Of Khandallah. On 4th February 2026, aged 85 years young. Loved husband of Judith for 60 years (well, John would playfully say 15, as they were married in a leap year); father of Johanna, Philip, Sarah, and Craig; father-in-law of Kevin; grandad of Madison, Jessica, Harry, Lucas, Alice, and Jack; great-grandad of Madden, Frankie, and Wolfe; "Old Man Grandad" of Jackson; brother, brother-in-law, uncle, grandad-in-law, and a favourite friend to many. A celebration of John's life will be held at Guardian Funeral Home, 4 Moorefield Road, Johnsonville, on Thursday, 12th February. 'Tee-off' is at 11.00am (dress in fun colours if you'd like), followed by a private cremation. To 'catch' the livestream of John's service or to leave a fisherman's tale or two, please visit
www.gfh.co.nz.

Published by The Post on Feb. 9, 2026.