Richard Crawford, Rotorua, district councillor died by heart attack

Richard Crawford Obituary: The Bay of Plenty community is in mourning following the sudden passing of respected leader Richard Crawford, who tragically suffered a heart attack while biking in Rotorua.

Richard, a well-known builder, served as a district councillor for the Western Bay of Plenty, and had previously held positions as the leader of the Te Puke Community Board and as a firefighter in Te Puke.

His commitment to community service and his unwavering spirit have left a lasting impact on those who knew him.

According to a statement from the Western Bay of Plenty District Council, Richard passed away this morning as a result of the medical incident that occurred while he was biking yesterday.

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The news of his untimely death has deeply saddened councillors and community board members, with Western Bay Mayor James Denyer expressing that they are “shattered” by the loss.

His dedication and contributions to the community will be fondly remembered by all who had the privilege of working alongside him.

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