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Arnold Raymond (Arn) Bradley

January 20, 2026

On Tuesday, January 20, 2026, peacefully at home, aged 92 years. Adored partner of Julie, loved father and father-in-law of Gary and Teresa, and Leanne and Wayne Johnson, loved grandad of Kirsty, Jaron, Shanan, Renee, and Marni, great-grandad of Riley, Ruby, Esther, Mia, and Ruby, youngest son of the late Robert and Ellen Bradley, and a loved brother of all his siblings. Messages to 188a Revell Street, Hokitika 7810, or may be left on Arn’s tribute page at www.thompsonfd.co.nz. At Arn’s request a private family service has taken place.

42 Comments

  1. Colin

    Arn was a gentleman and had a great sense of humor.
    Remember the memories he has left as I’ll bet there is many. Thinking of you all

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  2. John Nancekivell

    Was saddened to hear of Arn’s passing,my condolences to Julie Gary Teresa Leanne wayne and families. Arnwas a top bloke I used to enjoy the banter when collecting the milk. RIP Arn

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    • Steph Wyness

      Gary, Teresa and Family passing on my condolences to you all. Arn was a fantastic man he was one of the best!

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  3. Mike & Gill Hutchison

    Condolences to the family, Arn was very well know and liked by everyone that knew him. Cherish the happy memories.

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  4. Mike & Gill Hutchison

    Condolences to the family, Arn was very well know and liked by everyone that knew him. Cherish the happy memories.

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  5. Anthea & Rex Keenan

    Thinking of you all, with good memories of Arn.

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  6. Nancy Woolhouse

    So sorry to hear the sad news of Arn’s passing. Thinking of you all at this sad time.

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  7. Leanne Diedrichs

    So sorry to hear , sending much ❤️ to all the family xx thinking of you all at this sad time x

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  8. Judy Wilson

    Heartfelt sympathy to Julie and The Bradley family my thoughts and prayers are with you.

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    • Doug & Yvonne Cochrane

      So sorry to learn of Arn’s passing.
      Sincere condolences to Julie, Gary & Teresa and Wayne & Leanne and the Bradley family.
      Arn was always such a pleasure to run into for a catch up at anytime.
      RIP Arn.🌹🌹

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  9. Margaret Atkinson

    To Julie and the Bradley Family our deepest sympathy on the sad loss of your loved Arn. John & Margaret

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  10. Lois Meldrum

    To Julie & the Bradley family very sorry for the loss of Arn. Such a lovely man.

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  11. Raewyn Overton

    Very sorry to hear of your dads passing Leanne and family, I have great childhood memories staying on your families farm, thinking of yous at this sad time

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  12. Liz and Kyle Scott

    Hi Julie and family
    Our condolences for the passing of Arn Great man who will be sadly missed
    Our thoughts are with you all

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    • Rick and paula McCobb

      So Sorry to hear sad news of your Dad’s passing
      Our thoughts are with you Leanne, Wayne and family

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  13. Dave Lyes

    Sincere condolences to Gary, Teresa and all family.
    Gutted to learn of Arns passing, a real hoot with fond memories going back to my school days staying on the farm. Classic Coaster and all round good bastard. RIP Arn.

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    • Wendy

      Very sad to hear i remember your dad Leanne spent time on your farm when we had sleepovers as teenagers

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  14. Diane & John Craig

    So very sorry Julie. Sincere condolences to you and the Bradley family.

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  15. Cheryl Hutchison

    Sincere sympathy Julie, Gary and Teresa, Leanne and Jonz in your loss of Arn. He was such a character with a greatcsense of humor. RiP Arn.
    Memories are gold. Thinking of you all at this time. Cheryl and Brian

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    • Russell Kay Mitchell and Family

      Condolences to all the Bradley family and Julie, our thoughts are with you all.

