Private Funeral Held for Dean Field and His Three Children

A private funeral service was conducted for Dean Field, who tragically lost his life along with his three children in a house fire in Sanson, located in Manawatū, earlier this month. The announcement of the service, which took place at the family’s request, described Dean as an “adored Dad” and a “deeply loved and respected uncle.”

The devastating incident occurred on November 15, 2023, when the fire claimed the lives of Dean’s children: August, aged 7, Hugo, aged 5, and Goldie, aged 1. The family dog, Marlo, also perished in the blaze. Tragically, the ashes of Dean’s and his partner Chelsey Field’s stillborn daughter, Iris, were lost in the fire.

Authorities are currently treating the case as a homicide, with police conducting an investigation into the circumstances surrounding the fire. As the community mourns the loss of the Field family, tributes have poured in, highlighting the profound impact Dean and his children had on those around them.

In the aftermath of this heartbreaking event, the local community has expressed support for Chelsey Field, who is navigating this unimaginable tragedy. Friends and neighbors have come forward to offer condolences and assistance during this difficult time.

The investigation remains ongoing, and updates are expected as police continue to gather evidence. The loss of the Field family is felt deeply across the region, uniting the community in grief and solidarity.