David Moon

Passed away unexpectedly on 7 April, aged 51, at home, surrounded by family.

Will be missed by dearly loving wife Lindsey Moon (nee Glenister) beloved daughters Rebecca and Olivia.

Son of the late Terry & Cathrine Moon & Brother of Sam, Louise, Alex & Jason & nephew to Marilyn & Brian.

Childhood friend of Martin, Marc & Luke.

Great Friend of Brian & Amy & Golf buddy of Tony, Brad, Greg & Ben.

Loved uncle of Hannah, Lucy, Megan, Sophie, Owen, Ned, Finbar, Jack, Isabella & Henry.

A celebration of life will be held in the Lychgate Chape at 306 Willis Street on Friday 17 April at 10:30am. Following this, a private cremation will take place.

In lieu of flowers, we would like donations to Wellington Free Ambulance & The Heart Foundation.

Messages to the Moon family may be made online at lychgate.co.nz/messages or posted c/- 306 Willis Street, Aro Valley, Wellington, 6011.

TRIBUTES

Mark Knowles

From the first moment I met David and Lindsey at the New Zealand expo in London I knew what an amazing, kind, genuine, talented person David was.

I interviewed David within a few days and tried to convince them to leave Wales and move to Wellington. Thankfully they said yes to my offer.

I have had the privilege to work with David and more importantly to me to become friends.

I am devastated that we have lost one of the nicest people in the world way way way too early.

I am away in Europe at the moment and can’t be back to support Lindsey and their wonderful daughters.

I met David just over a week ago and we talked about how proud he was of his girls and how happy he was he was living in Wellington. We planned golf and seeing each other more.

Thankfully I told how much I loved him being my mate. I will miss him. He will never be forgotten.

Rest in peace mate

All my love, Mark Knowles

Greg Young

David and Family

I cannot believe what is reality. I am so sorry for your wife Lindsay and the girls. You will be missed immeasurably by so many people, myself included.

When we lasted played golf together you spoke fondly of the relationship you had with your daughters. How they were growing up and showing so much maturity. I can only hope that this continued right up the day you departed us.

You are reunited with your parents now.

Thanks for being a Mate and
Someone I could talk to.

Greg, Lesley, Brenna and Daniel Young

Nik King-Turner

So very sad to hear this news. I had the pleasure of knowing David for many years, playing golf and working together on a few things. Such a nice guy, always keen to chat and catch up, great at what he did, really well respected in his field.

I’m so very sorry for your loss.

Achintha Wanni

Lindsey – I’m so sorry for your sudden loss. My heart goes out to you & your family during this incredibly difficult time. In Buddhism, we’re reminded that all things are impermanent, and while this truth can feel especially painful now, may it also gently bring moments of peace and acceptance. Please know you’re in my thoughts, and if there’s anything I can do to support you, I’m here. Archie (SNOC)

Naimur Rehman

It’s hard to imagine the depth of grief you are feeling at the loss of your husband. My heart and prayers are with you and your family. May God give patience to you on this difficult time.

Sarah Bartlett-Bond

I met David back in the late 1990’s working at NTL. He always had the warmest smile and best sense of cheeky humor that was infectious. I quickly feel in love with Lindsey and David as a genuine beautiful and friendly couple making them God parents to my daughter, Amelia. That was 22yrs ago and despite the distance and time of seeing them, the fondest stays deep. That’s the sign of beautiful souls. Goodbye sweet friend, I shall treasure that time I got to know you.

Trevor Beasley

Dearest Lindsey and family, I have just heard the devastating news of the passing of David, I know years have passed since we had contact, I have extremely fond memories of David as a friend and being my best man. He was a true gentleman with good humour. Taken for too early.
My thoughts are with you at this sad time Lindsey.

Caroline Glenister

So very sad to hear of the untimely loss of such a kind, caring, patient and funny brother-in-law. David was a very special person and a loving, dedicated husband and father. I remember him fondly – he always had a twinkle in his eye and we shared many a silly joke back in the day.

Sending my heartfelt condolences to Lindsey, Rebecca and Olivia. David will be remembered with much love and affection.

Jasvindar (Jas) and Balbier

Dearest Lindsey, Rebecca and Olivia

It is simply impossible to comprehend your loss and the unpredictability of life – especially one so young.

