BENNETT, Bryan David
On August 17, 2025, at Dunedin Hospital, surrounded by his family; aged 64 years.
Loved husband of the late Carol, and partner of Louise, loved Dad and father-in-law of Corinna and Andrew, Jilena and Gordon, loved step-dad of Katie, Nathan, and Lance, loved Pop of Zoe, and David; and Wyatt.
A service for Bryan will be held in Hope and Sons Chapel, 523 Andersons Bay Road, Dunedin, at 11am on Friday, August 22, followed by private cremation. In lieu of flowers donations for the Kidney Society NZ would be appreciated and may be left at the service. Messages can be left below where there is also link to view the service.
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Our sincerest thoughts to you all for the loss of Bryan. Bryan was a member of the Port Chalmers Volunteer Fire Brigade from June 1985 for just over ten years retiring in 1996 for health reasons. During his time with us Bryan was very much thought of as a reliable member of our team. Bryan successfully became a BA wearer, pump operator, driver, and senior firefighter. Bryan was part of crews who attended multiple building fires during his ten years and was always a very calm and competent. He had huge experience upon retiring some of which he had passed onto new team members. Our community was the better for Bryan's and family's contribution for over ten years. Moenga Roa Bryan Stephen Hill Chief Fire Officer
So sorry to hear of the passing of Brian. He was a pleasure to work with, many many laughs had. He will be missed by all that met him. The Coronation Street tune will always be Brian's tune in my memory. Fly high bear. Kindest thoughts to Lou and Brian's family. Dale and Jorhum Walker
Our thoughts are with you all. We wish we were there. Such beautiful stories were shared and photos that will live on forever. Sending you all our love, strength and support from Sydney, Colin, Kianee, Ivan and Dhuwi Hastings ❤️❤️❤️
Bryan you were one of a kind and you made the work day brighter. You had immense love for your family and Lou and you were a proud Pop. I remember seeing the Calendar of Zoe by your desk. You will be missed. Rest in peace my friend. I will think of you when I have a beer. Love to your girls, family and Lou. Love Andrea
My thoughts are with you at this sad time. Arohanui to Jilena, Corinna and all the family.
Absolutely heartfelt thoughts to Louise, Corinna and Jilena. I had the greatest pleasure to work with Bryan. Sadly, I didn't have any contact in recent times, but, will always remember his dry sense of humour and the love and pride he had in his family. Rest in peace Peter
Such sad news. Thinking about you, Lou. Much aroha to you and your whānau.
Corinna and Jilena, we were sorry to hear you had lost your dad. Thinking of you with love. Murray and Ruth Cross.
Lou and whanau. I am so very sorry for the loss of the wonderful Bryan. My thoughts are with you at this time. Sending aroha and hugs to you all. Aroha nui Gill
Lou and whanau... I'm so sorry to hear of Bryan's passing, he was definitely one of my favorite people at Corrections, he will be missed. Sending you all our love, you're in our thoughts. Love Kel & Nic
Deepest Sympathy from Pam, Peter, Stuart and Wendy Scott
Sad news for you Louise and the whanau. I will raise a glass to Bryan and yourself as members of the old guard Aroha nui from Annie ( AKA Nifty nev)