On September 5, 2026, passed away peacefully at home in Amberley, aged 82 years. Dearly loved husband of Jean for 64 years, loved father and father-in-law of Andrew and the late Sylvia, Raewyn and Michael Hawes, Adrienne and Brendan Miles, loved Poppy Jock of Kimberley and Todd, and Olivia (Libby); Dylan and Jade, and Courtney and Chris, loved Great Poppy Jock of Indie, and Elise; Onyx; and Addison.

“On the ball through scrummage three-quarters and all”

Sincere thanks to Claire Chapman from Amberley District Nursing and Nurse Maude. Messages may be addressed to: The family of the late Jock Croft, c/- PO Box 39001, Christchurch 8545. A service to celebrate Jock’s life will be held in the Glenmark Rugby Club, “Omihi Hall” 9 Reeces Road, Omihi, on Thursday, September 10 at 1.00pm