PAYNE, Ronald Gilbert (Ron). Passed away peacefully at Resthaven on Burns, on Friday, 25th April 2025. Dearly loved husband and soul mate of the late Hazel for 69 years. Cherished father and father- in-law of Colin and Tracy, Warren, Rex and Heather, Karen and Bryan. Adored and much loved Grandad to 7 Grandchildren and 11 Great- Grandchildren. 'Special thanks to Trish and the Team of Resthaven on Burns for the love and care shown to Ron over the past 5 years.' A celebration of Ron's life will be held at Woodside Estate, Woodside Road, Matangi, on Thursday, 8th May 2025 at 1:00pm, followed by a private cremation. Messages to the Payne Family can be sent c/- 3 Hallys Lane, Cambridge 3434 or in Ron's online tribute book at
www.grinters.co.nz.

Published by The New Zealand Herald on May 3, 2025.