Even to this day both of us are so very numbed by the passing of our dear friend and neighbour David. Particularly so since we met on that beautiful Wellington day last Good Friday. He crossed the road while we were both gardening. As usual over the last 17 or so years, we talked family, home, politics, gardening etc etc , solving worldly issues in one fell swoop!!

David was a private person. However, he was immensely proud to share of the successes of your girls, the works that went into your house, his satisfaction with living in our neighbourhood, etc. Such a beautiful and positive person.

There will always be a huge chasm left for us without David around. With you, we mourn him.

May his wonderful soul rest in peace.

Gina Wilson

Dear Lindsey,

I am so sorry to hear of the passing of your beloved husband. Please have my heartfelt condolences to you and your family and know you are in my prayers. May God comfort you at this very difficult time.

Brian Moon

I met with David, my nephew, as he briefly came back to the UK earlier this year during the time following the passing of his parents, my brother Terry and his wife Cath, in Cardigan in West Wales, so it was a profound shock and sadness to hear of Davids recent and tragic passing.
In the short time we had together we had some lovely conversations and a catch-up over a glass of NZ wine where he talked of how he enjoyed his life in NZ, his work, his golf and his love and pride in Lyndsey and his girls Rebecca and Olivia.
I found him to be a kind, supportive and loving nephew who was able to bring a calmness to any situation should it be needed. We kept in touch when he returned home and agreed to continue to keep in touch – but however it was not to be …
He met with my wife Julie and my sons Nicholas and Christopher who all felt a fondness and liking for him and now share a sense of loss. It’s at this time however that all our thoughts are with Lyndsey Rebecca and Olivia during this tragic and difficult time.
All our love Uncle Brian, Julie, Chris, Nick and families.

Gary Collins

I was so saddened last week when Lindsey let me know about the loss of David 😢 I do remember the day that Mark and I met the family at Wellington Airport as they arrived for their big adventure in NZ. Although I haven’t caught up with David and the family in a few years I have remained in touch via FB and have seen what an amazing life they have built in NZ and what a fantastic family guy David was. I hope to remain in touch with Lindsey and the family and will attend the celebration of Davids life via the live stream ❤️ Audrey and I send our love to the all the family.

Rachel Hunter

To Lindsay, Rebecca, Olivia, and the rest of David’s family,

David’s funeral today was a beautiful service, and it felt very special to hear more about his life with his family and close friends. The stories shared today absolutely reinforced what a lovely man he was, and I’m so very, very sorry for your loss. I didn’t manage to write in the book, but I wanted to share a few words and add my voice to what was so clearly felt and spoken about.

I first worked with David on the Telecom projects in 2009, during the operational separation of Chorus and Wholesale. From the start, he was kind, patient, and very steady, with a calm presence and a quiet authority that people naturally trusted and respected. People genuinely wanted to do well for him. There were also plenty of laughs — his quick wit and wonderful sense of humour made work fun too.

Over the years, our paths crossed again, and most recently I bumped into him at NZTA, where he was working on the National Ticketing Solution project. Seeing him there with his packed lunch on his desk made me smile and reminded me of the days we had worked together — he loved his packed lunches. I feel grateful to have had the opportunity to work with him over the years. He really was one of the nicest people many of us have ever worked with, and he will be remembered with enormous respect and affection.

David always spoke proudly about his family, and it was clear how central you were to his life and how deeply he adored you all. The patience, kindness, and steadiness he showed at work clearly came from the family man he was. It was such a shock to hear that David had died, and his absence will leave a very real gap — within his family, among friends, and for all those who had the privilege of working alongside him over the years.

Thinking of you.

Rachel

Dave Puruto

Lindsey – I was deeply saddened to hear news about David. Please accept both mine and Lil’s heartfelt condolences to you, your daughters and the wider family.

Kia matutu, kia pūma’ana. Na Te Atua i tauturu ia kotou te kopu tangata i roto ia tēia tuātau tūmatetenga – Wishing you strength and comfort. God be with you and your family in this time of loss.

Sarah Grabham

Dearest Lyndsey, Rebecca, Olivia et all. It is with the saddest of hearts that I write this message.
Growing up David was always a sensitive person with an extremely infectious/cheeky smile. He was always a joy to be around, even after he took my Water pistol off me as a child! Following your move to N.Z I would have regular updates from his Mum and Dad who were so very proud of the Man he became and the family you also became. I was so grateful for your visits home and the memories made. He would always with pride update me on the latest family news.
I will miss him more than words can say, sending you all my love.
Sarah