John BOULTON Obituary

Hi Lissie,
just found about John's passing.
In gradually clearing out 30 years of "stuff" in my rooms, I came across a picture of you two with Katherine and Charles taken in 1982 and decided it was time to make contact after all these years.
I have often thought of that time back in London - the BBQs in your East Hounslow backyard, the harpsichord concerts, John demonstrating your dog's cleft palate by putting his finger inside her mouth and out her nose, how you pretended you didn't know you were supposed to donate whatever Prince Philip pointed to when he visited your shop, our regular squash games at London House and the wonderful lecture course we attended,how we got thrown out of the front bar of the Ritz which we walked past every day as it it was guests only, the cups of tea we used to have at the pie cart, the Elton John song 'don't go breaking my heart' which was played every night we went to the pub after our lectures and which always reminds me of those days whenever i hear it on the radio
I also vividly remember him telling me that he had found the love of his life but that he didn't see a future as he was always going back to NZ to be a surgeon and you had said the only place in the world to be a professional harpsichord player was London.
My reply was that love would find a way - which it obviously did !
I recall meeting you at home in NZ years ago and I'm just so sorry I didn't get off my bum and try to make contact earlier
Kindest regards
Glen Benveniste

I was shocked to hear of John's sudden passing . I had the privilege of being John's registrar in urology in 1987 at Auckland Hospital. John was an excellent role model for us junior doctors with his calm peaceful manner, astute advise and excellent teaching skills. He had a certain charm and charisma with his patients and always had a twinkle in his eye with his witty humour that kept us trainees relaxed , under his confident guidance. A thorough gentleman in every sense and an outstanding human being , my deepest condolences to the family. May the Lord of comfort give you His peace.

Lizzie, we were so shocked to hear of John's passing. What a terrible shock for family, friends and colleagues. We send you much love and our deepest sympathy at this difficult time.

Lissie,Rachel & Family.
Both Mark & I along with our extended family are shocked & sorry to hear of the passing of John. Our thoughts and prayers to you all at this sad time. We are sure we will catch glimpses of John in the two little men? who now join our families forever.

Dear Lissie and whanau, I am so very sorry for your loss. I remember John's very warm and strong handshake only a few weeks ago. Kia kaha. Arohanui, Huia

Dear Lizzie and Family
Although I know that no words can ease the loss you feel, just know that you are in our thoughts and prayers.
May your wonderful memories of John help you all find peace.
A True Gentleman, who was always there to lend an ear.
All our love Ian, Leanne & Taurian McConnochie

Dear Lissie and family,
John's sudden departure is a tragic blow for you all. Even though it is many years since I saw you and John I have fond memories of our days as neighbours in View Road. A gentleman indeed. My deepest sympathy and thoughts are with you.
Peter Kingston, [email protected], Whangaparaoa

So wish we could have met him. Grieve for you and the children.

We are so saddened to hear of John's passing. So highly respected by Liz Luyk, Jacqueline Park and Sheree Jobson, the Lithotripsy Radiographers at Greenlane Clinical Centre. RIP John. Our sincere condolences to Elisabeth and family.







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Johns passing was a great shock to me and all urologists. He was a mentor, teacher, colleague and a true gentleman, always willing to help and advise. He was highly respected and loved by his patients and in particular the people of Gisborne have lost a treasure. It was an honour knowing you John.

Dear Lissie and your family -

We are so grieved for you in losing John, and although we knew him only a short time, we liked and admired him so much for his gentle manner, his mine of information and his generous hospitality.

Our love and sympathy go out to you and the family

Diana and Toby Morcom

Dear Lissie I am sorry to hear about John passing away. I would like to offer you and your family my deepest sympathy. I wish you all the best in this difficult time.Warm regards Nicole

Dear Lissie and family, David and I have been so shocked and saddened to hear of your great loss. We are very grateful to have been able to know John and his gentle, attentive and generous nature. May the Lord God pour His love and comfort into your family at this time.
Much love,
David and Christine Griffiths

Lissie - a voice from the past... I was saddened to read of John's passing. Be assured of my prayerful thoughts at this sad time. ([email protected])

Lissie & family, we were so shocked and sad to get your email about John's passing. Our deepest condolences.

We remember being on that flight to Seoul and there was a call for a doctor on board. Ray & John responded to the call and realised they "knew" each other through Lissie. What a small world this is!

Our thoughts are with you. Remember the happy times.

Caroline Kwok, Raymond Chan (parents of Kimberley & Hamish Chan)