It is with a heavy heart that we bid adieu to our good friend Matthew Polden. He passed away peacefully on Thursday night, December 4th, with his Jack Russel Pip by his side. 

Special thanks to Barb Metzger for reuniting them! Although Matthew lived in Bluff for just a few short years, he really became a local & was known by many. I have fond memories of him & wee Pip who he adored. Whether walking at the old cemetery or zipping around town on his scooter, the two were inseparable.

Matthew's wonderful sister, Fiona, will be leaving Monday morning to take him back to Collingwood, where he will be laid to rest as per his wishes. He really did love Bluff though, and we loved him. He was such a character and he will be missed. 

Fiona & her partner Pat are adopting Pip, so he will be retiring in beautiful Coromandel where he will be well loved. 

Special thanks also to Kath & Kellie from Distinct Funerals. They did a wonderful job making Matthew look very dapper for his final journey and they’ve gone above & beyond with their services. 

Please feel free to leave any fond memories or well wishes below

Farewell, my friend. I'll have a glass of red in your honour x