On October 31, 2023, peacefully at home, after a long and determined battle with Motor Neurone Disease, aged 54 years. Much loved ‘Other Half’ of Karen, loved son of Jenny and Laurie, loved brother and brother-in-law of David and Kay, Nicky and Tony Thwaites, much loved son-in-law of John and Kaye Bonner, loved brother-in-law of Steven, and a much loved cousin, uncle, and friend to many. Special thanks to the enormous number of people who have provided care and support to Gary and his family. Messages may be addressed to The Family of the late Gary Boot, c/- PO Box 39001, Christchurch 8545. In lieu of flowers, donations to Motor Neurone Disease NZ would be appreciated, and may be made online at www.mnd.org.nz.  A Service to remember Gary and celebrate his life will be held in our Westpark Chapel, 467 Wairakei Road, Burnside, on Monday, November 6, at 2.00pm.