In loving memory of
1930 - 2025
Please join us in celebrating
Marinus Christiaan (Morris)'s life.
Passed away on Friday, May 2, 2025, at Waterlea Lifecare, Blenheim. Aged 94 years. Loved former husband of Gwendoline. Loved Father of Sandra and Nick. Special thanks to Bob (a good friend and neighbour ☆), Marlene ‘Brownie’ Jackson (also a good friend and neighbour ♡), Charlotte and Glen (more good neighbours), Rachel Westenra and Ruth Cameron (Awatere District Health nurses to Dad), and everyone (giving and receiving) at the Foot and Soul clinic in Seddon. Thanks to the 3 dogs that featured in Dads life. Shar (a German Shepherd), Sam (a Spaniel) and Gin (Nick’s little Schnauzer). We also wish to acknowledge extended family of Dad’s in the Netherlands, particularly his close and beloved sister Annie. Also special mention of Yelke Snr and Jenette (youngest sister of Dad), and Jelke Jnr; whose international visits Dad much appreciated. And finally all of the wonderful, generous and loving staff and residents at Waterlea Lifecare. Messages may be sent to Sandra and Nick Beltman, 12 Schwass St, Seddon 7210. In lieu of flowers, a donation to The Starship Foundation (supporting Starship Children’s Hospital Auckland) would be appreciated and may be made to a/c number 12-3011-0820075-00 Ref. Beltman. A private family service for Marinus was held on Tuesday 7th May 2025. A video recording of the service, will be available to access, by request to Sandra Beltman, via the address above.
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