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Russell TURNBULL Obituary

TURNBULL,
Russell James (Rusty):
Rusty sadly passed away peacefully on 17th November 2022, aged 75, after a short illness. Loved husband of Karen, father of Scott, Dean & the late Mark. Much loved Poppa of his six grandchildren. As per Rusty's wishes a private cremation has been held. In memory of Rusty, and in appreciation of the amazing care he received from all the Hospice staff, donations are welcome to www.arohanuihospice.org.nz

Published by Manawatu Standard on Nov. 21, 2022.

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Dick Morgan

December 2, 2022

To Karen , I was very sorry to learn of Russell's passing. We were class mates at Palmy Boys and shared some good times. I remember working with you at Fairbairn Wright before you left to go to Hales Walker. I followed not long after to what was the H F Stevens(Wgtn)Ltd

Barry Murphy

December 1, 2022

To Karen and Family. It is with a heavy heart and a degree of sadness that I write this note. Rusty and I go back to an enjoyable childhood starting out in life at West End Primary School. Just as we were about to enjoy our twilight years at Foxton Beach I have been robbed of a lifetime friend. One thing is for sure Karen Rusty was too dearly loved by everyone ever to be forgotten. Barry Murphy

Robyn Higgins

November 30, 2022

Dear Karen and Family, I was so sad to hear of Rusty's passing, my sincere sympathy to you all.
Many wonderful memories of years past.
Take care.......with love Robyn Higgins

Judy Watkins

November 27, 2022

We were so sorry to hear of Rusty´s passing. We always enjoyed his company and great sense of humour. Our sympathy to you Karen and your boys. Love Judy & Colin, Dean, Justin and Kirsty and their families.

Warren Woodgyer

November 26, 2022

Dear Karen and Family
I have just heard of Rusty's passing and would like to add my condolences to you. Played many games of Rugby with Rusty and enjoyed his company at many social occasions at the HSOB after matches. He was outgoing and very friendly, great bloke will be sorely missed by many.
Woody
Warren Woodgyer
Greytown

Mark and Sarah Kitching

November 25, 2022

Just reinforcing what Mum and Dad have written. Our sympathy to you, Scott, Dean and family. We remember very well those great times when we would meet for lunch in Kingston-upon-Thames. Rusty was always ‘the life and sole’ of the party and will be sorely missed. Great memories.

Erryl Manning

November 25, 2022

Dear Karen and family
Sorry to read of Rusty´s passing. Thinking of you at this very sad time.
Erryl Manning

Heather Dilks

November 25, 2022

To Karen, Scott & Dean and Families
Our condolences to you all at this very sad time. We have fond memories of HSOB Rugby days and of times when our families were growing up.
Heather & Bruce Dilks

Warren & Joan Burgess

November 24, 2022

Sad to hear of Rusty's passing our thoughts are with Karen and rest of the family, and extended families....take care all our love Warren, Joanie and families x

Butch Hewer

November 24, 2022

My thougths are with you Karen and Family in the passing of Rusty a big shock rest in peace my friend

Morley Shirriffs

November 23, 2022

So sorry to hear of Russell's passing. Kind regards from Morley & Karen Shirriffs.

Ivan and Robyn Woods

November 23, 2022

So sad to hear of Rusty's Passing. Condolences Karen and family our thoughts are with you all. We're still in our that Rusty built for us. We have lots of fond memories of those days.

Andrea Humphries

November 23, 2022

Huge condolences to Scott and family. It was great to have met Dad and assisting him with his building requirements at ITM. We had laughed often when in store. May he Rest In Peace.

Bev Rennie

November 23, 2022

We have fond memories of Rusty through our Manawatu Rugby Referees days in the 80s and 90s- he always had a smile and a joke to tell.
Kindest regards,
Bev and Bruce Rennie

Terry Jensen

November 22, 2022

So sad to see that Russell has past away ! I went to West End School with him too ! Always a smiley face and a good bugger gone to soon. Condolances to all the family ! R.I.P.Rusty .Terry & Robin Jensen

Adrian Broad

November 22, 2022

To Karen and the Turnbull family please accept my sincere condolences on the sad passing of Rusty.

Kate Hope

November 22, 2022

Dear Karen
Our sincere condolences to you and your family. Such good times and great memories.
Kind regards from Kate and Brian Hope

Joan & Tim Gibbes

November 22, 2022

Farewell Russell. Been a long time since we saw you when we were all "young"
Joan & Tim Gibbes

Sue & Wayne Kitching

November 21, 2022

Karen. Our sympathy to you, Scott, Dean and families. Mark and Sarah also send their sympathy to all. We all remember those great times when we would meet for lunch when we visited the UK. Lovely memories.

John and Judy Callesen

November 21, 2022

To Karen Scott and Dean.
We are going to miss this likeable character, especially sad not to have my groomsman in the photo next year of our 50th wedding anniversary.
He always reminded me that he was the best winger to throw a lineout ball to me so I should never have told him that! Rest in peace Rusty. John and Judy

Peter Smith

November 21, 2022

Thinking of you and family at this sad time Karen.
Rusty was always a breath of fresh air. We will remember him as a valuable rugby teammate and for his work within the HSOB Rugby organization.
Kia kaha Rusty, Rest in Peace

Dennis & Dianne Parkin

November 21, 2022

Dear Karen
We are so sorry to read of Rusty's passing, and wish you and your family our sincere condolences. It was great to hear from Rusty of recent times, he always wanted to keep in touch.
Our best wishes Dennis & Dianne Parkin

David Douglas

November 21, 2022

He pouri nui tenei.
Kei a koutou katoa aku whakaaro
To Scott, Dean and family my sincerest condolences. Rusty was a good bugger.

Frances & Parry Matthews

November 21, 2022

Deepest Sympathy Karen , Scott & Dean .
Thinking of you at this sad time .

Alan Crews

November 21, 2022

To Karen & Family please accept my deepest sympathy for your sad loss. Thoughts are with you during this difficult time. Alan Crews

Sue Robinson

November 21, 2022

Dearest Karen, Scott and Dean, my sincere condolences to you and family on the passing of Rusty. Will always remember his infectious laugh and full of life and cheek, a wonderful neighbour, and lots of fun times at Old Boys rugby. Thinking of you all.

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