FAIRHALL,
John Benjamin:
On December 8, 2017, peacefully at home after a courageous battle, surrounded by his loving family.
Now in the arms of
his creator.
Much loved and devoted husband of Diane (Di) of 51 years. Much loved and respected Dad of Andrew and Rachelle, Mark and Saeko, and Dawn and Stuart. Adored Gramps and Poppa John of Joshua, Keegan, Hannah, Nadia, Tom, Matt, William and Sarah. Much loved brother of Nancy Copeland, Mary Preiss and the late Margaret Fairhall. A special thank you to Dr James Chisnell and hospice nurses Cushla, Val and Pip for their ongoing compassionate medical care (a donation to the Nelson Hospice can be left at the service). Messages to 16 Ledger Ave, Motueka 7120. A celebration of John's life will be held at St Thomas' Church, High Street, Motueka, on Wednesday, December 13, at 1.00pm, followed by a private cremation.
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11 Entries
A great guy to know, and a good host. We placed a high value on John's friendship over the years as a fellow Fairhall. Our thoughts and prayers will continue for Di and the family.
Bruce & Heather Fairhall
December 16, 2017
Dear Di, Dawn and families. Our condolences on your loss.Thinking of you at this difficult time. Margaret and Cindy Morrison
December 15, 2017
Our hearts go out to you Di and your family. Bruce has very fond memories of John. Our thoughts are with you.
Bruce Forsyth and Kaye Smith, Blenheim
December 13, 2017
To all the family we send our deepest condolences at your loss.Knowing John he is making beautiful music in heaven Gary and Lynne Hammond Blenheim
December 13, 2017
Sorry to hear about John, Di. Our thoughts are with you and your family. Love Caryl and Grant
Caryl Simpson
December 13, 2017
Dawn,so sorry to hear the lose of your dad. Love to you and your family
Fleur Hammond
December 12, 2017
Dear Di and family our sincere sympathy for your loss of John. Wonderful memories of early Montana days, his music and his saying Happy Days. Kind Regards Suzanne & Ross Smith
Suz & Ross Smith
December 12, 2017
Dawn, we are thinking of you & your family. Please accept our sympathy at this sad time.
Lynda & Jim Hill
Lynda Hill
December 11, 2017
To Diane and family our thoughts are with you at this sad time the madden family
Val Brian Nigel and daniel Madden
December 11, 2017
Dear Di & Family, so very sorry to hear about John's passing. Have very fond memories of my time working with him at Montana Wines. Sympathies to you all. Regards Di & Brian Benseman
December 11, 2017
Gone to the great music hall in the sky great memories john
Brian Gibbins
December 11, 2017
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