Passed away surrounded by family in Greymouth 22nd June 2025.
Loved husband of Glenda, valued father and father in-law of Stacey, and Adam & Lisa,
special Grandad T of Brodie, and Caleb, loved son of the late Keith and Pauline,
respected brother and brother in-law of Lynley Torrance, Helen & Bruce Bultitude,
Graeme & Robyn Bell, Lewis Bell, Delwyn & Lindsay Hughes, Wendy & Rob Campbell,
Peter & Brenda Bell, and Karen (deceased) & Alistair Mclaren,
special friend of Ann Dunwoodie, an uncle, cousin and friend of many.
Messages to 13 Keith Road, Paroa,Greymouth,7805.
In accordance with John’s wishes a private service and cremation has taken place,
family warmly invite everyone to come and remember John at the
Blaketown Rugby Clubrooms on Friday 27th June 2025 at 3pm.
PLEASE NOTE CHANGE OF TIME FROM 4PM TO 3PM
Glenda, Stacey and Adam, please accept our deepest condolences with the loss of John, a great rugby man, the best Sergeant I worked with and a very good friend. May he rest in peace.
Denis and Cheryl King
To the family of John. We were surprised and saddened by the news that John had passed. He was a good friend and loyal workmate. We had many good times at Greymouth and many discussions about rugby. We send our thoughts and condolences to you all. Alistair & Eileen Smith.
Glenda and all your family,
So sorry to hear of John’s passing.
Tony always enjoyed catching up with him for a chat when they worked together at the hospital and out and about around town.
Cherish your precious memories that you all have. Thinking of you all.
Much respected work colleague and friend. Rest in peace.
Glenda, We were sorry to read the sad news that John had passed away. He was a respected member of the community who will be sadly missed by you and your family. Thinking of you all.
Our deepest Sympathies Glenda and family on the passing of John. He has earned his rest after serving his community well. May all your wonderful memories together be of comfort to you all. Carolyn and Ken Williams