SIMS, Desmond Leslie (Des). Des passed away peacefully on 18 December 2025, aged 88 years. Husband of the late Diane Sims. Loving father and father-in-law of Brendon and Andrea, Mark, and Nicky. A much loved grandad and great-grandad. In accordance with Des' wishes, a private cremation has taken place. Messages to the Sims Family, C/o PO Box 439, Napier 4140.

Published by The New Zealand Herald on Dec. 20, 2025.