Miles Robert Henderson

In loving memory of

Miles Robert Henderson

3 Jan 1961 - 13 Jul 2026

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On July 13, 2026, in his beloved home "Two Creeks", surrounded by his family; aged 65 years.  Much loved by his partner Phillipa, loved Dad of Kent and Hannah, and Eliot and Emily, adored "Popsie" of Harvey, Stella, and Savannah; Noah, and Finley.  Cherished by Brad and Julie, Matt and Meg and their children, Isla-Rose; Murphy, and Zinny.  Best mate of Ash the sheepdog and devoted Dad of Polly Bassett. 

-  A service to celebrate Miles' life will be held in Hope and Sons Chapel, 523 Andersons Bay Road, Dunedin at 2pm on Saturday, July 18, followed by private cremation.  Messages can be left on Miles' page below, where there is a link to the service.

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The service was held on 18 Jul 2026.

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Messages

Claire Ramsay

Dear Philippa and Miles' family, I am so sorry I just found out this sad news, otherwise I would have been there to support you on Saturday. Sending my love to you all at this sad time. The beautiful memories you have together will in time give you strength. For now, arohanui, Claire x

Ronald Mackintosh

Philippa, I was very sad to hear on Saturday afternoon that your partner Miles had suddenly died. If I had known earlier, I would have been at the Funeral. I did not meet Miles, but you and I go back a long way. I pass on my condolences to you and your family and the boys in Australia. Ron Mackintosh 

Sam and Liz McSkimming

We were very sad to hear of Miles’ death, Philippa, and we offer you and all Miles’ family’s our sincere condolences at your loss of a lovely man. We were always very happy to see him and greatly valued the advice, help and support he gave us. We will miss him. Liz and Sam

Valerie et Gilles DIAZ

Toutes nos condoléances, Nous sommes très sincèrement touchés de cette si triste nouvelle. Miles est parti trop tôt à cause de cette terrible et foutue maladie. Nous sommes loin mais nous pensons très fort à toi Phillipa, ainsi qu'aux enfants de Miles et toute votre famille. Nous vous embrassons Valérie et Gilles

Ruby Gibson

How treasured are we to know such a bright, strong and caring person. Will be missed near and afar, forever in our actions and our hearts. Love to all the whanau.

Marie Sutherland

Hard to believe we have lost a very special man who has become a big part of our lives over the last 20 odd years ......from landscaping our section in Norwood Street while working for Nichols to to returning yearly to keep it in order latterly as I've gotten a bit older. Besides, he was always great to have around for catch ups while working. Will miss him and his expertise hugely and guess I will be thinking of him whenever out in the back yard muttering to myself and asking him about what to do about a problem! R.I.P. Miles You were a Star!

Noel Matthews

A shock to learn of Miles passing. He was a most respected and successful Hill City Athletic Club athlete. We all enjoyed visits to Dunback running with “Kilometres” around the farm. Condolences to Miles’s family.

Gregor Cameron

Deepest condolences to the Henderson family. Saddened to hear of Miles’s passing. I was his best man and he was mine at our respective weddings. So many lovely memories running with Miles (and Chip) around the stunning countryside of East Otago, of car trips to races and places… not to mention the occasional shenanigans. Miss our times together and his friendship. A genuine and gentle soul. Go well Miles.

Russell Hurring

It was a shock to learn of Miles' passing. Gone too soon. Deepest sympathy to all family. I treasure many fond memories of runs around the Dunback and Palmerston area with Miles and the late Chip Dunckley, who with the change to metric measurements would often refer to Miles as Kilometers. They were great times, just difficult to run and laugh. Rest in peace Miles.

Susan Stevenson

It is with shock and sadness that I heard of Miles sudden passing. His love for and regard for his amazing sons Kent and Eliot and their partners Hannah and Emily and children Harvey, Noah, Stella, Savannah, and Finn was endless. He will be sorely missed. Rest in peace and as your Dad, Bill would have said God speed you to your eternal rest and the light.

Mary McIntosh

Deepest sympathy to all Henderson family . I remember the family so well at dunback . They were our only neighbours on mclew road . Your parents were awesome people and very good to my parents. My sympathy to carol . Pam and Ian and family's. It's been many years but as a child I remember a hard shot young boy . My condolences to all Mary nee welch

Susan Brookland

It is with great sadness that I hear you have left this great earth Miles. So much fun working with you back in the day ( at Nichols) and loved doing the rail trail with you and friends. I have great memories. Rest in peace Miles. Kind Regards to your family. Susan Brookland