(Formerly of Dunedin) On Monday, May 19, 2025, after a short illness, peacefully at Holly Lea, surrounded by family, aged 82 years. Dearly loved husband of Val,  loved father and father-in-law of Bridget and Greg, Gerard and Marissa, Bernard and Sally. Loved grandfather of Edward, Lucy, James, Ella, Marvin, Luciana, Oscar, Xavier, and Louis. Thank you to the staff at Christchurch Hospital and Holly Lea for their kindness and care. Messages may be sent to PO Box 34060, Riccarton, Christchurch 8440. Requiem Mass at St Teresa’s Catholic Church, 8 Puriri Street, Riccarton, on Saturday, May 24, at 10.00am, followed by interment at Yaldhurst Cemetery at 1.00pm.