On Sunday, December 31, 2023, peacefully at home, aged 71 years, surrounded by his family. Loved Dad of Darren, Shirley and Pani, Simon, Tania (deceased), Adam (deceased), Julie and Shane, loved companion of Sonja, loving Poppy to his 11 grandchildren, and 12 great-grandchildren, loved brother of Barry, Tony, and Peter, friend and former husband of Anne, loved brother-in-law, uncle, and friend to many, including more than 12.8k followers on TikTok. A special thanks to the medical staff and carers for their support and professionalism over the past two years. Messages may be addressed to The Family of the late Jim Knowles, c/- PO Box 39001, Christchurch 8545. The Funeral Service in celebration of Jim’s life will be held in our Oaklands Chapel, corner Halswell Junction and Wigram Roads, Halswell, on Thursday, January 4, at 10.30am.