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Ronald Thomas "Ron" STANLEY

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Eagars Funeral Services (New Plymouth Home)

172- 174 Lemon Street

New Plymouth, Taranaki

Ronald STANLEY Obituary

Peacefully at home after a short illness, on Saturday, 11 October 2025, aged 69. Dearly loved husband of Kathryn. Cherished brother and brother-in-law of Marianne & Tony & the late Alex, Noeleen & Lance, Alison & Robert, Noel & Suzie, and Jenny & Peter. Much loved uncle to all his nieces and nephews. Messages to the Stanley Family may be left on Ron's tribute page at eagars.co.nz/ron. A service to celebrate Ron's life will be held at St Paul's Church, 41 King Street, Opunake, on Thursday 16 October at 11.00am, followed by his burial at Opunake Cemetery. In preference to flowers, please consider a donation to Riding for the Disabled.


Published by Taranaki Daily News from Oct. 14 to Oct. 15, 2025.

Memories and Condolences
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Maree & Allan Drought

October 21, 2025

Our thoughts and prayers are with you all at this sad time.

Jocelyn Wisnewski

October 19, 2025

Our deepest condolences to all of Ronny´s family. We are thinking of you all at this time. Kevin and Jocelyn Wisnewski

Penny and Stuart Kidd

October 18, 2025

Dearest Kathy, Stuart and I were deeply saddened to learn of the death of your soul mate Ronny. You are in our thoughts at this very difficult time. He was very
involved in the community and in the horse racing world and will be sorely missed. A lovely man.
All our love and sincetest condolences to you and your
extended family.
Will catch up soon.
Penny and Stuart.

V and F Watson

October 18, 2025

Dear Kathy,Noel, Suzie and family ..we are very sad to hear of Ronnies passing. Thinking of you all. RIP lovely Ronnie. Vaughan and Fiona Watson

Rev. Bob & Janet Francesco

October 17, 2025

Our love and condolences to you, the Stanleys and whanau for your beloved Ron's wonderful life. Rev. Bob & Janet.

Raewyn

October 16, 2025

To you Kathyrn and all the family our sincere condolences
Raewyn and Peter

Jenny Washer

October 16, 2025

To Kathy and the Stanley Family.
Thinking of you at this sad time
Jenny Washer

Susan Fitzpatrick

October 16, 2025

Dear Kathy. Petes and my condolences. Sending love your way. Sue and Peter Fitzpatrick

Norris Everton

October 16, 2025

Very sad news to learn of Ron´s death. It was always a pleasure to do business with him
Fond memories of the fairness and respect in all our dealings in buying some of nz s finest pork.
RIP Ron
Norris Everton family

Relwyn Brimelow

October 16, 2025

Deepest sympathy to you Kathryn,thinking of you at this sad time . All my love.

Judy Gillbanks

October 16, 2025

So sorry to hear the sad news Kath.
Although I didn´t know Ron well, he always greeted me and had a few words when we met.

Tracey Hickman

October 16, 2025

To Kathy and family, so sorry to hear the sad news of Ron´s passing.
Sending our love from Tracey and John Hickman Southland xox

Lois Leeks

October 16, 2025

Deepest sympathy to you all. A well remembered Opunake citizen from my childhood. I have fond memories of you all growing up

Peter & Marion McNeil

October 16, 2025

To all of the Stanley family we send our sincere condolences to you on the passing of Ron.

Jon Winter

October 16, 2025

My heartfelt condolences during this difficult time. My thoughts are with Whanau as you navigate this loss

Karla Tito

October 16, 2025

To Kathy and the Stanley family thinking of you all as you farewell a great man.
Ronnie thank you for our regular chats, the laughs and your wisdom, my once a month Wednesday morning at 9.15am will never be the same. Take care up there and rest easy with those who are waiting. Farewell my friend.

