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Graeme DAINES Obituary

Passed away peacefully on June 14, 2025, surrounded by his loving family, aged 74 years. Loved husband, soulmate and best friend of Anne. Father and father-in-law of Rachael and Simon Knox, Phillippa and Brent Collier, Jackie and Richie Garratt, Michael and Ange. Eldest son of the late Nancy and Noel Daines. Big brother of Susan (Australia), Deborah (Christchurch), and the late Terence. Loved by his 9 grandchildren; Maddison and Jessica, Riley and Emma, Ollie and Ruby, and Lilly, Natalie and Cooper. Brother-in-law of Ian and Jocelyn Thorn (Motueka). Messages to the family may be sent to C/- Daines Family, PO Box 110, Blenheim 7240.

After playing golf for over 60 years at the Blenheim Golf Club, Graeme has now played his last round.

A Funeral Mass will be celebrated at St Mary's Catholic Church, Maxwell Road, Blenheim, on Thursday, June 19 at 11.00am, followed by interment at Fairhall Cemetery.


Published by Marlborough Express on Jun. 15, 2025.

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Joan Fyfe

June 20, 2025

So sorry to hear about Graeme passing. My thoughts are with you, and all the family

Barbara Anderson (was Burdon)

June 19, 2025

Sorry for your loss. It's been a long time since I worked for Graeme and Anne at Delargy children's home on Maxwell Rd. Fond memories of him. Anne you taught me to make the best sponges. Watched the service today online . Children have so changed and my deepest sympathy goes to all the family.

Ian Strickett

June 18, 2025

My thoughts are with Graemes family at this time. As a teammate and as my opponent on numerous occasions I always enjoyed my time with Graeme. May he keep hitting it long and straight!

Roy Lilley.

June 18, 2025

A great golfer and a lovely man. I am saddened by his passing. Condolences to the family.

Murray Belk

June 18, 2025

Condolences to the family. Many memories of great times with Graeme, mostly on the golf course. Murray and Eunice Belk

Bridget

June 17, 2025

Such sad news to read. Rest in peace Graeme and good golfing in the heavens.
Our sincere condolences to all the family
Bridget and Kal Quaife

David Whitehead

June 17, 2025

So sorry to hear of Graeme“s passing. Was always in awe watching him practise his golf.
A Marlborough legend of golf.
Rest in peace Graeme.

Ray and Diane Porter

June 17, 2025

To Anne and Family,
We were very sorry to hear of Graeme`s passing and we extend our deepest condolences and sympathy to you Anne and your family. Graeme was a great neighbour when we lived in Logan Place and we enjoyed both of your company when were at the Eagles Golfing Conventions. he was a great man and you will all have many happy memories of Graeme. Sorry we cannot be with you on Thursday but extend our love and thoughts to you all. No more suffering Graeme may you RIP
Ray and Diane Porter
Arrowtown.

Robbie Robertson - formerly Blenheim

June 17, 2025

Dear Anne and the extended family- it saddens my heart to hear of the passing of your wonderful husband, Dad, Poppy and your soulmate. Words can't express the impressions and impact Gray had on my life - whether it be in general life, sport and playing cards! - as a very close friend of mine - like you I will be struggle with his passing - your good mate for nearly 60 years - Robbie

Bernice, Allan & Jackie Daines

June 17, 2025

We were so very sad to hear of Graeme's passing and our sincere sympathy to all the family. Our love and thoughts are with you all.

Andrae Gold

June 17, 2025

Condolences to the family, he will be greatly missed.

Susan Barrett

June 16, 2025

Sorry to hear of the passing of Graeme, unfortunately we are overseas currently, but our thoughts are with Anne and her family during this sad time. Regards Don and Susan Barrett

Judy Holcroft

June 16, 2025

Anne, Jackie Richie,Olly, Ruby and family, words cannot express my sorrow in the passing of a wonderful husband, father, grandfather and respected friend

Jim Cooke

June 16, 2025

We were so very sad to hear of Graeme's passing and our sincere sympathy to you Anne and all the family. We have great memories of Graeme both on the golf course and St Mary's school days. Our love and thoughts are with you all.
Jim Tristine & Joe Cooke

Kevin and Pam Hawkins

June 16, 2025

Dear Anne and family. Pam and I were shocked to hear of Graeme's passing and extend our deepest sympathies to you and your family. Dainesey was always only too willing to try to help me in my endeavours to be a better golfer since we arrived in Blenheim in the early 1980's, then neighbours in Logan Place in the late 1990's, and of course customers of yours when you were both operating the Scott Street Dairy. We can't remember Dainsey without a smile! Rest in peace old friend, will meet up again one day in the great golf course in the sky.

johanne brown

June 16, 2025

Anne, thoughts are with you and the family in the
loss of a life time companion and a wonderful Dad.
My daughter appreciated all the assistance Graeme
sent her way in early days at Post Bank - not
forgotten..Great golfing days Rest in Peace

Johanne Brown

John and Wendy Wallbank

June 16, 2025

How can we forget such a great gentleman, one that we can honestly call a friend , who suffered ,silently , but now can rest in peace.
Our love goes goes out to all the family and close friends at this sad time.

Helen Cummings

June 16, 2025

Please accept our deepest sympathy and prayers.
John and Helen Cummings and family, Christchurch

Rodney Jellyman

June 16, 2025

So sad to hear of Graeme's passing, remember him first playing golf after school at Pollard Park aka Blenheim Golf Club. RIP Graeme and condolences to his family.

Janet&Colin Pretty

June 16, 2025

Dear Anne and family,our love and sincere sympathy is with you all.We know he is in a better place now ,no more pain or suffering,but how you will all miss him Graeme was always happy and smiling when we met him full of life and fun. God bless ing s on you all

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Memorial Events
for Graeme DAINES

Jun

19

Funeral Mass

11:00 a.m.

St Marys Catholic Church

Maxwell Road, Blenheim

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