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Cole Christopher RITCHIE

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Robert J Cotton Funeral Directors

697 Main Street

Manawatu, Manawatu-Wanganui

Cole RITCHIE Obituary

Tragically passed away on Wednesday 28 January 2026, aged 25 years. Dearly loved and adored son of Daniel and Vanessa, brother of Ella and Jemma, partner and soulmate of Petra. Precious grandson of Lesley, Chris and Karen. Cherished nephew of Brendon and Nicola, Kelly, and families. Messages for Cole's family can be left via robertjcotton.co.nz/funerals. In lieu of flowers, donations to Land Search and Rescue Wellington via landsarwellington.org.nz would be much appreciated. A celebration of Cole's life will be held in the Cotton's Chapel, 697 Main Street, Palmerston North, on Thursday 5 February 2026, at 1.00pm, followed by a private cremation.


Published by Manawatu Standard on Feb. 4, 2026.

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Brett stokman

February 6, 2026

A well respected and admired individual. Cole left this world to early but only left a lifetime of admiration. He was a legend and hero in his own time. A role model and leader of his generation, he left a legacy all want to follow and acheive. I did not know him personally but only thorough the family of the hunting community. Heart broken but not forgotten. A man who has made his mark in time as a true blue kiwi . Only giving a small percentage of his life with us but a legacy. Forever a legend a wonder and a hero of the New Zealand way of life. To his family and friends love and respect forever a New Zealander who did what he loved . Loved hard . Loved fearlessly and loved till the the end and loved forever after.

A name amongst the greats Cole Ritchie you are what we strive to be true blue kiwi bloke

Dave (S)

February 5, 2026

You are all in my thoughts in reading about this very sad news Dan, my warmest condolences to you and your family.

Uncle Paul Cronin

February 4, 2026

Dear Petra, words are never enough to express the profound sorrow of hearing about the tragedy of Cole. Thinking of you and your family and Cole's family at this time.

The Spencer Family

February 4, 2026

We're all absolutely gutted about Cole's passing. Our deepest condolences to Coles partner and family.

Tracy

February 4, 2026

Petra, my deepest condolences on the loss of Cole. Wishing you courage to face the days ahead and loving memories to hold in your heart forever.
Tracy Nelson

KAY HENSON

February 4, 2026

Offering our Deepest Sympathy to you all at this incredibly difficult time.
From the Laird & Henson Families.

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To offer your sympathy during this difficult time, you can now have memorial trees planted in a National Forest in memory of your loved one.

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Robert J Cotton Funeral Directors

697 Main Street Palmerston North, Manawatu