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John Howard ACKRILL
John ACKRILL Obituary
Crossed the bar peacefully at home on Friday, 31 October 2025, aged 83 years, after a long illness. Loved and loving husband of Joy, beloved father and father-in-law of Gareth & Elizabeth, Meredith & Edwin. Dearly loved Pa of Ben. Former co-owner and chief engineer of SS Hikitia. Ex HMS Conway, NZSCo, USSCo, Marine Division of MoT, Maritime NZ. Thanks to everyone who has provided support during John's illness - family, friends, colleagues and medical professionals, especially the district nursing team, Nurse Maude, Mary Potter Hospice and Wellington Free Ambulance.
A private cremation has been held. A gathering in memory of John will be held at Waitarere over the summer. For information about the gathering, and to send condolences, memories and photos, please email [email protected]. Donations in John's memory can be made to the Mary Potter Hospice at https://marypotter.org.nz/support-us/donations/.
A private cremation has been held. A gathering in memory of John will be held at Waitarere over the summer. For information about the gathering, and to send condolences, memories and photos, please email [email protected]. Donations in John's memory can be made to the Mary Potter Hospice at https://marypotter.org.nz/support-us/donations/.
Published by The Post on Nov. 8, 2025.
Memories and Condolences
for John ACKRILL
2 Entries
Neville Isherwood
November 10, 2025
As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.
Paul and Barbara McPherson DTM
November 9, 2025
Very sorry for your loss Joy.
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