In loving memory of
Dougal Thorburn
Pō whakamoemiti for Dougal Thorburn
With love we can confirm that our pō whakamoemiti in memory of Dougal will take place at the Lower Hutt Town Hall, 32 Laings Road, at 3pm on Saturday 21 September. This will be an opportunity for anyone whose life was touched by Dougal to come together to listen to stories, sing together, connect with others and reflect.
The livestream will be available on this website.
There will be a number of opportunities for us to all sing together. Please see below for waiata (song) lyrics and links.
In addition we would like to invite experienced choral singers to join us in singing a special waiata or two for Dougal, and to give strength to the group singing. If you are interested please register using the following link and we will send you more details: https://forms.gle/k5iwtzkBJpfZgqpT9
If you are able, please bring along a native tree or plant for us to put in the ground this spring at Te Raekaihau, where Dougal spent many hours regenerating the bush. If you are traveling or otherwise unable to bring a plant, you might choose to plant a native near your home, or join your local regeneration group for some weeding or planting in the coming months.
We invite you to dress in colourful clothes to celebrate Dougal’s life.
For runners and walkers: The local Parkrun team are holding a memorial Parkrun for Dougal at 8am on Saturday 21st September: for more information please visit https://facebook.com/events/s/dougal-thorburn-memorial-paced/442167352193101/
Please share this link and information to anyone who may wish to join in expressing their aroha for Dougal and whānau.
Waiata for all to join
Whakaaria Mai
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rvUj2FE1rpA
Whakaaria mai
Tou ripeka ki au
Tiaho mai
Ra roto i te po
Hei kona au
Titiro atu ai.
Ora, mate,
Hei au koe noho ai
Purea nei
Purea nei e te hau
Horoia e te ua
Whitiwhitia e te ra
Mahea ake nga pōraruraru
Makere ana nga here
E rere wairua, e rere
Ki nga ao o te rangi
Whitiwhitia e te ra
Mahea ake nga pōraruraru
Makere ana nga here,
Makere ana nga here.
Amazing Grace (three verses as below)
Amazing grace! How sweet the sound
That saved a wretch like me!
I once was lost, but now am found;
Was blind, but now I see.
Through many dangers, toils, and snares,
I have already come;
’Tis grace hath brought me safe thus far,
And grace will lead me home.
When we’ve been there ten thousand years,
Bright shining as the sun,
We’ve no less days to sing God’s praise
Than when we’d first begun.
Tutira mai ngā iwi
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yUlIC90WFPE
Tūtira mai ngā iwi,
tātou tātou e
Tūtira mai ngā iwi,
tātou tātou e
Whai-a te marama-tanga,
me te aroha – e ngā iwi
Ki-a tapa tahi,
Ki-a ko-tahi rā
Tātou tātou e
Tā-tou tā-tou e
Hi aue hei!
Te Aroha
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uefJdSCkzPo
Te Aroha
Te Whakapono
Me te rangimarie
Tātou, tātou e
He tangata
He tangata kē
Engari i tēnei wā
Tātou, tātou e
Ma te Kahukura
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NBf-LXtQJ4I
Mā te kahukura ka rere te manu (Mā ngā huruhuru e)
Ka rere koe (Rere runga rawa e)
Kia tae atu koe ki te taumata
Whakatau mai rā e
Mā te kahukura ka rere te manu (Mā ngā huruhuru e)
Ka rere koe (Rere runga rawa e)
Kia tae atu koe ki te taumata
Whakatau mai rā e
Mau ana taku aroha
Whai ake i ngā whetū
Rere tōtika rere pai
Rere runga rawa rā e
Mau ana taku aroha
Whai ake i ngā whetū
Rere tōtika rere pai
Rere runga rawa rā e
Rere tōtika rere pai
Rere tōtika rere pai
Rere tōtika rere pai
Rere runga rawa ra e
Pō whakamoemiti for Dougal Thorburn
With love we can confirm that our pō whakamoemiti in memory of Dougal will take place on the afternoon of Saturday 21 September in Wellington. The precise time and location will be added as soon as possible, and will be updated on Facebook, via relevant newspapers and on this website.
Dougal rested at Takapūwāhia Marae prior to a private burial. Saturday will be an opportunity for anyone whose life was touched by Dougal to come together to listen to stories, sing together, connect with others and reflect.
