On Saturday 27 June 2026, Phillip passed away peacefully at Arvida Bethlehem Views, Tauranga.

Dearly loved husband of Denise, and much-loved father and father-in-law of Rochelle and Rick; Darryl and Anna. Devoted Grandad to Daniel, Maia, Ava, Kaylee and Olivia.

Phillip’s family wish to thank the team at Bethlehem Views, for the amazing care and respect shown to Phillip and his family.

A funeral service for Phillip, will be held at 2:30pm, on Monday 6 July 2026, at Legacy Tauranga, 383 Pyes Pa Road, Tauranga.

Tributes for Phillip’s Family may be left at www.legacyfunerals.co.nz/s/stokes

Communications to the Phillip Stokes Family, C/- Legacy Funerals, PO Box 3136, Tauranga 3142.