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Ian Douglas "Jock" RYDER

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Marsden House Funeral Services

41 Nile St East

Nelson, Nelson

Ian RYDER Obituary

Passed away peacefully on Monday, June 23, 2025, at Nelson Tasman Hospice, aged 75 years. Loving husband of Lorraine for 51 years. Loving dad of Nathan and Melanie, father-in-law of Graham and Sheena. Loved Grandad of Jazzmein, Grace, Trey, Ruby, Brooklyn, Jaxon and the late Joshua. Loved brother of Helen, and June, brother-in-law, uncle and friend to many. In accordance with Ian's wishes a private cremation has taken place. An informal celebration of Ian's life will be held, details to be advised.


Published by Nelson Mail on Jun. 27, 2025.

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Vern Goodwin

November 7, 2025

Jock, was a great mate of my father Vern Goodwin. They had many great weekends at our bach a Browns Beach Torrent Bay.

Lorraine andrews (stewart)

July 26, 2025

Sorry for your loss xx

Deborah Davey and Garry Brown

July 15, 2025

To dear Lorraine, Mel, Nathan & families. It was with great sadness that we learned of Ian's passing yesterday. We remember many a fun time we had whilst having lunch or dinner at the Punakaiki Tavern. Many, many a great great laugh, especially the night Ian showed our grand kids how he got the money on the ceiling (not sure Ian's way worked!!) but it was hysterical watching the kids trying 'the trick' with a rock!!! We both send our sincere condolences to you all, at this very sad time. Warmest regards Deb & Garry (12 Mile & Australia)

Kim and Steve Burnett

July 15, 2025

To Lorraine and family. So sad to hear of Ian's passing. Kim has fond memories of working at the Puni pub with you both. And I still remember enjoying a good feed of sausages and eggs. Thinking of you all at this sad time, Kim and Steve Burnett

Liz Versteeg

July 14, 2025

Lorraine, my sincere condolences to you and family. I have fond memories of Ian from Nelson Harbour Board days, including playing pool and darts in the social club room and the social club event you and Ian went on too. Still have some pictures of you two on the bus.
My thoughts are with you.

Jackie Tangata

July 6, 2025

Very sorry to hear of Ian´s passing. Condolences to you Lorraine and family. You were so good to our brother Pete especially in his final months.

Christine Steele

July 5, 2025

Our neighbour and friend over the fence up "the Brook". Too young, Ian; rest in peace.

Gary Miller

July 5, 2025

Sorry to hear of the passing of Ian, he was my mentor as a young apprentice carpenter for a few years and he taught me a lot about being a decent person and standing up for myself. Quite often think about Ian when I´m working on something, nothing but respect and good memories. Vale Ian. Gary Miller Bairnsdale Victoria.

Janice

July 3, 2025

So sorry to hear. Love to , Lorraine? Nathan and Melanie and your families

Janette Reid

July 1, 2025

Our sincere condolences to Lorraine , Mel and families not enough time to enjoy retirement RIP Janette and Roger - Barrytown

Richard Wiechern

July 1, 2025

Remembering the good times as youngsters growing up in the Brook. Thoughts are with you Lorraine and family.
The Wiechern brothers

Richard Wiechern

July 1, 2025

Remembering the good times we had as youngsters growing up in the Brook. Thoughts are with you Lorraine and family.
The Wiechern brothers and families

Denise Bailey

June 30, 2025

my most sincere sympathy to you Lorraine and family,I remember many happy times,one especially when you lived on the coast and a group of us stayed in your batch,what a time we had!

Deb Green

June 30, 2025

I've known Jock for roughly 42 odd years. My kids loved him to pieces as did I. He has always had a special place in my heart. My sincere condolences to Lorraine and all their family. Sleep well Jocky xxx

Linda Kerr

June 30, 2025

Sorry to read of Ian's passing Lorraine
Linda (Simpson ) and Phil Kerr Auckland

Jancotton

June 30, 2025

Jock had a wonderful sense of humor remember the wise versus parties when we were young. He didn't make a pretty girl

Robert L Taylor

June 28, 2025

one of the good people I have known

Anne Bishop

June 28, 2025

Sorry to hear of your loss Lorraine...

Brian Hogg

June 28, 2025

Sorry to hear of Ian's passing, we .both lived in the Brook.

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41 Nile St East, Nelson