Passed away peacefully, in Sumner, on April 5, 2024, aged 83 years. Beloved husband of Mary for 60 years, dearly loved dad of Christina, Katherine, Monica, and Louise, loved father-in-law of Justin and Stefan, adored Grandad of Annie, Molly, Reuben, Lucy, Alice and Katie. Much-loved member of Our Lady Star of the Sea community. Heartfelt thanks to Dr Brendan Kite and the staff at Redcliffs Medical Centre, and the staff at Edith Cavell Home. Messages may be addressed to: The family of the late John Robb, c/- PO Box 39001, Christchurch 8545. In lieu of flowers, donations to St Vincent de Paul would be appreciated and may be made online at donate.svdp.org.nz.   A Requiem Mass for John will be celebrated at Our Lady Star of the Sea, 42 Dryden Street, Sumner, on Wednesday, April 10, at 10.30am, followed by a private cremation.