Suddenly, at home, on Friday September 18, 2015, aged 76. Loved husband of Jan and former husband of the late Eileen. Loved stepdad of Linda and Pete. Respected step-Bob of Emma and John, and Kelly and Hayden and great-Bob of Kayleigh, Ashton and Deklan. A loved brother and uncle. Special thanks to the staff of St John Ambulance and Dr Andrew Manning and his staff for their care. Messages c/o PO Box 10345, Christchurch 8145. A celebration of Bob’s life will be held in the Ferry Park Chapel at 297 Ferry Road on Thursday, 24th September 2015 at 3:00pm. Private cremation thereafter.