On Friday, July 4, 2025, passed away peacefully at home in Christchurch, surrounded by his loving family, aged 89 years. Dearly loved husband of Joy for 66 years. Much loved father and father-in-law Craig & Hong, Joanne and Bryan, Lynn and Geoff, Blair and Christine, Dale & Pippa. Adored grandfather of his fourteen grandchildren and seven great-grandchildren. Messages may be addressed to: The family of the late John Stuthridge, c/- PO Box 39001, Christchurch 8545. The funeral service for John will be held at Westpark, 467 Wairakei Road, Burnside, on Friday, July 11, at 2:00pm, followed by interment at Avonhead Memorial Park.