Mark John Hollows

17th June 1954 - 13th June 2026
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Aerofix Hangar
42 Aviation Drive
Airport
Manapouri
Thursday 18 June 2026, 1:00PM
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HOLLOWS, Mark John

Mark passed away in the company of family and friends, at home in Te Anau on Saturday 13th June 2026, aged 71 years.

Loved father of Shelley, Amy and Ben and father-in-law of Charlie, Jason and Rona. Treasured Grandad of Eva, Honor, Billie, Duuk, Harrison and Oliva and much-loved brother of Kim, David and the late Rex and Gary. Loved uncle, pilot, and friend to many.

A service to celebrate Mark’s life will be held at the Aerofix Hangar, 42 Aviation Drive, Airport, Manapouri 9679, on Thursday 18th June at 1.00pm, followed by a private burial.

Messages to the Hollows Family, 306 Great North Road, Winton 9720

Messages

Sincere thoughts are with you all at this sad time. Another TeAnau legend joining many more that are already gone.
Linda and noddy james, Bluff Queensland australua
So so sad for your loss. Thought we had more time. Allana, Erin and I will be at the service. It's the least we can do for a man that showed us so many good times. Aroha, Jennie Woodford
Jennie Woodford, Ōtaki
Heartfelt condolences to all of you, his family, truly a great loss to you all and to so many he has met over his lifetime. RIP Mark 🕊 gone way too soon
Carolyn Wilson, Brisbane
My condolences to all the family, Such sad news, Mark was such a kind, lovely man. Thinking of you all at this time and send you sympathy from Tom Hollows family in Whangarei also.
Gill Hollows, Orewa
We were so sad to read that Mark has made his final journey and all too soon. Mark was one of life's amazing humans in every aspect. His family will miss him dreadfully. Our love and thoughts are with you all at this very sad time but may memories of happier days you all shared with Mark help you through the weeks and months to come.
Loving sympathy
Charles and Nola Jelley
Charles and Nola Jelley, Geraldine.
Mark was pilot of a 500D model in support of the Southern Coastal Charitable Trust's in at least 3 of the Trust's coastal cleanups, He was an exceptionally smooth pilot , with an unflappable manner and a critical eye for safety and safe practice . We also enjoyed his company as he stayed in camp with us during the cleanups. His warm nature and quick good humor were valued by all.
On behalf of the Southern Coastal Charitable Trust I offer our condolences to his family and close friends at this trying time. Rest easy fine friend.
Jeffrey Walker, Southland
To Shelley, Amy & Ben.
We were so sad to learn of Mark’s death and on behalf of The Etheredge family we extend our sincere condolences to you and your families. May he rest in peace.
Peter & Shona Etheredge.

Peter & Shona Etheredge , Blenheim
RIP Mark. One of my most memorable days was sitting in the back of the black 500 with you and a shooter . I still have that video to this day. My sincere condolences to the family . Travel safe my friend .
Owen ( OJ ) Johnston , Taupo
Condolences to the family. Fond memories of Led Zep, helicopter rides, surf talk, family dinners, and a few brews. Not-so-fond memories of that five-day-old ham you fed me one New Years that nearly made me keel over :) I'll miss your generosity and sense of humour, but most of all, the way you made me feel like part of the family from day one. RIP Mark.
Tane Morgan, Wellington
that was my great uncle from max
Max de Roo, christchurch
Warm Regards from the Glynn Family
Would have liked to attend Marks Service today.
I remember Dad & Mark enjoying the odd beer on the lawn at TeAnau
Mark introduced myself to helicopters at a young age.
He always had a smile, Marks brother Gary was on my commercial course at Motueka
another great 'Joker'
All the best for the wider Hollows Family
Michael & Therese Glynn
Fox Glacier
Michael Glynn, Fox Glacier
I am so sorry to hear of Mark's passing, Joyce Hollows (Coote) also passed on the same day or day before.
Cuzzy I only finished reading your book last year!
Sympathies to your family.
From your cousin in Napier.
Lorraine Harrington , Napier
My thoughts are with you all
Tanya selwyn , Invercargill
Rest in peace, Mark. Mark touched my very soul, when he looked into my eyes, I could almost feel his heartbeat. The world is a better place because Mark was here. I can’t imagine returning to New Zealand and not hearing his voice and seeing his smile may peace be with the family.
Ann Perry, Loveland, Colorado