Rex Kirton
Please join us in celebrating Rex Kirton's life
Rex Stratton Kirton- (QSO, Mayor of Upper Hutt 1977 – 2001)
Passed peacefully on Tuesday 4 June 2024 at Elderslea Care Centre.
Dearly loved husband and best friend of Adrienne.
Beloved father and father-in-law of Jason, Elliott and Deb, Gavin and Lauren, and Natalie and Bish. Adored “Rexy” to Will, Tom, Xavier, Baxter, and Josh.
Cherished brother to Earle and Lynne, and brother-in-law John. Loved by his many nieces and nephews.
A dear friend to Libby, Christine, and fondly remembered by Jan.
Loved and respected by Adrienne’s children, Ashleigh and Nick.
The family thanks the Elderslea staff for their kindness and compassion while caring for Rex.
The service will be livestreamed, access is available via the livestream link below. Messages to the family may also be made via the Tributes link below. In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to Parkinson’s New Zealand which can be made at www.parkinsons.org.nz.
A service to remember Rex will be held at St. Joseph’s Catholic Church, 1 Pine Avenue, Upper Hutt, on Tuesday 11 June 2024 at 2pm, followed by a private burial.
Home in the valley, safe in God’s hands.
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