David Godfrey Stace
On 11 July 2025, suddenly, aged 73 years. Dearly loved husband of Rachel and a much-loved father and father-in-law of Julia and Ryan Frew; Ben and Alex Stace; Michael and Leanne Stace (Melbourne). Adored Popa of Daniel and James. Brother and brother-in-law of Peter and Nicki, Bruce and Bridget, a loved uncle and friend. Messages to the Stace family c/- PO Box 9 Blenheim 7240 or www.cloudybayfunerals.co.nz
In lieu of flowers, a donation to St John via their website would be appreciated or may be made at the service. Special thanks to the staff of St John and Manu Ora for their care and compassion.
In accordance with David’s wishes a private cremation will take place with a Memorial Service to be held
at the Springlands Chapel, Cloudy Bay Funeral Services, 15 Boyce Street on Friday 18 July at 2.00pm.
The service will be livestreamed and can be viewed on the Cloudy Bay Funeral Services website.
CLOUDY BAY FUNERAL SERVICES BLENHEIM F.D.A.N.Z.
Service Details
Springlands Chapel
Cloudy Bay Funeral Services
15 Boyce Street
Blenheim
Friday 18 July 2025
2.00pm
Please note, three camera views are available when watching a service at our Springlands Chapel. Select at top right of viewing screen.
From - Graham White
I was sorry to learn of David's passing. I met David and Rachel when I was the "MAF man" assisting him with his olive imports. He probably had a nickname for anyone from the MAF but I found David to be a very kind, approachable person with a great sense of humor. He and I both shared that "Lincoln" approach to anything with a hint of boyish bravado. Many a pleasant afternoon checking the olive quarantine crop!
The true "pioneer" of the Olive industry.
Graham White
From - Linda and Steve Scaife
We were incredibly sorry to hear about David's passing.
Much love and prayers to you all.
