Walter James David (David) Olliver

Walter James ‘David’ Olliver

Passed away on Monday, May 25, 2026, at Ashwood Park Retirement Village, aged 86 years.

Loved husband of Pat; father of Richard, Michael, Andrew and stepdaughter Bronwyn; father-in-law of Ian, Paula, and Rhen; loved Poppa to Sarah and Kate, Zoe and Michael, Sarah, George and Henry.

Loved brother of Jane and Robin and loved son of the late Dawn and Walter; great grandfather of Carter, Theo, Evelyn, Scarlett, Oliver, and Mathilda; uncle of Mathew, Mark, Stacey and Paul.

Special thanks to the care and attention provided by the staff at Wairau Hospital and Ashwood Park Retirement Village. Messages may be sent via the Sowman.co.nz website (link below) or to the Olliver family at 26A Severne Street, Springlands, Blenheim 7201.

The service will be livestreamed, and details may be viewed at: www.sowmans.co.nz/upcoming-funerals

A service for David will be held at Sowman’s Mayfield Chapel, cnr Hutcheson and Parker Streets, at 2pm on Friday, 29th May 2026.

Tribute from Maree Bruce – 
To Pat and family, kind thoughts and sincere sympathy.
Thinking of you all.

Tribute from Sean and Sharon Boswell – 
To Pat and family
Please accept our deepest sympathy on Dave’s passing. He was a great mentor, and I remember fondly the many Council trips we had along with Bob and Mike.
Our thoughts are with you
Sean and Sharon Boswell

Tribute from Louise Yarrall – 
Dear Pat & Family
So sorry to hear of David’s passing, our thoughts are with you and all the family. I’m sure your David is off somewhere playing a round or two of poker with our Dave. May your treasured memories of David, help you through this difficult time
Louise Yarrall & family

Tribute from Kal and Bridget Quaife – 
Pat and family. Bridget and I send all our love and sympathy to you and family. Dave and you have been great neighbors and neighborhood watch stalwarts. I am sure the golfing ladies will be calling and an endless supply of cakes and bad or good jokes will ensue.

Tribute from John Ryan –
Richard and family sorry to hear of the passing of David I have great memories of David and I traveling around the South Island in the 70s he was very generous and kind to me.
Great catching up with him 2024 many memories to make me smile and lol 😆
Chris and Johnny Ryan

Tribute from Tristine Cooke – 
Our sincere condolences to you Pat and all the family on the sad passing of Dave. All our family have wonderful memories of Dave whether they were work or sport related. Our love and thoughts are with you all.
The Hegglun family

Tribute from Malcolm Rhodes –
Sorry to hear of Dave’s passing. Condolences to you Pat and family. Brings back good memories of the Marlborough County days and having a beer with Dave and others at the Working Men’s Club on a Thursday night.

Tribute from Johanne Brown –
Pat, my thoughts are very much with you in the loss of your great companion.
You will have some many wonderful memories, and they can never be taken away,
keep them close.

Tribute from Richard Hegglun – 
So sorry to hear of Dave’s passing. He was hell of a nice guy and a lot of fun in our rugby days. A true friend.
Our thoughts are with you all Dick and Judy Hegglun and family

Tribute from Sue & David Garing – 
Many happy memories of our neighbours at Rarangi. Our love and thoughts are with you Pat

Tribute from Amelia Webber – 
We’re so sorry to hear of David’s passing and are sending all our love. We have many lovely memories of our great uncle from when we were kids, he was always making us laugh and bringing joy to those around him. He will be deeply missed.
Love from Amelia, Daniel and Hayden

Tribute from Sandra Dickinson –
Dear Pat, Sincere Sympathy on the passing of Dave. Kindest regards David & Sandra Dickinson (nee Johnston).

Tribute from Tracey Penington –
I have many wonderful memories of Dave that I will always cherish. One of the things I remember most is the great times he and Dad shared together playing golf, cards, and enjoying many other activities over the years. Their friendship brought them so much laughter and enjoyment.
Dave had a real love of life. He embraced every moment, enjoyed the company of family and friends, and had a way of making every gathering more fun. Whether it was on the golf course, around the card table, or simply sharing stories, Dave’s warmth, humour, and friendship shone through.
He truly lived life to the fullest and will be remembered fondly by all who had the privilege of knowing him.
My heartfelt condolences to you all