Douglas Arthur Sidney passed away peacefully on Sunday, February 8, 2026, at the age of 81. He was the dearly loved husband of Philipa and a much-respected stepfather to Andrew, Michael, and Nicholas. Douglas found immense joy in his role as a grandfather and was deeply loved by all his many step-grandchildren. A service to celebrate Douglas's life will be held at: Simply Funerals, 449 Te Rapa Road, Hamilton on Saturday, February 14th, at 3.00pm. Communications to Douglas's family C/- Cambridge Funerals, PO Box 844, Cambridge 3450.

Published by Waikato Times on Feb. 10, 2026.