Current Funeral Notice
MORTON, Cyril Adam – 774382, RNZASC, Driver
Slipped away peacefully in Alice Springs, Australia to be with his darling Violet (nee Jackson). Father of Mereana, Tom, Rene and Henare. Bestest Grandad to Violet, David, Beckah, Tyrone, Summer, Adam, Tracey, Emma, Nicole, Lisa, Kaitlyn, Jason and the most mischief moko’s.
A private family service is to be held at Mangaroa Cemetery at a later date.
Friday
Thunderstorm
High 21°/Low 14°
100%
Saturday
Clear
High 21°/Low 15°
20%
Sunday
Chance of Rain
High 19°/Low 12°
30%
Monday
Clear
High 24°/Low 16°
10%
Tuesday
Clear
High 27°/Low 16°
10%
Heron on Wairoa River............................................. Photo by: Allan Pickering
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