Patrick Michael Minehan

20th December 1959 - 14th January 2026
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MINEHAN, Paddy (Patrick Michael)

Peacefully at home on 14th January 2026 aged 66 years.

Dearly loved husband and soulmate of Polly (Pauline). Very loved stepdad of Jo and Hayden, Carolyn, Derrick and Ness. Loved Paddy-Pop of Khellsey-Anna and Matt, Kaytlin and Mike, Ella and Dante, Taylor and Savarna, Kiera and the late Kobe, Alb and Elijah and great-granddaughter Phoebe.

Loved son-in-law of Margaret and the late Gerald Leonard. Loved son of the late Margaret and Patrick Minehan. Loved brother-in-law of Diane and Allister Gibson, Noel and Sandra Leonard. Also brother and brother-in-law of Patricia and the late Lyn, Ann and Colin, Des and Cheryl, Denise and Alan and the late John.

A loved friend to many.

As per Paddy’s wishes, a private cremation will be held on Saturday. Messages to 25A Meldrum Street, Winton 9720    

Messages

My deepest sympathies to all the family...fond memories will remain
Ali
Ali, Mataura
It is with great sadness I heard of Paddy’s passing. I have great memories growing up with Paddy especially whitebaiting on the Tōtara, looking for mushrooms, doing jobs on the farm with dad and general family times. I especially appreciated Paddy’s kindness and care of my kids on holidays to Ross. Rest in Peace Paddy from your sister Denise
Denise Sweney, Rolleston
We are very sorry to hear of Uncle Patrick’s passing, and we are thinking of you all during this time. I have fond memories from childhood - going eeling, riding the four wheeler along the beach, and catching cockabullies while white baiting. I also remember roast dinners at Nanas house with the moss green velvet high back chairs, and Uncle Patrick carving the roast with his tongue poking out in concentration - a family trait that still makes me smile when I see it in my own kids. We’ll always remember and appreciate Uncle Patrick and Polly being there with us on our wedding day.
Sending our heartfelt condolences to the whole family. From the Payn Family (Camille, Daniel, Michael and Emily)
Camille Payn, Auckland
I had so much fun with Paddy and the family on my trips to Ross. A trip to the top pub was a must. So pleased you two found each other. Thinking of you all & my Minehan cousins. Trish Nolan- Moir
Trish Nolan -Moir, Nelson
Hope ya having a beer up there Paddy & getting ready to chase some ducks & whitebait, show em all how it done up there Paddy. Cant see you resting in peace at all mate you will be busy catching up with everyone up there. Huge love to Polly & family. Lucky you know you guys & be on the receiving end of Paddy humor such a top bloke x
Lisa S, Invercargill
To Pauline and family I’m so sorry to hear of Paddy’s passing
Megan Thrupp, Invercargill
Condolences to the family
Dorothy Warren, Winton
We are very sorry to hear of Paddy's passing. Take care, thinking of you and family, Polly.
Mary and Dave Adams , Roxburgh
Sincere Sympathy to Minehan Family
Thinking of you all at this sad time.
Lilian McKenzie.
Lilian McKenzie, Winton
very sorry to hear this, Paddy was an old workmate in the surveying game, many good times had on trips to Fox and Haast, my thoughts go out to Polly and the families, RIP Paddy.
Murray Marsh, Hokitika
Pauline & families, sorry to hear of Paddys passing please accept my deepest condolences .
Neale Diack (Budgie)
Neale Diack , Edendale
Sympathy and prayers to you dear Polly & Family, Patricia, Ann & Colin, Des & Cheryl, Denise & Allan and Families,
I felt sorry to hear of the death of a great cousin Paddy Minehan. It is many years since I met him yet when I was home in Kokatahi last year I had a delightful chat with Paddy on the phone. You will be missing him very much, yet you have so many treasured memories of times spent with him. Where there is much love there is also much healthy grief. Over these days may the words of Jesus comfort you. "Blessed are they who mourn, for they shall be comforted." I have prayed a Mass in thank giving for Paddy's life and for the peaceful repose of his Soul. From Cousin Dan O'Connor, Karachi, Pakistan.
Daniel O'Connor, Karachi
Thankyou all for your kind words and prayers on the loss of my wonderful hubby. He was absolutely the best kindest man I've ever known. My heart is broken.
From Polly Minehan , Winton