Tribute
BUTCHER, Terence Donald “Terry”:
It is with heavy hearts that we share the passing of Terence Donald Butcher “Terry”, a loving husband, father, grandfather, father in-law, brother and uncle, who passed away on 10 August 25 after a courageous battle with health concerns – Terry gave us many more unexpected years of memories. Our precious Terry will be deeply missed by all who knew him and will be forever in our hearts. A celebration of Terry’s life will be held later due to family being away, updates will be posted at https://waikanaefuneralhome.co.nz/funeral-notices/
A Celebration of Life
10th April 1943 – 10th August 2025
We warmly invite family and friends to join us in celebrating and honouring the life of Terry Butcher. While we have already said our goodbyes, this gathering is a chance to come together, share stories, laughter, and memories, and reflect on the joy Terry brought into all our lives.
Date: 30th October 2025
Time: 1.30pm
Location: Call Stephanie on 029 233 6606 or Victoria on 021 987 963
This will be an informal and heartfelt occasion, just as Terry would have wanted. Please bring along a favourite memory, a story, or even a photo to share. Together, we will remember not just the loss, but the love, the laughter, and the legacy Terry leaves behind
12 replies on “BUTCHER, Terence Donald “Terry””
Our thoughts are with you on yours loss, he will sadly be lost.
Many Thanks for your kind words Selwyn and Cathy, he will be very much missed by all of us.
Very sad news indeed.
Terry was a true friend to all of us and a valued part of the business.
Heartfelt condolences to the Butchers family.
May he “rest in peace.”
Binod Acharya
IXOM – New Zealand
Many thanks Binod, we are heart broken but feel he is now at peace. Thanks for your kind words.
Stephanie and family
We are so sorry to hear that Terry has passed away, Love from Carole and family
Many thanks for your kind words Carole, he will be missed by us all.
Very Sorry to hear that Terry has passed, my sincerest condolences to you all Terry brought kindness, strength, and quiet wisdom to those around him. He will be missed.
Many thanks Malcolm for your kind words, Its been a tough few months.
We were very sorry to hear of Terry’s passing and our thoughts are with you.
Our families’ connections with the Butcher family over past generations have always been much valued.
Thank you for your kind words, your support means a lot to the family.
Very sorry to hear of Terrys passing and would like to pass on our condolences to Wendy and the family. I met Terry through Wellington carrier Merv Paull who worked closely over the years with Terrys dad Don as they use to look out for one anothers cargo that could be stacked anywhere within the various cargo sheds on the Wellington wharves. Years later I was lucky enough to work for DW Butcher & Co at ICI in Seaview and I still remember having the job interview with Terry in a small office that he used upstairs inside one of the chemical plants onsite. Those years were some of my best working memories ever with Terry and 6 other drivers. Good equipment with a great variety of work made DWB one of the top driving jobs to have in Wellington and I felt privileged to have worked for Terry during that era. Terry was very innovative and took part in all the initial testing with the DSIR for the proposed vehicle weight increase from 39 to 44 Tonne. Many years later, my wife and I were able to catch up with Terry and met Wendy for the first time at a Volvo function in Invercargill. As drivers, we all lucky to learn things from our employers and I have certainly used the skills – advice and the way that Terry went about things in my later years when we bought our first truck and we often reflect on this. Terry was a real gentleman and will be missed.
Kind regards
John & Janet Baillie
Auckland
I appreciate your support and your thoughtfulness. I loved reading this about Dad thankyou for sharing, it really does sum dad up.