Peacefully, surrounded by family on 30 June 2025, aged 86. Adored partner to Maureen for 37 years. Cherished father, stepfather, grand-father, and great-grandfather. A respected and loyal friend to so many. A service for John will be held in Petone Rugby Club, North Park, Udy Street, Petone, on Sunday 6 July 2025, at 2.00pm. John’s service is being live-streamed and the link may be found on Gee & Hickton’s website under upcoming funeral services. Thank you to the staff in Hutt Hospital Coronary Care Unit for their sensitive and respectful care shown to John & his family. A donation to Wellington Free Ambulance would be appreciated and may be left at the service or made via https://www.wfa.org.nz/donate