Passed away Monday May 2, 2016. Best friend and husband to Mel, beloved son of Cindy and the late Robert. Much loved brother of Allan, Nathan, Amie, James and David. Loved uncle of Casey and Maana. Loved brother in law of Anthea and Andrew. Much loved son in law of Alison. A service to celebrate Gav's life will be held at 10.30am on Saturday May 7, at the Olive Tree Cottage, 247 Joyce Road, Pyes Pa, Tauranga. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Westpac Rescue Helicopter, and may be left at the service. Any correspondence to Gav's family may be sent to c/- Hope Family Funeral Home, 4 Keenan Road, RD3, Tauranga 3173.