I was saddened to come across a notice of Alan's passing as I was looking for another name here. I would have like to have attending his service to pay him respects & honor you Barbara. I know Alan's dad was good friends of my Nanas & Alan & you Barbara carried on that friendship right to her passing at 102 yrs 2015. Alan had been wonderful to her, in trying to help her sort her land issues as well as just be a support & friend. He even arranged settling her into aged residence when it became difficult for us. I did thank him in one of the 3 or 4 phone calls..one to talk about some old Maori fish hooks Nana had given him which he thought should go to the Museum on Kaeo..and we're taken there. Condolences on behalf of my Nans family..we did appreciate you both Barbara..Ps-even teaching her on your own scooter how to ride one when she must have been close to 100!. God bless you all family.

Alan welcomed me into New Zealand and recruited/mentored me into real estate. He shared his knowledge of the Far North and we spent countless hours on the road and working together. He was always boasting of his family and grandkids. We shared stories and often I would say I luckiest person and he would adamantly disagree, as he had stuck the pot of gold at the end of the rainbow with Barb and he himself was more fortunate than me making him the luckiest person alive. His zest for life and his quirky tenacity have left a lasting impression. Driving the Mangamuka Gorge and the backroads to Broadwood will be an experience I never forget. I so appreciate the time we had together working, socialising and sharing a drink or two. Rest easy my Kiwi brother.

Alan was a childhood friend thru our parents friendship in their early days of farming. Alan's mother was my Godmother, and so many of her beautiful loving characteristics shone thru in this wonderful man. RIP Alan.

I first came across Alan perhaps 65 0r 70 Years ago... Looking at the quite beautiful photograph posted here. I can only pray and hope that the twinkle and sparkle in Alan' ,s eyes, that can be seen in this photograph is carried on through the years and generations by Alan's progeny... Kia Kaha Arohanui To all... Terry Parkin...

When I started real estate over 20 years ago Alan was a great mentor. Barbara and Alan always had time to help and provide wise words. More recently they were neighbours, keeping their property meticulously cared for and ready for a chat if we walked by with the dog. We were sad to see them leave our neighbourhood. Alan's wise words still resonate with me on challenging negotiations and when my team mates are feeling pressure putting a deal together I often reflect on Alan's coaching and calmly say ''Relax, don't push too hard, let time assist in the negotiation'. Wise words I will always remember. Rest easy Alan. Deepest sympathy to Barbara. Vince and Aleysha.

Alan was the first Real Estate Agent to join us after we opened up for business. He and Barbs were an absolute delight from day one and played an integral part in our team. After 50 years of working in the real estate industry we said our goodbyes last December at our Christmas luncheon not realising the end of a chapter was coming in more ways than one. We were supposed to go fishing and continue our friendship. Alan is already sorely missed, his loyalty and legacy will never be forgotten. His contribution to the success of our company is appreciated beyond words. My last memory of Alan was saying thank you and shedding a tear together. A special moment I will treasure which will stay with me always. So it’s time to say goodbye Alan you will always be part of our story and remembered with much love from Daniel and Renate. Now it’s time to RIP