Died: 29th Mar 2020

23 November 1941 – 29 March 2020

It is with heavy hearts we announce the passing of our precious Dad & Pōua, who passed early hours Sunday morning surrounded in love.

Beloved Husband and soulmate of Daph*, cherished Dad of Jan & Mike, Lynley & Paul, Ricky & Juanita, Kathryn & Karl, Kim & Michael, Stinger & Deanna, Chris & Bec, Darlene & Dan, Lynn & Nicky.

Much loved son of Haldy* & Tassie Ryan*, loved brother & brother in-law to Errol & Glenys*, Kevin* & Lynne*, June* & Greg, Arthur & Paula.

Much loved son-inlaw of Marj* & Jimmy* Watson. A much loved brother-inlaw to Thelma & Frank*, Avice* & Jim*, Bev* & Stuart*, Lynette*, & Ti*, Marj & Arthur*, Janice* & Tai, Noeleen & Ray, Gail* & Stuart.

A much loved & respected Uncle to all his nieces & nephews.

A favourite cousin, and great friend to many.

Adored Pōua of Amy, Tyron, Lauren, Nicole, Jennifer, Amanda, Haley, Dylan, Ethan, Stacey, Darcy, Tessa, Jade, Danny, Jimmy, Sheldon, Rayden, Royce, Xavier, Kaiah, Bronson, Storm, Jacob, Zebulyn, Delta, Tieago, Gideon, Malachi, Caleb & Saracen.

Great Pōua of Deacon, Lochie, Van, Harper, Jakson, Jimmy, Ava, Ryder, Mahlee, Zoe, Lexy-Lou, Ricky, Evie, Liam, Rita-Mae, Isla, Heidi, Reon, Nico, Olli, Arlo, Beau, Kobe-George, Mercedes, Lucan, Chase, Isaiah, Josiah, Maddox, Knox & Taimana.

Special thanks to Vicki Bickford & Susie our whānau will be forever grateful for your support.

Messages to 350 Barrow Street, Bluff 9814.

“ Our strong almighty Totara has fallen”

“Moe mai rā matua”

“The bands back together”

Due to current circumstances a service for Harps will be held at a later date.