On March 31^st, 2024, passed away peacefully in the presence of his family, in his 86th year. Dearly loved husband of Frances, much loved father and father-in-law of Alistair (deceased), Richard and Relda, and Marianne and Scott, cherished Grandad of Duncan, Charlotte; Finn, Millie, and Harvey. In lieu of flowers, donations to Canterbury West Coast Air Rescue Trust in memory of Gavin would be appreciated and may be made at airrescue.co.nz. A service to celebrate Gavin’s life will be held in our Rangiora Chapel, Wai-mana, 92 Kippenberger Avenue, Rangiora, on Friday, April 12 at 10.30am, interment at Waikari Cemetery to follow.