Richard 'Ricky' Frederick Shadbolt

SHADBOLT, Richard Frederick (Ricky):

Passed away peacefully at Aberleigh Village on Friday, 13th February 2026, in his 83rd year.

Dearly loved fiancé of the late Karen McGill, and dear friend of the McGill Family.

Brother of Mary.

Much loved friend of many, especially Chris and Greg Sutton. 

Messages for Ricky’s loved ones may be sent to PO Box 110, Blenheim 7240.

A private cremation has been held.

Tribute from Maree Perano –
Ricky, your visits will be missed at Custom Copy. May your keep dreaming of trucks. I’ll miss your stories of your past trucking days that you would tell me about. You became a good friend of mine.
Keep on truckin!

Tribute from Marie Harris –
Will miss seeing you getting round town & having a catch up whenever I seen you. Will miss your truck stories.
RIP Ricky