Please share this link and information to anyone who may wish to join in expressing their aroha for Dougal and whānau.
Arohanui
MEMORIAL SERVICE
A memorial service is planned and details will be listed on this page as soon as a date, time and venue are confirmed.
Please do not follow any link relating to Dougal’s farewell that requires you to enter your credit card details. This scam has been reported to the Police.
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THORBURN, Dougal (Ngāti Pou) Passed away suddenly on Tuesday 3 September 2024. Loved partner, father, son, brother, uncle, nephew and friend. Dedicated servant of Papatūānuku. Accomplished athlete and adventurer. Caring doctor and champion of equity for Māori.
Dougal rested at Takapūwāhia Marae (24 Ngatitoa Street, Porirua, Wellington), from 2pm Sunday 8 September until Monday 9th, after which a private burial took place.
Kua hinga te tōtara i Te Waonui-a-Tāne.
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TRIBUTES
Russell and Theresa Hurring
We are heartbroken to hear of Dougal’s death. To all his loved ones we send our deepest Aroha and are thinking of you as you negotiate this tragedy.
Dougal left his mark on the hearts of many.
He gifted us a legacy of special memories. Apart from running adventures Dougal was so much more.
We treasure the times we shared, especially at Dunback when the girls were small.
Hold on to the memories of the time you shared.
Biggest of hugs all round.
Bruce Harding
I was shocked to discover that my former esteemed student, Dr Dougal, has died suddenly. My contact with Dougal was when I was an educator at Christchurch Boys’ High School where Dougal was a champion runner and student who was deeply respected and admired. The youn Dougal was a live-wire wth a happy smile and ready wit and his quiet mana enlivened the formality of learning! Dougal was a very special person, and I grieve with his family at this tragic loss when he had so much to live for. I am also uplifted to learn of his Maori values and service to tangata whenua in the health system. In a large, all-male, urban Christchurch ‘white boys’ school this element to his identity was masked even as his lively mind was on full power. I am delighted Dougal developed that special mahi. I am sure that Dougal’s many friends and teachers at CBHS share in a sense of incomprehension and shock as we all recall a beloved member of that School Family.
Me te aroha tino nui atu….BH
Kim Hurst
You were a kind friend, a generous soul, and brought steadfast determination to your mahi. I will remember you often, especially while venturing into the mountains.
Dave and Michele Martin
A most sincere; warm; open and engaging friend and neighbour. We’ll miss everything about you. (No more speeding past the gate or on Mt Vic trails full tilt in running gear – gone before we get to say “Hi…”). You’ve left us with memories of a sweet, intelligent; energetic; funny and thoughtful man. Kia okioki te rangimarie ki taku hoa.
Phil Costley
Such a shock to hear of Dougal’s passing. He was always full of energy with a real appetite for knowledge and adventure. His creation of the DT360 cornering technique while trail running in Canterbury backcountry is a lasting memory. Rest in peace Dougal, we are blessed to have known you and you will be in our memories forever.
Simonette Mallard
Dougal you were a bright star and I was fortunate to have crossed paths with you. You were full of energy, never afraid to ask challenging questions, thoughtful and kind. You inspired me in my career and in running – I’m sorry I never told you this. I hope you are at peace. Much aroha to your loved ones.
Tony Payne
I was so saddened to hear of Dougal’s passing. I spent many years in Dunedin training with Dougal (where he would also push a pram on our runs – often up very steep hills!). His positivity, caring and genuine interest in others is what I will remember him for. Genuinely one of the nicest and most talented people I have ever met. So sorry for your loss.
Brenda & Paul Escott Manchester
Heartbroken to hear this news. You were a treasured neighbour Dougal, & an all round fine human being.
Nga mihi aroha
Michael and Jan Gall
R I P Dougal
Thankyou for all the fun, very happy times you and your lovely daughters shared , camping, tramping ,picnicking orienteering etc, etc, with Andrew, Clare and our granddaughters Lainey and Piper Thompson.
You will always be remembered.
Michelle Ludlow
ive just read it in the paper im really sorry on dougal passing he was a fab doctor at oratoa will miss him my thorts go out to the family and friends close and far wide
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