Of Waikanae. Peacefully at Sevenoaks Hospital on Friday 31 October 2025. Aged 80 years. Special husband of Ros. Loving father and father-in-law of Allison & Brett, and Simon & Ira. Special grandfather of Jessica & George, Olivia & Gareth, Jack & Cherie, Tasmin & Ross and Thazi, and great-grandfather of Indie, Lily, and Ottie. A private family service to farewell Michael has been held.

Published by The Post on Nov. 8, 2025.