Vincent KEATING Obituary

Born Greymouth 9.9.1929. Died peacefully, surrounded by his loving family, at Malvina Major Hospital, Wellington on 19th October, 2025. Dearly loved husband of Sybil for 69 years. Loving and generous father and father-in-law to Jenny and Dave; Philippa and Frank; Jo-Anne; Paul and Jane. Adored Papa of twelve grandchildren and sixteen Great-grandchildren in Wellington and Australia. A gentle and humble man to all he met. Heartfelt thanks from Sybil and the family for the care and support shown to Vince whilst in Malvina Major Hospital. Rest in Peace. Requiem Mass will be held in St. Francis of Assisi Church, 29 Dr Taylor Terrace, Johnsonville on Friday, 24th October, at 11.00am. Rosary in Vince's honour will be held in Malvina Major chapel on Thursday, 23rd October, at 5.30pm. In lieu of flowers, donations to the Compassion Soup Kitchen (www. soupkitchen.org.nz/donate) would be appreciated.