Peter John (PT, Fred) Templeton

8th August 1947 - 10th September 2026
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TEMPLETON, Peter John (PT, Fred):

Of Riverton, and peacefully, while briefly in their care at Hospice Southland, Invercargill, on Thursday September 10 2026. Aged 79.

Loved long time partner of Mary-Ann TeWhenua. Much loved dad and dad-in-law of Dallas Templeton and Brie Cornwell. A special stepdad of Janelle TeWhenua-Bradley, Stephen TeWhenua and Karen TeWhenua, and a very special Grandad PT and Great Grandad.

Also a loved brother, cousin, uncle and a great friend and cobber to many.

In accordance with Pete’s wishes a private service and cremation with close family has been held.

Messages can be sent to Mary-Ann at 11 Orepuki Riverton Highway, Riverton 9822, and Dallas and Brie, at 9 Orepuki Riverton Highway, Riverton 9822 or on Pete’s tribute page at frasersfunerals.co.nz/tributes 

Messages

A true icon of Riverton and surrounding districts gone too soon.

His message to a local Riverton church on "The journey of the Gemstones" from the mountains to the sea was not to be forgotten.

Deep condolences to Mary-Ann, Dallas and the wider family.

RIP Peter
Robin, Waimatuku
Condolences to family.
remembering the happy times shared together at Lorneville and Papatowai Sports.

Gayle Hammond, Invercargill
Great memories Peter, and glad I caught up when I was over 3years ago.
RIP
Trevor Shuttleworth, Muswellbrook
Peter Templeton (PT)
Sorry to hear of Peter’s passing. I worked with Peter at the Alliance for many years. Peter would tell us stories of growing up in Tuatapere., his family, wood chopping and jokes. He would have the whole room in fits of laughter. When he retired it wasn’t the same without him! We missed the stories, jokes and acting the fool. But I’ll remember Peter with a smile! RIP PT
Brian Birch (Bones)
Brian Birch, Invercargill
Rest in love cobber your yarns stories memory's of long ago and your visits will never be forgotten.
You will be sadly missed by so many

Bunty
Marie tuau , I
So sorry to hear of Peter’s passing , he was a Larger than Life figure , always so friendly and ready for a chat . His work for , and love for, his community was tireless . He will be so missed by you all but so many great memories .
Susan & the late Harry Fletcher, Invercargill
Thoughts with you Mary-Ann and family . Sorry to read of Peter’s passing today
Bev Flint, Invers
Sorry for the loss of Peter, our thoughts are with you Mary-Anne and family
Julie and Chis McDonald, Invercargill