On July 9, 2021, died peacefully at home, surrounded by family, aged 63 years.

Dearly loved and cherished husband of Rechelle, dad of Robbie, Nicole, Daniel and Abby, Naomi, Rebekah and grandad of Brooklyn, Dusty, Charlotte and Phoenix.

Special thanks to the amazing nurses at Waipuna Hospice, the incredible doctors, nurses and team of Ward 5 Wellington Hospital, Dr Johnathon Davis, nurse Janine and the team of the Cancer clinic at Tauranga Hospital, Waikato Hospital and everyone else who was part of Stephen's journey over the last 18 months.

In accordance with Stephen's wishes, a private cremation has been held and a celebration of his life will be held Monday 26 July, 1.30pm, at Abundant Life Centre, 36 Sutherland Road, Judea, Tauranga. All are welcome.

Revelation 14:13- 'And I heard a voice from heaven saying, 'Write this: Blessed are the dead who die in the Lord from now on.” 'Blessed indeed,” says the Spirit, 'that they may rest from their labours, for their deeds follow them!”