WHITTLE, Thomas Richard (Tom). (MStJ, Order of St John). (Auckland Coast Guard Life Member). Unexpectedly at Waikato Hospital, on 28th December, 2017; in his 80th year. Much loved husband of the late Elizabeth, dearly loved Dad of David, Andrew and Jade, cherished Granddad of Thomas, Abby, and Max. Loved brother of Dorothy, Rusty, Trevor, Kerry and the late Mark. A celebration of Tom's life will be held at Papa Aroha Beach South, 1045 Colville Road, Coromandel, on Monday 1st January, at 10.30am followed by private cremation. Messages to: PO Box 13132 Onehunga 1063.

Published by The New Zealand Herald on Dec. 30, 2017.