Passed away peacefully on 3 November 2025. Dearly loved husband and best friend of Juliet for sixty five years. Loving father and father-in-law of Erin and Colin, Fiona and Frazer, Ian and Kathryn (deceased). Much loved Poppy to Stefan and Sasha, Simone, Sophia and Daniel, Amy, Greer and Hamish. Great grandfather to Vanessa, Charlie, Beauden and Daphne. As per John's wishes, a private cremation has taken place. Messages may be sent to the Wilson family, c/o Hope Family Funerals 2A Loop Road RD 6 Tauranga 3176 or hopefunerals.co.nz