BISHOP, Alexander James (Alex). It is with regret we announce the passing of Alex on the 24th of July 2025 at the age of 97. Beloved husband of Val, father to Heather, Mark, and Kim, father-in-law to Bruce, Anne, and Mandy, grandfather of Jacqueline, Ryan, Matthew, Suzanne (deceased), Sarah, Justine, and Alex, great grandfather of nine. A great man, kind and loyal, loved by all. Alex has been laid to rest with a private gathering surrounded by his family.

Published by The New Zealand Herald on Aug. 2, 2025.