Battled to the end but now at peace, on Thursday 8^th October 2026 aged 78 years. Dearly loved husband of Ann. Much loved father of Richard and Claire, Ben and Angie, and Tasha and Ben. Special Da to Charlotte, Olivia, Dougie, and Lola. A service for Michael will be held at The Orchard Church, 20 MacLoughlin Drive Te Puke, on Tuesday 13^th October at 11am. Messages to the Jones family C/- PO Box 650 Tauranga 3144.