MCKAY, John Alexander. On Wednesday 4 June 2025, peacefully at Whakatane Hospital, surrounded by family, aged 71. Dearly loved and treasured husband of Helen, cherished father of Erin and Ryan, father-in-law of Aidan. Adored Poppa of Maeve and Liam. Adored son of the late Ian and Isobel McKay of Gisborne. Awesome brother and brother-in-law of Janet and Gaine, Rod and Karen, Jim and Diana, Mike and Sana, Colleen and Patrick. Loved by all his nieces and nephews. A talented musician and teller of bad Dad jokes. Taken too soon. Thank you to the wonderful caring team of the Medical Ward, Whakatane Hospital for their excellent care of John. A celebration of John's life will be held in the Whakatane Baptist Centre, Keepa Road, Whakatane on Friday 13th June at 1pm followed by a private cremation. In lieu of flowers donations would be appreciated to Parkinsons Society, Bay Of Plenty and may be left at the service. Communications to the McKay family, C/- PO Box 2070 Whakatane, 3159 or online at
willettsfuneralservices.co.nz
Published by The New Zealand Herald on Jun. 7, 2025.