
Saturday, 6 September 2025
On September 1, 2025, passed away peacefully at home with his family by his side, following a short battle with lung disease, aged 88 years. Much loved husband of the late Margaret, and recent partner of Iris. Loved father and father-in-law of Rob and Liz, Kamala and Tim, Colin and Stephanie, treasured grandfather of Dianne, Sam, and Isobel (deceased); Max, and Louis; Oliver, Theo, and Dominic, great-grandfather of Robyn. Loved brother and brother-in-law of Alan (deceased) and Margaret, Margaret (deceased) and Ted. In lieu of flowers, donations to Hinewai Reserve would be appreciated and may be made online at: hinewai.org.nz. The service to celebrate Johnâs life will be held at Westpark, 467 Wairakei Road, Burnside, on Saturday, September 6, at 10.00am.
I was sad to hear of the recent passing of John. My parents were great friends of Johns' parents, Max and Vera, and we all attended the Methodist Church in Waimate together. I can recall my Father speaking fondly of John and his achievements. My sincere condolences to his family at this sad time. Sincerely, Lois Thomas.Lois Thomas
I am so sorry to hear John has gone. Sympathies to Rob, Kamala and Colin. You parents were very welcoming, warm lovely people. I am sure your dad will be deeply missed.Bianca McKinnon-Gee
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