Funeral Notices

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Date of passing: Friday, 12 September 2025
Service venue: In accordance with the family’s wishes a private family farewell has been held

On 12th September 2025 peacefully at Whanganui Hospital aged 68 years young, surrounded by Jed & Jess.
Much loved Dad of Jessica, Jed, & the late Jack.
Father-in-law of Cameron, & Rachel.
Loved Poppa of Harry, Max, Gordy, & Freddie.
In accordance with the family’s wishes a private family farewell has been held.

Dempsey & Forrest
Locally Owned

Paul and Sue Coe on 22-09-2025 09:12 PM
Sending condolences and love to Jess, Jed and your families. Rest in peace John.
Theresa & Ian Glenny on 23-09-2025 09:50 AM
So sorry to read this guys. Remembering the good times. He is now at peace and reunited with Jack. Thinking of you all at this really sad time.
Heather Griffin on 24-09-2025 06:50 PM
To Jed, Jess & families.
I am sorry for your loss and my deepest sympathies to all Johns family.
I worked with John, (many years ago) he became a great friend to me!
I am saddened and shocked
by Johns passing!
RIP my friend, JT. X
Paul Neal on 25-09-2025 11:39 AM
I'm so sorry to hear this. I spent a lot of time with John and his family in their Caius Ave home when John and I were at primary school. Many visits to the Saturday movies with John too. Such a lovely family. Deepest condolences to Jed and Jess and family
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