Eion Edgar, one of NZ's richest men, has died of cancer. Queenstown businessman and philanthropist Sir Eion Edgar helped make New Zealand a better place and has left a behind “an enormous legacy”, his family say. Robyn Edie/Stuff Queenstown businessman and philanthropist Eion Edgar at his home with wife Jan and dog Poppy. He leaves behind an enormous legacy.”In a statement, Forsyth Barr said the company was “deeply saddened to note that our former chairman, colleague, mentor and friend Sir Eion Edgar passed away”. Simone Steele/Supplied Sir Eion Edgar and Richie McCaw at the Halberg Awards at Sky City Grand in 2012.

Source: Stuff June 14, 2021 04:25 UTC