JAMES, Eric Royal. Passed away peacefully after a short illness on 20 May 2024, aged 80 years. Beloved father and father-in-law of Sarah and Andrew, Helen and Steven, and Huw. Cherished Gramps to Rhys, Olivia and Maia. Much loved brother to John and sister-in-law Caroline. We wish to thank the team on Ward 7 at Middlemore Hospital for their compassion and care of Dad. Also, our thanks to the staff at Gulf Views Rest Home who made Dad's final six months comfortable. A service to celebrate Eric's life will be held at the Chapel of Resthaven Funeral Services, Cnr Picton and Walter MacDonald Sts, Howick on Thursday 23 May at 2pm.

Published by The New Zealand Herald on May 22, 2024.