Hi Maureen and family I just wanted to say a huge so sorry to hear about John I only just read that What a amazing Man he will always be a special part of my heart not everybody gifts you a Fanta I will always be truly grateful xxx thinking of you all hugs and kisses The Hoiland family

My condolences to your family, Maureen, Leon and Corey. John always had a way of smiling and brightening to make you feel special when he saw you. Invariably it would be followed by a “look, Maureen, it’s Norm’s Daughter!” And then asking about the family. He was very caring and his love of horses was very infectious. And I know the Mudways had a special place in my Dad’s heart and his stories about them, horses and thistle bushes were told often. I’m sorry I couldn’t be there to celebrate his life and great spirit, but I know he was very proud of his family and would be happy to know he’ll live on through them. Kia kaha.

Kua hinha he totara i te wao nui a tane. A totara has fallen in the forst of Tane. Me tangi, kāpā ko te mate i te marama. Let us mourn and weep for him. Thanks for the memories, the smiles and the unlimited, unsupervised access to pony rides!!!! Some of the fondest memories I hold dear!! xx Jackie and Jamie bolting around your home track on Cheif and Bubs!! You and Maureen always welcomed us to your whare, we felt so comfortable and happy to help ourselves and knew were all the gear went and how to operate the hoses at the hose bay..!! Untill qwe meet again Johnny xx Rest easy xx Maureen, E hara taku toa, i te toa takitahi, he toa takitini - find comfort in the whānau you and Johnny have created xx for they are your taonga xx Thinking of you all at this time xx Jamie Holm (nee Mihaka)

Sorry to hear of the passing of John I have some good memories of the P O days.in Feilding Alf Shearman

Aunty Maureen, Cory & Leon. Robin & I are thinking of you at this minute & we hope today goes as good as it can. He was a genuine fabulous & funny Uncle. May he have fun up there when he meets up with the rest. xxx

To Maureen , Leon, Corey and your families and all the Mudgway family , we are so sad for the loss of our very loved , funny , caring uncle John . He will be missed by many . We loved him and have so many great memories of him mostly making us laugh . We are thinking of you all and sending our love Kim , Hayley and Janet

Dear Maureen, family and friends, very sad to hear of John’s passing. Our memories of you two and family go back many, many years, particularly the wonderful rugby days, we share the same date of marriage. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all at this time. May your memories calm your period of loss, May John R.I.P.