Tragically taken doing what he loved. Dearly loved husband of Sandy, much loved father and father-in-law of Nicholas and Jackie, and Andrew and Gill, much loved Granddad of Samantha; and Emily, and Maddie, and Great-Granddad of Saviah, loved brother and brother-in-law of Dave and Margaret, and a good friend to many. Messages may be addressed to: The family of the late John Savin, c/- PO Box 39001, Christchurch 8545. Flowers respectfully declined. The service to celebrate John’s life will be held at the Melton Estate Winery, corner Weedons Ross and Johnson Roads, West Melton, on Wednesday, November 13, at 1.00pm, followed by a private cremation.