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Edwin O'DONNELL Obituary

On August 13, 2023, in his 91st year. Devoted husband of Nancy (deceased 1981), and loved father and father-in-law of Susan and Stuart, Lynne and Tony, Patricia and Willem, Robyn and Jeremy, Alison-Mary and Andrew, Jennifer and Ma'ara, and Paul and Michelle. He was so proud of his 20 grandchildren and 9 great-grandchildren and continues to inspire them. Edwin was a dedicated and respected general practitioner who served the Marlborough community for over 50 years. Special thanks for the loving care received from the Ashwood Park team and for the professional care from the doctors at Omaka Medical Centre. Messages to PO Box 1130 Blenheim 7240 or www.cloudybayfunerals.co.nz In lieu of flowers, a donation to the Medical Research Institute of New Zealand would be appreciated (Acc no: 02 0500 0596496 00 Ref: O'Donnell) A vigil will be held at 6.30pm on Tuesday, August 15, 2023 at St Mary's Catholic Church, 59 Maxwell Rd, Blenheim. The funeral service will take place at 11.00am on Wednesday, August 16, 2023 at St Mary's Catholic Church, followed by a private family interment.


Published by Marlborough Express on Aug. 15, 2023.

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Mia Dodson

March 18, 2024

I have fond memories of Dr. O'Donnell,
he was my first doctor when I came to NZ, he delivered my first born son in 1981. I will never forget him turning up in his pyjamas tucked into a pair of gumboots, and white coat over the top. He made me laugh through the pain, and I changing my mind about having a baby and wanting to go home instead.
I have always cherished those memories; one of the finest people anyone could ever meet; RIP

Lynell Ham

August 21, 2023

Our sincere condolences to Jenny and all family on their loss of Dr Ed, a true dedicated gentleman.
Paul and Lynell Ham

Kere Watson-Reece

August 21, 2023

I am so sad to hear of Dr O´Donnell´s passing. My doctor all my life till he retired. Forever grateful for his professional care & kindness to myself & my family. Moe Mai Ra
Condolences to his whanau x

Clare Vallance

August 18, 2023

Our Sympathy goes to you all after hearing the sad lose of dear Ed he was our family doctor for many years an amazing man with a big heart always ready to help who ever needed help. With total respect for Ed
Clare and Doug Vallance

Carol Allen

August 18, 2023

I am so sad to read of Dr O'Donnells passing.
My children and I will always have the very best memories of Dr O'Donnells professional care and humour.
Selfishly I would have prefered he was eternally on the job and with us always.
Id like to send my condolences to Dr O'Donnells family ,and thank them for sharing such a wonderful man,during the important stages in my familys life..
Thank you all
Carol Allen

Twidle family

August 18, 2023

Will be sadly Missed by many forever in our hearts Regards to Jenny and all the family with love from Allan and Lynette Twidle

Kim Weaver

August 17, 2023

To Jenny and family. So sorry to hear of Ed´s passing. He was our family dr for years and then Dads (Barrie) dr before he retired. Such a lovely man
Kind regards Kim Weaver (Taylor)

Pete Simmons

August 17, 2023

One of the best
RIP Ed,
Dr O´Donnell

David Whitehead

August 17, 2023

So sorry to hear of Ed´s passing.
A Blenheim icon and will be sadly missed. A true gentleman. My condolences to his wonderful family.
Whitehead Whanau, Perth WA

Kiri-May Walker

August 16, 2023

Very sorry to hear of Ed´s passing. A genuine lovely gentleman that took care of myself and my large family. Forever grateful

Karen Johnson

August 16, 2023

In loving memory of a caring, kind uncle. Rest in peace now. Condolences to all the family.

Gwen and Pete Scammell

August 16, 2023

So sad to read of Ed´s passing. Sadly I didn´t know until our Joanne rang me today. We were unable to attend his funeral but Joanne will be there for us. A wonderful Dr for our family from when we arrived in Blenheim over 50 years ago. A special person. Thinking of all his family at this sad time. Especially Jenny who became our GP after Ed retired. Rest in Peace dear Ed

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