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Rex NEILSON Obituary

NEILSON, Rex Malcolm:
Peacefully at home on Dover Road, surrounded by his loving family, on Saturday, 27 January 2018, aged 75 years. Dearly loved husband of Marie, admired and loved father and father-in-law of Allan and Megan, Kerry and Bex, Daryl and Julie, Mandy and Callum. Cherished Pop of Sian and Reuben, Libby and Brodie, Cory and Carl. In preference to flowers, donations to Hospice Taranaki would be appreciated and may be left at the service. Messages may be sent to the Neilson Family, C/- 257 Devon Street East, New Plymouth. A service to celebrate Rex's life will be held at the Taranaki Crematorium Chapel on Wednesday, 31 January at 11.00am. Refreshments will be served at Hempton Hall, Okato from 1.30pm.

Published by Taranaki Daily News from Jan. 29 to Jan. 30, 2018.

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February 2, 2018

To Marie and Family, thinking of you all at this very sad time, nothing was ever to much trouble he just got in and did it! Zelda

February 1, 2018

A great Okato lion. You will be greatly missed Rex.

Hassall Family

January 31, 2018

Condolences to you all. Such a fun man who was always interested in what you were doing. You created a great loving family and will be missed by all

Jeannie Boon

January 30, 2018

Rex, your heart and life tells us of what a wonderful man you are, and was here on earth with us. I am sincerely grateful that you filled the gap for my very dear and close friend,Karen, by being the father she did not have. May God Bless you immensely for all of eternity.

John and Ruth Boddy

January 30, 2018

To Marie and family our thoughts are with you at this sad time. We remember Rex from our short time in the Okato district all those years ago

Thora Young

January 30, 2018

My deepest sympathy to Melva, Vivienne and family, at the sad loss of your dear brother Rex. Have many happy memories of staying at the Neilson as a young girl. Unable to attend Rex's funeral, but shall be thinking of you all, especially Marie and her family at this sad time. Thora Young (Cleland)

Lizzy Brouwers

January 29, 2018

Darling Rex, you have your wings now! I will always remember you as the most loving fatherly man and one with a strong sense of community spirit! Thankyou to you and Marie for opening your hearts and your arms and hosting our DOVER ROAD RENUNION in 2017! you are loved and admired by many many people! Rex Neilson - a MAN with GREAT MANA! Love always- Lizzy Brouwers

Anthony & Kerstin Williams

January 29, 2018

Sincere Condolences to Marie and family on the passing of Rex, has been a stalwart in the Okato community for decades, a valued member of the 150th jubilee committee for Okato and District celebrations

January 29, 2018

R.I P Rex you will be sadly missed with thos good half hour talks jim Okato service station

Adrienne Brouwers and family

January 29, 2018

Our blessings go to all of you on the passing of your dear Father and Granddad. May you find strength and love in your grieving and know that we are with you in spirit. In the quiet moments may you feel the special presence of Poppa Rex and the healing power of memory. God bless you all. XxxOoo

January 29, 2018

Mandy and Callum, our thoughts are with you at this time
Rona and Bob

Helen McFetridge

January 29, 2018

To all the family .. our paryers and thoughts are with you all at this time, will see you soon. Love from Bruce & Helen

January 29, 2018

Dear Allan & Megan, Sian & Reuben
We are thinking of you at this sad time on the death of your loved Dad, Rex & Pop. May your many cherished memories comfort you as grieve your loss, and the angels surround you with love and strength in your journey.
Much love
Chrissie & Murray xxx

Barb Charleton

January 29, 2018

Marie and family,our thoughts are with you all during this very sad time. We hope in time, that all your wonderful memories will help ease your pain. With deepest sympathy, Barb, Bill and family.

January 31, 2018

NEILSON, Rex Malcolm:
Members of the Okato Lions Club advise the passing of Treasurer Rex Neilson. Our thoughts are with his family at this time.

January 30, 2018

NEILSON, Rex:
Peacefully at home. Loved son of the late Bob and Vi Neilson, and loved brother and brother-in-law of Melva and Jim Barrett (New Plymouth), and Viv and Colin Honnor (Huirangi). Loved uncle of all his nieces and nephews.
Rest in Peace Rex

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