Died peacefully, at Russley Village, on January 2, 2024, aged 97 years. Loved husband of June (deceased), cherished father and father-in-law of Wendy and Paul, Andrew and Kirsten, Robyn and Andrew, Nick and Keely, treasured grandfather of Nikita, Patrick, and Callum; Juliet, Jonathan, and Robert; Siela and Ally, and great-grandfather of Mason. Very special partner of Noeline, and a great friend of her family. Loving youngest brother of Jack, Dudley, and Dorothy (all deceased), and respected uncle. Grateful thanks to the staff at Ashley Suites who cared for Neville, especially in his last months. In lieu of flowers, to honour Neville’s love for the outdoors any donations to Forest & Bird NZ would be greatly appreciated, and may be made online at forestandbird.org.nz. Messages may be addressed to The Family of the late Neville Perkins c/- PO Box 39001, Christchurch 8545, or email messages to nevilleperkinsmemorial@gmail.com.  A private cremation will take place, and details of a Memorial Service will be advised at a later date.