Peter HENSON Obituary

A great mentor and influenced so many careers

Sad to hear of your passing. Like hundreds of others I was blessed to work at The Waikato Times when you were "The boss". Golden times and good memories for us as employees. Rest in peace.

Peter drove me to the church on my wedding day in 1975 and at this moment I am looking at the photos of you standing proudly next to the wedding car and you and my dad arranging the flounces of my wedding dress at the church entrance - thanks for those wonderful memories, my thoughts and love goes to Brent and his family at this time.
Memories are precious and sometimes are all that remain.

Peter you were a true friend to my parents especially my mum Jane, I remember when you opened the Manawatu Evening Standard Bookshop which mum managed until her passing. It was so exciting when you met Maude and wee Brent added to your joy,

Peter was a great supporter of the arts and we at Hamilton Operatic Society were lucky enough to have him as our President for a period. Our thoughts are with his family.

Peter, Mary and I remember you with fondest regards having worked with you from 1963 until you leaving the Evening Staandard late 1980's or early 1990's. Our Love and Prayers to your family.
Maurice, Mary Costello

Dad, you will be missed. Thank you so much for being a great grandpa and father in law. I would have not asked for a better father in law, grandpa. love you always, Jo

Peter was very supportive when I became GM of the Manawatu Standard in 1988 and went out his way to introduce me to newspaper industry leaders at that time.I will always be grateful to Peter for that

Adrian Broad

Peter and young Brent were neighbours of us many years ago, in Palmerston North. Always a true gentleman. Peter, you are often in our thoughts, and this will continue. Deepest sympathy to you, Brent and your family. Tricia & Bruce Penny.

A lovely man and a true gentleman. He was the manager of the Evening Standard when I started in 1973, then moved to the Waikato Times, but on visits back to Palmerston North he always took the time to say hello. Sincere condolences to his loved ones. Kay Williams

I have never met a General Manager like him and I guess I never will again. He was an amazing and gentle man who became my friend. Thanks for the memories PGH :)

Peter was a good friend and will be greatly missed

I first new Peter when he employed me as an apprentice in 1969, and again when we crossed paths at the Waikato Times. A really nice guy, someone with integrity to burn, and above all, someone who really cared about other people. Peter will be missed.

Remembered

Peter was a true gentleman and always was so kind to Dean and myself. I will always remember that drum!

He was an amazing boss and mentor who treated everyone like a family and encouraged passion.