(Reg. No. C89748, RNZAF) On October 24, 2025, peacefully at Nurse Maude Hospice, aged 73 years. Dearly loved husband of Denise, much loved father and father-in-law of Clara and Mark, Amanda and Myles, proud and loving Grandad of Avril, and Eva, and a much loved brother, brother-in-law, and uncle. Special thanks to the staff at Nurse Maude Hospice for their loving care and support. Messages may be addressed to: The family of the late John Jones, c/- PO Box 39001, Christchurch 8545. In lieu of flowers, donations to Nurse Maude Hospice would be appreciated, and may be made online at nursemaude.org.nz.  A service to celebrate John's life will be held at Westpark, 467 Wairakei Road, Burnside, on Friday, October 31, at 2.00pm.