GIBBONS, John Frederick (Sam). Passed peacefully surrounded by family 20 April 2018, aged 77 years. Dearly loved father of Nigel, Scott, Sarah, and the late Tania. Treasured Poppa of Jordan and Kane; Ben, Cameron and Jaimee; Daniel, Jared and Kate. Great Poppa of Bailey. "Set Sail on the High Seas." "Another Kauri tree has fallen." The family would like to offer their thanks to the Staff at Middlemore Hospital, and Tui Village, Papakura for all their wonderful care and attention. A service for John will be held in the Chapel of Manukau Memorial Gardens, 361 Puhinui Road, Papatoetoe on Friday 27 April at 12.30pm.

Published by The New Zealand Herald from Apr. 23 to Apr. 25, 2018.