McGONAGLE, Andrew Denis 'Red'

 

Andrew Denis 'Red' McGONAGLE

Formerly RNZAF, slipped away peacefully on October 23, 2026, in Blenheim Hospital with his devoted family around him, aged 90 years.

Devoted and beloved husband of the late Mayla and dearly loved and awesome ‘Red’, - Dad to Linda and John Watson, Paul and Susan, Mark (deceased) and Pauline, Joanne and the late Gabe Herewini.  Dearly loved by his 15 grandchildren, 21 great grandchildren, and 2 great great grandchildren, nieces and nephews.

Dearly loved brother of Darcy (deceased), and Shaaron and Paul Benefield. He is so sadly missed.

Thank you to Veteran’s Services, Blind Low Vision NZ, Blenheim Hospital Staff and First Responders, for your assistance, all of which allowed Denis to remain independent and in his own home.  

Messages may be sent to the McGonagle family at 17 Rudd Cresent, Blenheim 7201.

In lieu of flowers, a donation to Blind Low Vision NZ would be appreciated and may be made to ac 02-0192-0028330-08.

Family and friends are invited to Red’s funeral service being held at Sowman’s Mayfield Chapel, cnr Hutcheson and Parker Streets, Blenheim on Friday, 30 October at 1.00pm. The service will be live streamed and may be viewed at www.sowmans.co.nz/upcoming-funerals 

 

Respectfully cared for by
Sowman’s Funerals, Blenheim
Ph 03 578 4719 
www.sowmans.co.nz,
F.D.A.N.Z Member