Gordon Arthur Miller BARR

FUNERAL HOME

Marsden House Funeral Services

41 Nile St East

Nelson, Nelson

Gordon BARR Obituary

Passed away peacefully on Christmas Day evening, aged 83 years. Much loved husband of Heather. Loved father and father-in-law of Simon and Jill, Matthew and Parmjot, Kirsty and Paul, Amy and Eru. Cherished Grandad of his 12 grandchildren. Loved brother and brother-in-law of Haddin (dec) and Nelly, Trish and Murray (dec), Yvonne and Sandy (dec), Denniston and Sammy. and a loved uncle and friend to many. A memorial service to celebrate Gordon's life will be held at the Waimea Richmond Funeral Home, 24 Champion Road, Richmond on Saturday, January 3, 2026 at 11.00am. Messages to the Barr Family c/- 41 Nile Street, Nelson 7010.

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Published by Nelson Mail on Dec. 30, 2025.

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Kaye McNabb

January 7, 2026

Deepest sympathy in your loss. Many happy hours spent at the nursery many years ago.

Bob Hancock

January 3, 2026

So sad to learn of Gordon's passing. and sincere condolances to Heather & family. Gordon & I were neighbours & buddies in our childhood mid 1940's in Christchurch. May you Rest in Peace Gordon

International Railway Modeller's Group; Nelson

January 2, 2026

On behalf of the International Railway Modellers Group; Nelson, I extend our sympathy to you Heather, and all of your family members.

Darryl King - IRM Group Co-ordinator

Peter Ross

December 31, 2025

So long Gordon, it's been extraordinary to know you. You're still wrong about chardonnay by the way.

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