Passed away peacefully on September 14, 2022, following a brief period in Hospital, aged 89 years. Loved husband of the late Betty, father of Christine, and Nigel, loved grandad, great-grandad and extended family member. Special thanks to St John for always being there, and the staff at Christchurch Hospital for their care of David, up until his passing. Messages may be addressed to The Family of the late David Dowd c/- PO Box 39001, Christchurch 8545. In lieu of flowers, donations to St John would be appreciated, and may be made directly online. David’s family would love for you to join them in celebrating David’s life, in our Westpark Chapel, 467 Wairakei Road, Burnside, on Wednesday, September 21, at 2:00pm. Private burial to follow.