Peacefully at home on 20th September 2024. Aged 86 years. Loved husband of Kathy (deceased). Loving Mum of Maree and Kim, Gerard (deceased), Kevin, Leo and Sue, Paul and Andrea, Ann and Jared. Very much loved Poppa and Great Poppa. Requiem Mass will be celebrated at St Patrick's Catholic Church, Seddon Street, Pukekohe, on Thursday 26th September at 1.00 pm, burial in the church cemetery, followed by further life celebrations at the Patumahoe Rugby Club. In lieu of flowers, donations to Dementia Auckland (Dementia Auckland Charitable Trust) would be appreciated.