Athol passed away peacefully at Tauranga Hospital on Tuesday 22nd July 2025 aged 82 years.
Athol was a loved Dad and father-in-law to Alan, David, Bryan and Carol, and Craig and Amanda. Loved Grandad of Carter, Sarah-Lily, Nicholas, and Luca. Brother of Edith Markie, Rose Doleman, Jimmy and Peter Hjorring.
A private cremation has been held.
Messages or tributes for the family can be left at https://www.legacyfunerals.co.nz/s/athol