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Thomas James "Buster/Jim" WALDEN

Thomas WALDEN Obituary

Passed away peacefully on Wednesday, 23 October 2024, at Annie Brydon Lifecare, in his 95th year. Dearly loved and devoted husband of Dawn for 69 years. Adored and cherished best Dad ever of Jimmy (dec), Marie & Jock Brown, Debbie & Kevin Harper, and Lyn & Noel Hornby. Fun loving and treasured Pop of Brett & Jess, Jenny, Mick & Erin, Paul & Robyn, Amanda & Jaxon, Brad, Daniel & Grace, Monique & Josh. Special Poppy Buster to his 12 great-grandchildren.
Thank you for all the precious memories. You are forever in our hearts and loved always.
The family would like to extend our heartfelt thanks to all the wonderful caring staff at Annie Brydon.
As per Buster's wishes a private small family service has been held. All messages to Dawn and family c/- South Taranaki Funeral Services, PO Box 183, Hawera 4610.



Published by Taranaki Daily News on Oct. 26, 2024.

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Doyle family

November 4, 2024

Our most sincerest love and sympathy to the family
Mauriceandtrishdoyle.

Ian and Janice Thomson [[

October 31, 2024

To Dawn & family. Our sincere condolences on Buster's passing.May the memories of your long life together and the love of friends help you through the days ahead. Ian & Janice Thomson [ ex Hawera ]

Jim Leishman

October 31, 2024

To Dawn & Family. I have just heard of Busters passing, please accept my sincere condolences. I have fond memories of growing up with you as neighbours when we lived in Wybourne Rd. I remember Buster taking me whirebaiting for my first time. I remember the times when Buster would drop fresh vegetables over the fence from his large garden.
I know that Irene will also want me to pss on her sincere sympathy to you also.
Jim Leishman
Hastings

Sharon Preece (McGlade)

October 30, 2024

To Dawn & family sorry to hear of the passing of Buster. Thinking of you all at this sad time. I remember many fun times playing indoor bowls with Buster at Normanby he had such a great sense of humour.

Steve & Kerry Christiansen

October 29, 2024

Condolences to Dawn and family. I have very fond memories of Buster and our surfcasting trips, possum hunting, processing the chickens, white baiting, and even though I was terrified of dogs, he resolved that by having me sit in the back seat of the Maxi with Curly on the way to Nukumaru Rock or Konini Road. Always quick to make a joke, he was great fun and will be sadly missed.

Judy Stuart

October 29, 2024

To Dawn and family, our sincere condolences on Buster´s passing. It only seemed like last week that I spoke to you both in the town square.
You will have some wonderful memories of the long life you both had together.
Judy and Bill Stuart

Graeme Kempton

October 29, 2024

Mrs Walden and Family - Thank you for lending Buster to us every Wednesday afternoon. We all had a ball with Buster's quick wit and Snooker skill. Buster would say things like "You did it to yourself" and "Well put it in the Hawera Star" each and every time would cause laughter. We miss him as you will but the memories linger and he lives in our hearts. Condolences and Thanks Buster for the memories.
From The Old Boys at Snooker.

Teena

October 29, 2024

Lovely childhood memories of Uncle Buz, sending love to you all.

Kevin Hanover

October 28, 2024

Dawn and family. So sorry to hear of Busters passing. Love to you all at this sad time. Kevin and Yvonne Hanover

Jacky & mike Oldfield

October 28, 2024

Our heartfelt sympathy to dawn and family. We were just the other day talking about out long connections with our families. Ours with buster and Dads involvement with milking machines going back to the late 50s early 60s and Mike's through being neighbourhood friends and work colleagues and of course Philippa and Jimmy's friendship. Please know our thoughts are with you all.

Malcolm Harding

October 28, 2024

My sincere condolences to you Dawn and your loving family. The memories of days past will roll through your minds and bring with them smiles and tears- long forgotten times will come to the fore as if they were only yesterday. Treasure each one, and ponder them with grateful pride, and Dawn above all let the love of your family surround you and support you as you all walk this difficult narrow road together. You already know that Buster will live on in the hearts and minds of all those who knew him.

Craig and Tracy Bailey

October 27, 2024

Dawn all family and friends sorry for your loss Condolences . RIP Buster.

Murray Glossop & Family - Hawera

October 27, 2024

Condolences to Dawn & family. May your hearts be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived. RIP Buster, a great mate.

Ross and Jan Dunlop

October 27, 2024

To Dawn and Family.Sorry for your loss.Thinking of you
Hunting fishing and camping,great memories.

Lynn Edwards

October 26, 2024

Dear Auntie Dawn and family
So sorry to hear of the passing of Uncle Buster condolences to you all lots of love
Lynn Edwards and family.

Margaret, Keith Bloor (Australia)

October 26, 2024

Dawn & families,
Remember all the good times you all shared together. We will always remember the times we shared with Buster & the family. Will never forget those times of laughter,fun & a few sad moments.
Buster had a great life, spent hunting, fishing, camping etc.
His family and grandkids meant so much to him.
RIP Buster

Jan

October 26, 2024

Dear Dawn and extended Families, My condolences to you all on the passing of your loved Jim:Buster. Remembering all the good old days when you were at Tawhiti/Wybourne Rd and still chatting up town over the years! A lovely man now at rest, memories to cherish.
Kind Regards, Jan (Booth)

Ann O´Connor

October 26, 2024

Dear Dawn ... my thoughts and prayers are with you all as we remember your dear Buster. You have so many special memories. Now at peace. Love Ann O´Connor

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