THORPE, Peter Aubrey. Died suddenly but peacefully at home on 26 August 2012. Very dearly loved husband of Bev, adored father and father- in-law of Wendy and Kimbal; Tony and Raewyn; Tracey and Chris; Simon and Putri; and Lucy and Bruce. Beloved grandad of Will; Tom and Charlotte: Courtney and Matt; Emma and Claudia; Oliver and Alila; and Jorge, Rory and Ruby. Will be dearly missed, our gentle man. At Peter's request, a private family service has been held. Our special thanks to Dr Murray Smith for his care of Peter over the past seven years, and our thanks to his team at the Omokoroa Medical Centre. Communication to the Thorpe Family c/o P.O Box 8139 Tauranga 3145.

Published by The New Zealand Herald on Sep. 1, 2012.