Passed away peacefully at Nelson Hospital on Tuesday, January 30^th, 2024, aged 81 years. Dearly loved husband of Mary, loved father of Susie, and Celia, loved father-in-law of Quin, and loved Poppa of Ben, and Emma. Loved brother of the late John. In lieu of flowers donations to Diabetes Nelson would be appreciated and may be made online at: secure.fundraiserpro.com/donate/diabetes/.  Messages may be addressed to The Family of the late Michael Vernon, c/- PO Box 39001, Christchurch 8545. A Memorial Service for Mike will be held in Christ’s College Chapel, Rolleston Avenue, City Central, on February 10, at 3.00pm.