29 May 1935 - 27 November 2025, age 90

Passed peacefully 27 November 2025, aged 90. 

Warkworth born and raised, retired in Russell/Kerikeri.

Cherished husband to the late Maureen.

Valued brother to Roger (Hops).

Loved father to Kevin, Shelley and Gary, Bruce and Cushla.

Precious grandfather to Jamie, Maggie, Joe, Tim, Matthew and Evie. Great-Grandfather to Eloise and Reid.

A man who was happiest on the water - wind at his back, sun on his sails. 

A Memorial service will be held at Sandspit Yacht Club, Wednesday 10th December at 2pm, all welcome. The service will be livestreamed..

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