Suddenly, but peacefully on December 19, 2011 at Tauranga Hospital. Dearly loved husband of the late Valerie. Beloved father of Victoria, and Janine, grandad of Michael, Kate, Charlotte, David, and great grandad of Luca, and James. Very special thanks to the doctors and staff of A&E, and Ward 1d, Tauranga Hospital for their loving care. A service for Joe will be held at the Hillsdene Chapel, 143 13th Avenue, Tauranga on Friday, December 30 at 11.00am followed by a private cremation. In lieu of flowers, donations to Waipuna Hospice, PO Box 1156, Tauranga 3140 would be appreciated and may be left at the service. Communications to "the Bown family" C/- PO Box 650, Tauranga 3140.