Rusty passed away peacefully on Tuesday evening surrounded by loving family. Our hearts are broken and our lives are enriched by the love he had for everyone who knew him. Rusty's unconditional love for his family and friends has made the world a better place. Adored husband of the late Jenny. Much loved Dad of Deborah and Lew, Stephen and Kate, Paul and Allanagh, Anthony and Marina, Greg and Emma, Adrienne and Kelvin, and Oak and Chris. Grandad to Cameron, Julia, Olivia, Liam, Hannah, DJ, Gelise, Brianna, Jamie, Ben, Laina, Eva, Mila and Great-Grandad of Owen and Jasper. Our thanks to the wonderful staff at Charles Fleming Retirement Home who have cared for and loved Rusty. A celebration of Rusty's life will be held in St Theresa's Catholic Church, Plimmerton, on Monday, December 22 at 11.00am. To view the livestream please visit
https://geeandhickton.co.nz/upcoming-funerals/"A life well lived"

Published by Southland Times on Dec. 20, 2025.