John Rishworth HOOPER

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John HOOPER Obituary

HOOPER, John Rishworth (JH). Passed away on 21st November 2025 surrounded by family aged 78 years after a brave and stoic battle with Parkinsons. Beloved husband of Ngaire, adored father and father-in- law of Ollie & Liz, Hamish and Michelle, Nick and Eva, and grandfather of Paiton, Hugo, Monte, Mia, Charlotte, Maggie, Leo and Rosa. We will celebrate the life of 'JH' at Akarana Yacht Club, on Friday 28th November at 1:30pm. In lieu of flowers, donations to Parkinson's NZ would be welcomed. https://www.parkinsons.org. nz/donate Aroha Funerals 0800 276 420

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Published by The New Zealand Herald from Nov. 24 to Nov. 26, 2025.

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Emma Reid

December 19, 2025

Deepest condolences Ngaire and family. I remember John as such a good and kind man. May the love you shared bring great comfort.

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Jennifer Cameron

December 17, 2025

Only heard this evening of John`s passing.
Such wonderful memories of John and yourself. Thinking of you Ngaire. Jennifer

BARBARA TOWERS and ROY TOWERS

November 26, 2025

Our sympathy Ngaire for the recent loss of John. It is a long time since we saw John at Tai Chi but you kept us informed. Kindest regards, Roy and Barbara Towers

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