JP you will always be remembered by Ava and Logan as the fun Uncle from the island 🏝 where we caught our first big fish. It was important to you that special moments be prized with those people in your circle. As many have shared your kind caring personality will be missed and your foodie personality also. You were taken too soon and so much left to do. You will be dearly missed by us all.

JP was a great man. His kindness and friendliness was profound. Whenever I mentioned of kind people, he was always a good example. When I was in the process of applying for my NZ visa, he paid $855 to the immigration lawyers on my behalf. When I started working I then asked him for the banking details so that I would pay back and he said it was a welcome to NZ, I didn't have to pay him back. Back in SA he did a lot for me out of generosity when I was working with him and the family. I'm still finding it very difficult to accept that he's gone. Rest in peace brother, you'll be greatly missed and celebrated for the positive impacts that you had in the world.

Cheers JP. You were (and will always be remembered as) an absolute legend in so many ways. It was a privilege to know you and call you friend! Rest easy big man until we meet again.

Big guy, What a dude you were! , always there to help at the end of a phonecall, when i needed a fridge fixed, topped up with gas or some fishing tips, I loved sharing recipes and cooking techniques with you, could always hear you coming and loved your contra deals! already missed but never forgotten , fly high mate.

My dear JP, You were one of the most authentic and genuine person I have ever met. One of the angels of Waiheke island. Always ready to help when you could, with discretion, and grace. And the gratefulness to be able to. Your love for your friends and family was limitless, and anyone who was close to you was kindly looked after, helped, and supported when needed. You had so much to give, and I hope you felt, amongst all of us, that you received just as much. You are one of the first people I met and made friends with when I arrived on Waiheke. I will never forget your smile, your laugh, your jokes, and your intense way to look into someone's eyes, to make sure they were ok. I will miss you, dearly, my friend. Go fly high, with the angels.

Bru, you were one of life’s good souls .. You touched everyone who met you in a positive and amazing way. As heartbreaking as your passing is for everyone you leave behind, your memory is one of light, happiness and the joy you brought to many! A fulfilling life you led l, and that is all we can hope, and to have made a mark of greatness to those around for you which you did. RIP China

Juan Pablo, my team is a man down now. We will remember you as the big man with a huge heart, willing to give a hand anytime it was needed. Love and hugs for your kids, we’re here for whatever they may need.

Many people will walk in and out of your life, but only true friends leave footprints in your heart. How lucky am I to have had someone that makes saying goodbye so hard. Rest in peace JP. You will be very sorely missed.

Andrew and I are so sad we can't be at the memorial today. We so wanted to be there to pay our respects. JP was an exhuberant character someone who would always go the extra mile with a huge heart and with great presence. When we owned the Oyster Inn he was so helpful to us on so many occasions and often at the last moment and even on New Year Day one year, that was him always wanting to help to solve a problem. Over the years he helped us with other projects and always when I saw him out he always so polite and welcoming. His genuine warmth and love of people will mean he will never be forgotten and he will live on in our hearts and minds RIP JP

Love you pal , miss you my friend , I'm so sorry this has happened . I miss you . Love Kev

Ai JP, you were a gentle giant with such a kind heart. You will be missed by so many! Thank you for being there for me just after I got separated keeping me calm with your sound advice., for the Easter eggs you dropped off for me to hide in the garden for Noah when I did not have much money and for the lamb you gave me so I could make you a lekker Durban curry to say thank you to you. When I was doing your invoicing and you knew you were pushing up my blood pressure, you texted me that you dropped a coffee off for me at my postbox. Needless to say, that made me smile. You were an angel walking this earth and will always be remembered for that naughty smile and big heart. Rest in peace and till we meet again. Madél and Noah

JP I still cannot believe it, it can’t be true. Our journey together was one of good times, good laughter, tears rolling down the cheeks funny, lots of Braais, kids playing, Christmas, new years, birthdays and getaways together the 2 of us and a whole heap of kids - so many good memories. I will cherish the time we did have. I loved you like my big little brother. Our lives may have drifted apart however you were always in my heart. I just could not bear to watch you be hurt again… and you were. Despite it all you lived life full and after the blow would stand up, dust off and go again. A testament to your character and the man you will always be to many. You loved fiercely all those you held close to your heart, especially your children. You did whatever you could to make their lives better. You were always there no questions asked. We lost a good man, a proud dad and a much loved friend. I am so sorry my friend. Words cannot express it. Rest easy my china

JP we are devastated. Hard to believe that we were enjoying a G&T together just the other day and now this tragic news. I can just hear JP saying “Dis kak lekker”He so loved to Braai. We would often have a chuckle when we saw the fire truck flying down the road to ask him to put out his fires. Little did we know that the next time we would hear the fire truck racing down the road, that it was not to put out any fires, but to help assist in getting JP off to hospital. We will miss your funny jokes, your kind heart, our long chats but mostly your friendship. Rest in peace now. Ons gaan jou baie mis Skattie xx Heidi & Sonia

Rest easy my friend, thank you for everything, the countless laughs and good times, the easy friendship we shared I will miss and cherish. You were one of a kind, and I loved you for it. It’s never easy saying goodbye when you are the one left behind. A massive void in my life now, but I know you will always be right beside me when you pop into my mind, or I share a funny memory. Thank you, thank you, thank you See you on the otherside ❤️

JP, as I write this I still can't believe you have passed. We are terribly heart broken. A devastating loss for Bianca and your amazing beautiful children - Jessica, Jamie, Dustin and Brody. Our families have know each other so long - from the early 1990's, your parents fish factories in Strand, from the days you raised that beautiful dog Troy, playing match maker and paid R 100 by Alan to find Warren a wife 😉 the family visit to Namibia in 2009 to Dune 7, so many memories to treasure. Such a generous and charming personality, dear JP, you will be forever missed. 🕯Rest in peace.

JP, how my heart hurts learning you’ve left this world. We met June 2003…you & Bobby had just arrived in Canada and immediately all 3 of us connected. Even though over 20 years you were always on the other side of the planet you always kept in touch and showed support & love to our family. And when things turned tough in my life, you would always check in and make sure Aidan and myself were doing ok. You were an amazing person, Son, Brother, Friend & most cherished by you, a father to 4 beautiful children. You left a mark on everyone you knew and will be forever missed by everyone.. To Bianca, Jess, Jamie, Dustin, Brody and all of your extended family please know you are being thought of at this terribly sad time❤️

Ohh JP my heart is broken you had a zest for life like no other.. You had a caring personality but you also knew right from wrong. And set boundaries and kept to them.. You were missed living so far away.. But you were also just a text away for advice and great advice it would be.. I'll cherish our many fishing trips as kids that's when we bonded and although it bacame a lot less it was never broken.. Rest in peace 💔😢

JP what a loss for us all, a true friend always willing to help others. I saw you on Waiheke Community notice board quietly helping others. An old lady saying she doesn't have fire wood for winter you would pop up "what's your address? You came to our rescue when Nico got diagnosed with cancer. You went out of your way during a very busy time to make sure you install an aircon in his room so he could comfortably recover in there. We have all truly lost loosing you. Love you JP❤️What a man you were.!We are devastated for your family.