FFITCH, Anthony (Tony) Francis:

Passed away peacefully on Monday 26th February aged 87yrs.

A much-loved Husband to Jan (Janice), Father to Jo and Ian, Grandpa to Jordis, Father-in-law to Jase and daughter Abby. A cherished Brother to Virginia and Max, and beloved Brother-in-law, Uncle and Great Uncle to many. Our extended thanks to the wonderful staff at Amberley Rest Home and the hospital unit of Charles Upham who treated Pa with such respect and dignity, keeping the smile on his face until the end.

Tony’s funeral will be held on Friday 1st March at Northbrook Chapel, Spark Lane, Rangiora at 2.30pm. Messages to the family C/- PO Box 35, Rangiora 7440.