My sincere condolences to Peter,Denise, partners and all grandchildren. Unable to attend, however got to view via video link. It was a great celebration of Jack's life ,family love, contribution to the district and the overall area. I have fond memories of both your Mum and Dad and the many days Stuart and l did stuff on the Hunter Road Dairy Farm.

Dear Peter and Breeda, Denise and families Our sincere condolences to you all. Jack will be greatly missed, as is Shirley. Jack contributed to the betterment of Taranaki in many ways, through his Council and Federated Farmers involvement and other activities. May he Rest in Peace. Kind regards Ruth (nee Sulzberger) and Hugh McKenzie Whangarei

Condolences to all the family .

Our thoughts and prayers are with you all today .We would have been with you to farewell Jack but our car is out of running this morning.

Our heartfelt condolences to Peter, Denise, and your families. We were extremely sad to hear of your dear Dad's passing. Jack and Shirley were treasured friends of our Mum and Dad (Don and Melva Gray) and Jack was Dad's best man at their wedding on 15th June 1957. They maintained a wonderful friendship over the years that included several memorable holidays together. I will always remember "Uncle Jack" being a kind, caring, knowledgeable man, and a true gentleman. R.I.P Jack Love from "The Grays" Steve, Karen, Tracey

To Hawkes family, Jack will be a loss to his family and Taranaki society. My thoughts are with the family at this difficult time. Jack served on the South Taranaki District Council for many years and in that role also served on the Taranaki Regional Council, in a policy governance role. In that role his nickname was 'gentleman Jack' given the distinguished way he conducted himself and got his point across. Jack was also involved in Federated Farmers and other regional organizations. Jack is survived by a wonderful family, who I know, that have his values and will proudly carry the Hawkes name forward. Fred McLay TRC and Friend

With deepest sympathy to Jack’s Family. Bernard & I used to deliver Meals on Wheels to Jack & Shirley For several years. Had wonderful chats at the door, as we are retired farmers as well A truely lovely man Bernard & Pauline Gibson

New Plymouth Pakeke Lions Club acknowledges the passing of Past member Jack Hawkes who was a member of this Club for sixteen years when he and Shirley retired to New Plymouth. Jack was a very popular member and President in the year 2011-2012. Thank you Jack for services to the Lions Club and the wider community. Our condolences from all our members and friends of the club to Jack's family. Noel Boddie, President.

To the Hawkes Families, Sending my sincerest condolences to you all on the passing of Jack. Jack and Shirley were life long friends, farming neighbours for many years with us doing business deals on several occasions in the days when a shake of a hand was a man’s word. A true gentleman at rest. Jennifer O’Byrne