Passed away peacefully on May 18, 2015, aged 88 years. Cherished husband of the late Ruby. Loved father and father-in-law of Gary (Brisbane), Lynette and Brian Hooper (Katikati), and Heather and Roger Hammond (Whangarei). Loved Poppa and Great Pop. A private service has been held. Many thanks to all staff at Melrose. Messages may be sent to The Hammond Family, C/- Hope Family Funerals, 4 Keenan Road, RD 3, Tauranga 3173.