LAWSON, William Stuart (Bill). 11786 RNZN Chief Engineer Passed away peacefully at North Shore Hospital, Auckland on Friday 2nd July 2021. Dearly loved husband of Beverley. Loved father of Jenny, William (Billy) and father-in-law of Rosemary. Loving Grandad to Steven, Matthew, Brendan and Nathan. Sadly missed by all. In accordance with Bill’s wishes, a private family service has been held.
TOOTILL, John Desmond. Ex RNZN Tamaki 42 Class, HMNZS Wakakura (25th Minesweeping Flotilla), Harbour Defense ML1188 and HMS Ramehead.NZ Police 1950 -1985 (Retired). Died at peace after a short illness on July 3rd aged 95 at Bernadette Rest Home. Dearly loved husband of Pat (deceased), of Jon and Cindy (Karaka, Auckland), Trish and Doug (Gold Coast, Australia), Jackie and Greg (Lake Mumorah, Australia), Chris and Jane (Byron Bay, Australia). Loved Grandfather of Mikey, Caity, Matt, Ellie, Sam, Lucy, Maddie (all Australia) and Lily (Germany). Loved brother of Rodger, Jim, Tommy and Mary. In lieu of flowers donations to Waipuna Hospice at Waipunahospice.org.nz Special thanks to all those involved in his care over the last few months. A service for John will be held at Legacy Gardens, 53 Te Okuroa Drive, Papamoa on Thursday 8 July 2021 at 10.30 am followed by private cremation.