Maurice “Mocky” Patrick Brereton

(13.04.1947 – 29.08.2026): On August 29, 2026, peacefully at Bainswood on Victoria, Rangiora, surrounded by family, aged 79 years. Loved son of the late Bill and Agnes Brereton. Dearly loved husband and soulmate of Deane, much loved father and father-in-law of Kellie and Matt, Tracy and Jody, Andrew and Jo, treasured Poppa of Lachie, and Sam. Loved brother and brother-in-law of Lois and the late Micky, Kay (deceased) and John, Alan, Michael and Anne, Chris and Carolyn, Tony, Gill and Liz, Shelley and Bryce, and brother-in-law of Grant and Tina, Kerrie and Colin, and the late Lynne and Norm. Loved son-in-law of the late Alma and Toby, and loved by all of his nephews and nieces.  Messages may be addressed to: The family of the late Mocky Brereton, c/- PO Box 39001, Christchurch 8545. In lieu of flowers, donations to Parkinson’s New Zealand  in memory of Mocky would be appreciated and may be made online at parkinsons.org.nz.  A celebration of Mocky’s life will be held at Wai-mana, 92 Kippenberger Avenue, Rangiora, on Friday, September 4, at 10.00am. Private cremation to follow.