Sue Harrison

October 16, 2025

My thoughts are with you Kathy and the Stanley family on the sad loss of Ronald

Mike Corbett

October 16, 2025

To the Stanley Family.
We are currently traveling and we're shocked and saddened to read of Ronnie's death. A man of resilience and character whose wit and intelect defined him as a top guy. Our thoughts and sympathies go with you at this sad time.
Mike and Beryl

NICHOLE SMYTH

October 15, 2025

Condolences to the Stanley family. Rest in peace Ron.

Christine & Graeme Corrigan

October 15, 2025

Dear Kathy, sad to hear of the passing of Ronnie. Our condolences to you and the wider family

Raewyn Dempsey

October 15, 2025

Deepest sympathy to Kathy and the Stanley family. Thinking of you at this time.
Mike and Raewyn Dempsey

Anne Sharp

October 15, 2025

Dear Kathy so sorry to hear of Ronnie´s passing.
Condolences to you and the Stanley Family.
Thinking of you all at this sad time.
Anne

Denise Le Prou

October 15, 2025

Our thoughts are with you Kathryn and Stanley family on the sad passing of Ron.
A lovely man who will be sadly missed.
Condolences
Beau and Denise

Frances Kahui

October 15, 2025

Deepest Sympathy to the Stanley Family on the passing of Ronnie, our thoughts are with you all during this sad time
Arohanui
Ahie Whanau.

Mary hart

October 15, 2025

Sending lots of love to the Stanley family. Ron was a great man with a heart of gold will be sadly missed...

Ross Dravitski

October 15, 2025

To Kathryn and The Stanley family
I was stunned and sad to read of Ron's passing,our deepest condolences and thoughts are with you all at this difficult time.Ron will be remembered well
Ross and Diane

Suzi (orthotics)

October 15, 2025

To Kathy and family, such sad news to hear of Ron's passing. Thinking of you all at this time & sending my heart felt condolences. An absolutely awesome guy. I loved our chats through the years, & the many laughs trying to get your brace 'just right'. Rest in peace.

Nerrida Schuler

October 15, 2025

So sad to learn of Ronald´s passing.
We went through school together and can remember singing a song with him when we were five or six at a school concert.

Brian Quin

October 15, 2025

To the Stanley family. Thinking of you all at this difficult time.
Brian and Audrey

Raewyn Cornford

October 14, 2025

So sad, my childhood mate. RIP

Maree Laursen

October 14, 2025

Dear Kathy and Family,
We were deeply saddened to hear of Ron´s passing. Over the past twenty-five years, it´s been a true privilege to know him, a genuinely lovely man whose kindness, warmth, and good nature touched everyone around him. His quiet strength and friendly presence will be greatly missed.
Please know that our thoughts are with you and your family during this difficult time. We hope you find comfort in the many wonderful memories you shared together, and in knowing how fondly Ron will be remembered by all who had the pleasure of knowing him.
With heartfelt sympathy,
Steve Gulliver & Maree Laursen

Kerin and Aidan Schumacher

October 14, 2025

To Kathryn and the Stanley family.
So sad to hear of Ronnie´s passing.
Will be remembered by the racing fraternity through his ownership,judging and Turf Club activities.

Pauline & Colin Christie

October 14, 2025

To Kathy and the Stanley family.
We are sorry to hear of Ron´s passing. Our thoughts are with you all at this difficult time.

Marie and Lloyd Capon. Opunake

October 14, 2025

Condolences to All the Stanley Family.
Lloyd and Capon Opunake

Gordon & Val Oliver

October 14, 2025

To Kathryn and the Stanley family.
Very saddened to hear of Ron's passing. He was a special person and our thoughts are with you all at this time

merv whittle

October 14, 2025

A wonderful Man Ron you achieved so much !To Kathy and the whole Stanley Family our thoughts are with you all at this sad time Merv Whittle and Family .

Ross Madgwick

October 14, 2025

So sorry for your loss. RIP Ronnie. Worked very hard effectively with Ronnie on Oaonui water scheme. Always enjoyed my time with Ron. Super bloke.

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Memorial Events
for Ronald STANLEY

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Eagars Funeral Services (New Plymouth Home)

172- 174 Lemon Street Strandon, New Plymouth 4312