Died peacefully at home in Greymouth in the care of his family on June 27, 2020, aged 102.
Devoted husband of the late Beatrice.
Treasured and adored father of Collette Macgregor (Pegasus), John (Auckland), Sheena Gilchrist (Blenheim),
Andrew (Dunedin), Heather (Greymouth), and the late Harold ‘Harry’(Thailand) and baby Ian.
Greatly loved by all his grandchildren and great grandchildren. Loved and respected by all his extended family.

His gorgeous smile and endearing nature touched the lives of many others.
He leaves behind a huge void.

Messages to 1978 Coast Road, RD1, Runanga 7873.

A Funeral Service to celebrate John’s life will be held in the
William Sampson Memorial Chapel, Tainui Street, Greymouth
on Thursday the 2nd July at 2pm followed by cremation on the Coast at the Westland Crematorium.

A Memorial Service will also be held in Nelson the following week at
The Waka, 58 Collingwood Street on Thursday the 9th July at 1pm.