Died: 18th January 2026

Service: 22nd January 2026

As the sun rose, dad removed his gumboots and lay down his shepherd’s crook for the last time.

He went to join his greatest love Jen – ‘ finally together again ‘

Formerly of Wyndham, Ian passed away peacefully surrounded by his loving family, at Peacehaven Village, on Sunday 18th January 2026.

Aged 92 years.

Deeply loved and cherished husband of the late Jennifer (nee Leitch) for 62 wonderful years.

A much loved and treasured dad to Iona and Doug, and Barbara and Diana.

Absolutely adored Poppa to Amy, Dave, Mila and Teddy; Jenna, Shane and Aria; Breanna, Jesse, Nikau and Ardie.

And a loved brother and brother in law and Uncle Ian.

A Celebration of Ian’s life will be held on Thursday 22nd January 2026, 1pm, Wyndham Presbyterian Church, 78 Balaclava Street, Wyndham.

Interment at Wyndham Cemetery will follow.

Messages to 136 Oreti Road, Otatara, 9RD, Invercargill 9879 or to Ian’s tribute page where his livestream link is available.