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  16. Bryan and Sandra Cudmore

    To Julie, Gary Leanne and Families so very sorry to hear Arn has passed away. A true gentleman with his smiles and friendly ness. Fly High Arn Love and thoughts wit( you all 🐄🐂🐃🌺

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  17. June & Mark

    Thinking of you all, treasure your memories and great times💐

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  18. Vicki Molloy

    Condolences to you all sending big hugs 🥰

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  19. Zeb and Doreen Marshall

    Thinking of all the families at this sad time

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  20. Marie and Mark Keenan

    Sending condolences Julie and Arn’s family. Treasure all your happy memories. Sending big hugs to all.

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  21. Gary and Chris Keown

    So sorry to hear of your dads passing Gary thinking of you and Teresa and family at this time RIP arn

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  22. Doug and Vonnie Cherry

    Condolences to Gary and Teresa on the loss of your dad.

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  23. John Ryall

    Condolences to Julie and the Bradley family

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  24. Alvin & Kay Godfrey

    Our sympathy to Julie, Gary and Teresa, Leanne and Wayne at this sad time of Arn’s passing

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  25. Les Smith (TWF)

    Condolences to Gary & Teresa and the Bradley family. Rest Easy ARN.

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  26. Chris and wendy Roberts

    To Julie, Gary,Teresa,Leanne,Wayne and Families we were so sorry to hear of the sad loss of your very dear Arn, we have you all in our thoughts at this difficult time, Arn was such a special man who never failed to stop for a chat, we will always remember him with fondness, RIP Arn you will be missed

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  27. NELSON IN HEAVEN AND CAROLYN,JANINE,LYNDENE BRADLEYCINDER ,LUCIAN,BABY CASSIAN

    On the loss of your loved one Arnold Raymond Bradley Love lives on forever in each memory and thought of those who’ve shared our lives and all the happiness they’ve brought Love lives on forever it will never fade away for,in our hearts,our loved ones are with us every day.May the love of friends and family give you comfort in this difficult time.Rest in Peace Arnold will be very much missed seeing around

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  28. NELSON IN HEAVEN AND CAROLYN,JANINE,LYNDENE,CINDER,LUCIAN AND BABY CASSIAN EARL

    On the loss of your loved one Arnold Raymond Bradley Love lives on forever in each memory and thought of those who’ve shared our lives and all the happiness they’ve brought it will never fade away for,in our hearts,our loved ones are with us every day.May the love of friends and family give you comfort in this difficult time.Rest in Peace Arnold will be very much missed seeing around

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  29. Jackie Monk

    To Julie, Leanne, Wayne, Gary and Teressa and all the Bradley families. So sad to learn of Arns passing. Sending our sincere condolences to you all. He will be terribly missed by his family and the community. Kindest Regards Jackie, Ron and William Monk.xxx

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  30. Ross and Dale Pamment

    To Gary and Teresa, Leanne and Wayne, so sorry to hear of Arn’s passing. Many a good time had in the Arahura valley and those calls from Arn when something broke.

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  31. Westland A&P Association

    Condolences Julie, Gary & Teressa, Leanne & Wayne and families. Arn was a keen and big part of the Westland A&P Committee, being groundsman for the show area’s, and keeping the old A&P tractor limping through to the end. Arn will be sadly missed by us all.

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  32. Adrienne & Stu Coleman

    Sorry to hear of Arn’s passing. Condolences Julie, Gary and Teressa, Brad’s & Johntz and families.

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  33. Adrienne & Stu Coleman

    Sorry to hear of Arn’s passing. Condolences Julie, Gary and Teressa, Brad’s & Johntz and families.

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  34. Dave Weir

    Gary, thinking of you, Teresa and family at this time, RIP Arn, one of life’s gentlemen.

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  35. Murray and Shona Marshall

    Please accept our sincere condolences for the passing of Arn. Thoughts go out to Julie, Gary,Leanne and Wayne Teresa and all the grandchildren xx💕

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  36. Murray and Shona Marshall

    Please accept our sincere condolences for the passing of Arn. Thoughts go out to Julie, Gary,Leanne and Wayne Teresa and all the grandchildren at this sad time xx💕

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  37. Garry and Francie Foster

    Sorry to hear of your dad’s passing Gary, sending love to you Teresa and family at this sad time. RIP Arn.

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