Passed away peacefully March 17, 2012, surrounded by his loving family. Aged 80. Dearly loved husband of Bev. Beloved dad of Christine and Claudine, David and Mary, and Michelle. Much loved Poppa of Nicholas, Michael and Jenny, Sarah, Sacha and Dan, and Sam. Much loved Great Poppa to Shea, Finn, Hope and Ava. ‘Everything is beautiful.' At Roy's request, a private cremation is to be held. Friends are invited to join family in raising a glass to Roy at Mt Maunganui RSA, Wednesday March 21 at 1pm. Grateful thanks to the staff at Waipuna Hospice for their care and support.