Dear Jane and family, John was an incredible man and friend who touched so many, many lives. John and Jane always welcomed us as family. We will always remember John's conversations, warmth, kindness and love. Our heartfelt condolences to you all. Alida and Gary and family

Dear Jane and family. Was sorry to hear about John. He was a great gentleman, teacher and neighbour. I have great memories of him. My love goes out to you all Julie ( Came) Pakiri.

Dear Jane and Family. We are so sorry to hear of John's passing. We have wonderful memories of working with John at Multi Serve Education Trust and the collegial relationship developed between Trevor and John. Our thoughts are with you at this difficult time.

Dear Jane We loved your husband and hope he had settled well with his Gin into his new word. He was a great friend to both of us and such an excellent colleague to us as we settled into NZPF. Coming as we do from so far south we will rest quietly on Wednesday 12 and remember those amazing times. Love to you Jane. Nola and Barry xxxx

We are sorry to hear that John Boyens has passed away. We wish his wife and family much strength. We remember John as a remarkable and warm man.

May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived. With deepest sympathy for your loss, Helen & John Cooper.

John was a much-admired neighbour - such a lovely man. With love to Jane and condolences to the whole family.

Too soon mate, love to Jane and the kids

I meet John and Jane a few years ago, through my Dad Tom Boyens.

To a beloved God Father

I meet John and Jane at The Orewa Croquet Club, when I first started playing golf croquet in September 2020.He was always helpful and friendly and played to a very high standard. Condolences to Jane and family

John was a dear colleague and friend . We are reflecting on the time we studied at Massey University together in the `good old days´ along with the collegial support and friendship that followed. Sending our sincere love and condolences to Jane and the family.

Thinking of the family at this very sad time. Much Love to you all.

John Boyens only touched my life very briefly back in about 1970. He was my standard 4 teacher at Freyberg Memorial Primary School in West Auckland. I wasn't particularly well suited to school at that time in my life due to family circumstances that we all now understand but didn't then but he was the one teacher from all of my schooling that stands out as being a great teacher. John was ahead of his time in teaching methods and for that I thank him.

To Jane and whanau. We send our condolences. John was a great colleague and friend. I (Peter) learned an enormous amount from him when I was his DP at Yendarra School. He was a real educationalist whom I much admired. Arohanui Jane and family, Peter and Susan Lodge.

It was with great sadness that, in the last few days, I learnt of John Boyens' passing. I first met John when he joined the staff as a Senior Teacher at Te Atatu North Primary School, in the late 1960s or early 1970s. He immediately impressed as a fine person and a talented and effective teacher. With his abilities and warm personality, John was a highly valued and respected staff member, and he became a great friend. Personally, I will be forever grateful to John for his tremendous encouragement and support when I sought positions with the Auckland Primary Principals' Association and the N.Z. Principals' Federation. With his wide range of personal qualities and his abilities as a teacher, John was a great role model for teachers starting in the profession. As a staff member, his warm personality, vast knowledge and experience, and his consistent collegiality ensured great respect. It was always fun and a joy to be in John's company, and he will be much missed by many. Sincere condolences to Jane and your family on your loss of John. I feel sure that you all will be strengthened by the many genuine and heartfelt tributes which are being made. John was one of those special people who it was a privilege to have known. Rest in Peace, John.

Will be sadly missed

So sorry to hear this sad news. John was such a wonderful caring man who was always interested in others.

Dear Jane and family It is with great sadness we acknowledge the passing of John. We will always remember our lovely morning teas together. John, it was a pleasure knowing you - our time together was too short. With love Carolyn and Michael William Sanders Village

John was my Dads (Rex William Boyens) cousin and also a very dear friend... my mum Judy and my Dad shared lots of fun times and have many fond memories of their time with John and also Jane... my connection with John has developed over the years... both he and Jane always made Noel and I so very welcome...he was a great man ... rest in peace John... take good care of yourself Jane..love Judy (Pearce) and Noel

`Laughing, travelling and a good gin´ exactly describes our travels together over many years. At my John´s funeral you said he was like a brother to you and that´s what we were - a close knit gang of 6. So many wonderful memories to get us all thru the next few months. John and Jane - you inspired us all to have the happiest and most loving relationships. Go and join yr mates upstairs who will be waiting with a gin in hand.

Thanks John for being a supportive Principal and being a good friend Love to your family David and Patricia Dawson