On Saturday 4 July 2026, surrounded by loving family aged 63 years. Much loved husband of Bernie, loved and amazing father and father-in-law of Hayden and Bryony, Tara, Zoe, Kelsey and Jay, and Lennox, loved stepfather of Jenna and Mitch Thompson, Nicole, and Max Boyd, adored Pop of Max, Greta; Ocean, Leo; Aidan, Bailey; Lilly, Heidi, Jack; and Will. A very special thank you to the staff at Nurse Maude Hospice for the kind care of  Pete and the family during their stay. Messages may be addressed to: The family of the late Pete Bakkum, c/- PO Box 39001, Christchurch 8545. At Pete’s request a private Funeral has been held.