderson

December 4, 2019

A very sad day indeed, Mike was always so cheerful and positive, a lovely person. Much sympathy to his family.
Ang Anderson Keys Plus

Delwyn Beecher

December 4, 2019

Mike will be missed by many.
Condolences to Mary and family

Lionel & Delwyn Beecher

December 4, 2019

Deepest sympathy to Mary and family our thoughts prayers with you during this very sad time. Thankyou mary for sharing Mike with us all. rip Mike. Karen & Mark Regent st

Sharon Preece

December 4, 2019

So sorry to read of Mike's passing my sympathy goes out to Mary & all the family at this very sad time. He was always smiling & I will miss seeing him ride his bike in the parades up town. RIP Mike

Peter Lind

December 4, 2019

My deepest condolences to Mary and the family he sure will be missed. What a legend of a man. RIP Mike

Kerry Manderson

December 4, 2019

Condolences from myself and all at Briggs and Stratton.
Visiting Mike was one of the highlights every month when I worked for Masport and a genuine bloke who made everyone feel good around him. He will be missed.

Lynnley Kirk

December 4, 2019

So sorry to hear of the loss of an amazing man. Mike was a real gentleman. My thoughts are with you all at this time.

Louise and Bernard Drake

December 4, 2019

Saint Peter lost the key to the pearly gates so it was time to get the best locksmith in the entire universe to open them for him......Mike Seaver. An entire loving, brave and tough family unit please accept our sincere sympathies in his passing. All our prayers to the family but especially Mary, Joey and Maren xxxx

December 4, 2019

Our deepest condolences to the Seaver family.
Mike was well respected in our industry and a great friend to us all.
Rest In Peace Mike.
From all your mates at LSC New Zealand

Ananda Bublitz

December 4, 2019

Thinking of you at this sad time sorry for your loss Mary and family.
Rest in peace mickeal

Karen O'Neill

December 4, 2019

Dearest Mary, Maren,Joey and the entire Seaver family.
Sending our love and strength to you all at this tough time. Mike was such fun and will be missed by many. May you find comfort in knowing that he is now with Jez. Take Care. Much Love Kerry, Karen, Beth and Lilly O'Neill. x

Mark and Nadine Vandenberg

December 4, 2019

Mike you will be missed.. much love Mary and family our thoughts are with you at this very sad time..

Glynn Holmes

December 4, 2019

Sad to hear the news about Mike. He was a great boss when I worked for him. Thanks for the laughs. Safe journey.

December 4, 2019

To the Seaver family
Please accept our sympathy
Kind regards from
Graham and Jenny Beare
Tairua

Lionel Shaw

December 4, 2019

Really sad played rugby with Mike in the Bolshie days he was a very good player and could kick goals from anywhere always enjoyed our conversations back then and since.Thoughts with Mary and the family.

Helen Bennett hintz

December 4, 2019

Thankyou Mike for your support to the community and ALWAYS having a smile on your face. It has been a pleasure knowing you over the 20 years we have been in this area, from our kids benefitting from your help at St Joes, to always being able to help when we came to the shop for something.
The world needs more people like you.

Brenda Demchy

December 4, 2019

You are in my thoughts, Mary, at this sad and difficult time xx

Elise Hansen

December 4, 2019

RIP Mike...sending our sincere condolences to all Mike's family. He will be missed by so many.
With love, Elise & Eric Hansen

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