On June 30, 2024, peacefully at Essie Summers Retirement Village, in his 93rd year. Dearly loved husband of Rouie, much loved father of Peter (deceased), Catherine, and Hilary, loved father-in-law of David, loved grandfather of John, Alex, Sam, Anna, and George; Isabella, and Tom. Special thanks to the staff at Essie Summers for their care of Bill over the years. Messages may be addressed to: The family of the late William Swan, c/- PO Box 39001, Christchurch 8545. The funeral service for Bill will be held in the Cashmere Presbyterian Church, 2 MacMillan Avenue, Cashmere, on Friday, July 5 at 1.00pm, followed by a private cremation.