Ian Lester Herd

24 April 193619 October 2024

Ex RSN and RNZN 13670 Warrant Officer, Passed away 19th October at his home in Gulf Harbour after 88 years of a full and happy life. 

Loved husband of Ngaia (Stevie) and father of Derek (UK) and Nicola and his 5 grandchildren, Daisy, Ngaia and Esmay (UK) and Ben and Sam. 

"If I fished only to capture fish, my fishing trips would have ended long ago". Zane Grey

As per Ian's wishes a private cremation has been held. Tributes to Ian can be made here https://www.dils.co.nz/s/ian.

In lieu of flowers donations to Hato Hone St John would be appreciated Donate | Hato Hone St John Annual Appeal

Tributes

I always enjoyed talking to Ian. He was pleasant and down to earth. There was never any hidden agenda or airs and graces.

Pat Shanks

Sorry for your loss - he was great piece of the fabric of GC.

Alastair Tod
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