WHITEHEAD, Donald John (Don). Passed away peacefully in his sleep on Saturday, 15 November 2025, aged 87 years. Dearly loved husband of the late Jill. Much loved father of the late Todd and Nicola, loved father-in-law of Meg and Glenn. Don was cherished by his two grandchildren, Zachary and Gemma. We take comfort in knowing Don is now at peace and reunited with Jill and Todd. Heartfelt thanks to the caring staff at Greenwich Gardens Care Home. A private cremation has taken place and a service to celebrate and remember Don's life will be held at 10.30am on Wednesday, 26 November 2025, at the North Harbour Chapel of Dil's Funeral Services, 185 Schnapper Rock Road, Albany, followed by refreshments. A live stream of the service will be available at
https://tinyurl.com/yhfhwx9c Tributes to Don may also be made here. In lieu of flowers, donations to the NZ Cancer Society or the NZ Heart Foundation would be appreciated


Published by The New Zealand Herald on Nov. 22, 2025.