Died: 4th July 2021

Peacefully on Sunday July 4th, 2021, at Rowena Jackson Rest Home.

Aged 85 years.

Dearly loved husband of the late Anne for 51 years.

Much loved and respected father and father-in-law of Diane and Mark Hopwood (Invercargill), and Paul and Suzanne (Canberra).

Loved Day to Harrison, and Laura; Enya, Sam, Marika, and Bryleigh.

Great Day to Koby, and Braxton.

Loved Brother and Brother-in-Law of Rex and Denise.

Loved Uncle of Mark, Michael, and Adele and Mike Larsen (Invercargill).

Loved Brother-in-Law of Beverly (Wellington).

Loved Uncle of Stephen (Wellington), and Susanne and Stephen.

Loved great uncle to Kate and Lucinda (Sydney).

Thank you to all the wonderful staff at Rowena Jackson for your care and kindness.

“Life has to end, but love does not.”

As per Des’s wishes, a private cremation has taken place.

Messages to 134 Abbot Street, Invercargill 9810.