WARD, Roland (Roy) Geoffrey. Promoted to Glory 25 August 2025 after a short illness. Devoted husband of Alison and the late Elaine. Loved father/father in law of Susan and Tim, Murray, Nicola and Brian, and Alastair. Beloved "Grumps" to Sam, Abby, the late Sean, Daniel and Matthew. A service of remembrance will be held at Waters Funerals 81 Franklin Road, Pukekohe on Wednesday 3rd September at 12pm. Donations to the Gideon's International in lieu of flowers please.

Published by The New Zealand Herald on Aug. 30, 2025.