In loving memory of Des

Desmond James Hollard

1942 - 2026
Desmond James  Hollard

Please join us in celebrating Des' life

HOLLARD, Desmond James (Des):
Peacefully, at home on Tuesday 12th May 2026, in his 84th year. Devoted Husband of Jan (dec). Loved and loving Dad of Louise & David Fletcher, and Judith & Grant Moorhead. Proud and loving Grandad of Kate, Thomas & Maddie, Georgia, Jackson & Olivia, and great grandad of Romee. Loved son of Doug & Elsie Hollard (dec) and brother of Philip, and John (dec). Loved and respected uncle, brother-in-law and friend of many. A kind gentle family man who will be greatly missed.

In lieu of flowers please consider a donation to Sands which may be left at the service.

Messages to the family may be sent C/- Vospers, 257 Devon Street East, New Plymouth, or may be left on Des’ tribute page at vospers.co.nz/upcoming-funerals/.

Family and friends are invited to celebrate Des’ life at Vospers Chapel, 257 Devon Street East, New Plymouth, on Saturday 16th May 2026 at 11am followed by a private cremation.

For those unable to attend, Des’ service will be livestreamed vis his tribute page.

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WHEN

May 16, 2026 at 11:00 AM

WHERE

Vospers Chapel
257 Devon Street East
New Plymouth Central
New Plymouth 4310

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