Aged 83, 6th Hauraki, Sgt, Service no. 77408.

Passed away after a long illness at Tauranga Hospital, 31 May 2020.

Dearly loved husband of Lynn. Loved father, father-in-law, and step-father of Peter (Brisbane), Debbie and Yvette (Tauranga), Melinda and Scott (Wanganui), and Erin (Ireland).

Adored grandfather of Justine, Natalie, Corey, Kirby, Jodi, Dylan, Siobhan, Jack, and Eric. Great-granddad of Lexi, Ruby, Elsie, and Elias. Loved brother and uncle of Pat and Robbie and their families, Dell Persey (deceased) and families, Avonne and families.

A true character with a great sense of humour and a real people's person, who will be sadly missed.

A cremation will be held, please contact the family for details.