On May 8, 2024, after a courageous battle, Wayne passed away peacefully at Nurse Maude Hospice, with family by his side, aged 63 years. Dearly loved partner of Janine, much loved father of Shane, Matthew, Alyssa, and Sharon, and a loved grandad to all his grandchildren. Special thanks to all the staff at Healthcare NZ, and Nurse Maude Hospice for the wonderful care and support given to Wayne. Messages may be addressed to: The family of the late Wayne Kirk, c/- PO Box 39001, Christchurch 8545. In lieu of flowers, donations to Nurse Maude Hospice would be appreciated, and may be made online at: nursemaude.org.nz. A service to celebrate Wayne’s life will be held in our Oaklands Chapel, corner Halswell Junction and Wigram Roads, Halswell, on Wednesday May 15, at 10.30am, thereafter interment in the Springston Cemetery.