Peter Crotty

Crotty Peter Eugene, Flt Sgt RNZAF 83440 Died peacefully at home 9^th October aged 75 years. Much loved by his sister and brother-in-law Margaret and Ray Gauden-Ing, his brother and sister-in-law Frank and Tig (both deceased) and his nieces and nephews Philip, Peter, Martin, David, Kate, Sarah, Lisa and Stephen. An ardent member of his church,  RNZAF, RSA and Vietnam Veterans communities. Many thanks to the many who supported Peter, especially those in his neighbourhood. Thanks also to Craig Boyce for his kindness and advice. A Requiem Mass will be held at 11.00 am on Friday 17^th at St Patrick’s Church, 3 Childers Tce, Kilbirnie. Messages to the family may be made online at lychgate.co.nz/messages or posted c/- 306 Willis Street, Aro Valley, Wellington 6011.

Tributes

Ian MacDonald Seatoun RSA

On behalf of all Members of the Seatoun Returned And Services Association (Inc.) can I express our deepest sympathy at Peters passing .Our thoughts are with the family at this time.
Ian MacDonald
Secretary,
Seatoun RSA
16th October,2025

Russell Campbell

A true gentleman and kind, loving friend has left us. Peter, you will always be remembered. RIP.
Russell

Allan and Susan Stretton

Condolences to Pete’s family. RIP Pete (the bear), a great friend, a very gentle person and a big loss to us and RNZAF family. Allan and Sue

Peter Johnson

Very sorry to hear that Peter has passed away.

I am the current Chair of the Wellington Branch of the Royal Aeronautical Society and this is on behalf of the branch. A few of us are able to make the service, tomorrow.

Peter was a great supporter of our Branch by being such a regular attender at our meetings and social function, he always had a funny story or two. He was a “regular” even in the last few months, although we did notice mobility was becoming more challenging. He would quite often join some of us for a “feed” after the meetings/presentations. His jovial personality will be missed.

Jennifer Flynn

Dear Margaret and Ray
Please accept my sincere sympathy on the loss of Peter. I remember him as about a ten year old.
You will have many wonderful family memories, cherish them with care.
I would have preferred to have written but with the vagrancies of our postal services I don’t know how long a letter will take getting to its destination.
My thoughts and prayers will be with you tomorrow.
May Peter rest in peace.
Kind regards
Jennifer Flynn