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John ANDERSON Obituary

12 November 1952 - 21 February 2026
It is with deep sadness that we announce the sudden passing of John Robert Anderson on Saturday 21st at the Blokart track in Sanson. John had sailed and raced that day, and tragically passed away doing something he loved. He was much loved by his wife Raewyn, and family, Ian and Lisa, Rob and Cath, Stuart and Grant, Olivia and Kaleb as well as by the wider family and friends. The family wishes to thank the medical and emergency teams, and the Fire Brigade, for their efforts. A memorial service for John will be held in Cotton's Chapel, 697 Main Street, Palmerston North, on Thursday 26th February 2026, at 10.30am.


Published by Manawatu Standard on Feb. 24, 2026.

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Ian king

March 6, 2026

John was very good persron , we worked together in Telecom days and Post Office as he was an electrician who connected and maintained electrical things to the telephone network. He was a good friend at work saw each other every day. Miss him All the best to his family and remember him as a very good person. Ian K. ,,,, we were in Matipo St Palmerston North.

Karen Morley

March 2, 2026

Raewyn, boys and families. We are shocked by the news of Johns passing, he is a huge loss to you all. John was doing what he loved but still an awful time. Our thoughts are with you all. Sending Love, Karen and Alan Morley

Barb Bailey

February 26, 2026

When Raewyn and I were helping at the track I was always greeted with a big smile and a hug from John. Will miss him.
Barb. xx

Barbara Shailer

February 26, 2026

Our Deepest Sympathy on the sad loss of John.
Hold on to your memories, and let them guide you during this time of sadness.
Neil and Barbara Shailer.

Ivan Hedley

February 25, 2026

Our deepest condolences to Raewyn and family.
I have known John since I was ten,when he became an electrical apprentice for my dad, the late Barney Hedley,and worked with him for fourteen years.
When reminiscing, it only seems like yesterday,
Our hearts go out to you all,
Love Ivan and Viv Hedley

Mike Murphy

February 25, 2026

Raewyn and family, such a loss for you all, we will miss the 10am motuoapa walk byes, coffee on the deck, and the rugby banter. Very sad time mike and jan murphy

Gwendi Knight, Commodore, Ashhurst Anglers Fishing Club

February 25, 2026

Ashhurst Anglers Fishing Club, committee and members (past and present) offer condolences to Raewyn, Ian and Lisa, and families. Raewyn and John were regular faces at our fishing weekends at Motuoapa, both well liked. Johns' presence will be missed.

Brian Jones

February 25, 2026

Debbie & I send our condolences to yourself and family at this sad time.
Unfortunately we will not be able to travel but our thoughts are with you all.
Always enjoyed the chats when we managed to catch up.

Peter & Pam Sparrow

February 24, 2026

Condolences to Raewyn & Family on your sad loss. Served together on the Manawatu Rugby Union for many years. A true Frey's Man. Peter & Pam Sparrow

Stewart Clement Murray

February 24, 2026

To Raewyn and family, my condolences on the loss of a good guy, mate, and work colleague, both at the Freyberg Rugby Club and at the Telecom workshops, and going to miss his smiling face and the greeting, hi Tank how are you doing ? I'll go back and say fine J.A was my reply. RIP John. From Stew ( Tank) Murray.

Graham Passey

February 24, 2026

John what can I say, no more onn line chats after a big rugby game ,no more friendly visits at motuoapa, going to miss you.
Our thoughts are with raewyn and family at this sad time.
RIP John.

Michael Ford

February 24, 2026

To Raewyn and Family
Please accept our condolences. I had enjoyed my brief association with John and his Blokart colleagues. John was highly respected, and the Club and track is a credit to their hard work and competance.
John was a very nice man.
Best wishes,
Michael Ford
Mayor
Manawatu District Council

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