HARRIS, Thomas John. On 25 October in Gisborne. In his 99th year, surrounded by family. Beloved husband of Hester and father of Jonathan, Chris and Sue, Simon and Alison, Jane and Peter. Grandfather of Kate, Sarah, Anna, Thomas, Megan, Laura, Sam, Alex, Olivia and Ben. Great-grandfather of Pippa and Max, Cleo and Fern, Lily and Harry, Ruby and Layla. A family service was held in Gisborne on Tuesday, 28 October. The family wish to acknowledge all the staff at Ryman Healthcare for their wonderful care of John. The last of the pioneers of Hangaroa has fallen. A true gentleman. Evans Funeral Service Ltd FDANZ 
www.evansfuneral.co.nzPublished by The New Zealand Herald on Oct. 31, 2025.