Rick BETTLE Obituary

BETTLE, Rick:
On January 26, 2016, Rick died peacefully at home surrounded by family, after a spirited battle with cancer. His 68 years of life brought great joy to so many people, especially his "dear wee lady" - beloved, adored wife and best friend, Lou. Much loved Dad, Grumps, Nana, Grandpa, and mate to his children, grandchildren, and many friends and colleagues. A celebration of Rick's life will be held at The Honest Lawyer, 1 Point Road, Monaco, Nelson, on Waitangi Day, February 6, 2016, from 3.00pm. Please send messages via email to Toni Christie - [email protected]
You will be greatly missed and forever in our hearts.

Published by Nelson Mail on Jan. 30, 2016.

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This is sad news. Rick was our neighbor . in the early 1970s when we lived in Wainuiomata. at that time we could not buy fence posts, so Rick and I decided to make our own from concrete (reinforced). Rick would play squash on a Saturday morning, then help with the concreting, don't know where the energy came from. However
I believe these posts are still standing.
Rick and Lou taught my wife Kate and I to play squash. hard as I tried I never got anywhere close to Ricks level of play.
Willie and Kate.

William McEwan

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November 13, 2019

We were so sad to hear of Rick's passing. He was an exciting part of my childhood growing up. I only wish we stayed in contact more often. Though when we caught up it was as if time had never passed. Sending our deepest sympathy to Lou, George, Toni and all your family. Tony & Heather Green

Tony Green

February 21, 2016

We remember the fun times we had with you all in Stokes Valley when the children were growing up. RIP Rick xx

Gail and Barry Debenham

February 12, 2016

Rick Bettle can only be described as one of the most competent and honest chairpeople you could ever work with as I found on the Racing Industry Board I am saddened to hear of Rick's passing as he can only be described as a thorough gentleman

Rest in Peace Rick
Gilbert Myles

February 10, 2016

Very sad to hear that Rick has passed away and he had been so ill. Barry and I send our very sincere and deepest sympathy to you Lou, George, Toni and all the family. We are thinking of you all.

Gail and Barry Debenham

February 3, 2016

farewell to a great card playing friend. Many memories of your humour and wily card tactics.

Kim Howell

January 31, 2016

Sad news. Deepest sympathy on the passing of Rick.
Parata Whanau
Stokes Valley

January 30, 2016

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