James Alastair Hay GUILD

Dear Anna and family, I was saddened to read of James's passing. James was a great supporter of Deer Research in general and was particularly helpful to me with the DINZ/AgResearch Velvet Antler program. He communicated enthusiasm and was always interested in what we were finding in terms of antler growth as well as novel health product applications. Please accept my sincere condolences.

Anna & Family Condolences & Sympathy for your loss James would have been very proud of the family for the send off you gave him Peter & Beverly Iremonger

Dear Anna, I am so sad to hear about James. I very much enjoyed working with James when he was Chair of QEII National Trust. It was lovely to meet you too. My sincerest condolences to you and your family. With love, Anne McLean.

I met James in the late 60s, in London, he was travelling the worlds best Ski resorts with some mates.We met at a party in Earls Court. I had spread the word that my father and I, were looking for some help during the harvest. James approached me and came to help on the farm. A short while later he invited me to join him and his mates in St Anton. Easy said James catch a train! Arrived about 16.00 and James said just enough time to get you some skis for tonight! James I have never skied, no...

To Anna and family, Sorry to hear the sad news of James passing with my deepest condolences thinking of yous at this sad times.

Dear Anna and Family, Our thoughts with you all. With deepest Sympathy, Jane and David Hutton

My sincere condolences to Anna and family. I was privileged to have James as a member of the SDC Biodiversity Working Group in 2017 - 18. His Mana, wisdom and calm nature along with a firm advocacy for Rural Selwyn will remain with me for a long time. James was pivotal in forging a good working dynamic in the group and made my job as Chair an enjoyable one. I am saddened to think I will no longer have the opportunity to converse with him again. A true champion of Farming and Conservation.

To Anna and family. I was saddened to read of James passing. He was a determined character, with a wide range of interests, friendly and good company with a genuine warm smile. I recall receiving a fabulous, guided tour of High Peak with him and on another occasion being responsible for him missing his flight from Wellington to Christchurch due to a deep discussion on NZ Game Estate matters over a glass of red wine. Sincerest regards to you all.

A big cyber-hug to Anna at this sad time. James was a special man: smart, thoughtful, forward-looking, fun, determined and a genuine family man. He was a great asset to the deer industry in both the early pioneer days of farming deer and as the industry grew, developed and diversified. He was a pleasure to work with and well-respected. Every sympathy and kind regards to the Guild whanau.