Allan WITHERS Obituary

Alan, you had the very rare gift of giving so much to Spring Creek, without actually living in The Creek. My adult children also thought the 4 square man was an advert for Mr Withers! I remember when i first met you, the Apple and Pear Board had caught fire. The local woman got together to feed the firemen as they were going to be there all day. I went up to the store to get the required supplies. As I came to the checkout and explained the situation, you very gently said ` there is no charge for these goods" . I told all the ladies doing the refreshments and the word was out that this guy was ok. I believe that attitude of support and caring was always appreciated and epitomises who you were as a person. Condolences to all who love you. Janice Ellis(née Collins).

Allan gave me my first full time job in 2003 at the Creek Foodcentre. He taught me to work hard, think outside the box, and to always be busy doing something worthwhile. I loved working for Allan and with his loyal team in that shop. He paid me very fairly and gave me pay increases without me asking, he was very generous and thoughtful and also hilarious. We had so many laughs. The 18 months I spent working with Allan and Adrian were some of the best times of my life. I am sorry I cannot attend his service, but please know that I am thinking of him and will never forget all he taught me. Lots of love to Adrian and the rest of Allan's family.

It was the greatest pleasure knowing Allan over the years with Adrian and Andrew and his family. He was kind, quietly spoken and a Real Gentleman.
This photo we had the privilege of Allan as Toastmaster at our Wedding
We know how much he will be missed by you all. With much Love and our thoughts Andrew, Adrian and family

My sister and I met Allan and Elaine on a trip to eastern Europe about 5 years ago. We travelled together for 2 weeks and we became good friends. They were a fun couple and made our holiday an unforgetable experience. A year later they came to visit us in Winnipeg, Canada. I shall never forget them as long as I live. My sympathies go out to Allan's family. He was one of a kind. ( Bob Brown and Mary Van Vliet )

Had such a wonderful time on the River Cruise from Budapest to Prague with Allan and Elaine in 2015. My brother Bob and I so enjoyed your company, and especially when you had a stopover in Winnipeg, Manitoba Canada for a few days and we got to see you again.

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

Sorry tohear your bad news sympathy from the Pearce family invercargill

Sincere sympathies to Adrian and family for your loss. Fond memories of a true gentleman at Foodstuffs and Four Square SC.
Kind Regards Suzanne

So sorry to read of the passing of Allan , what a great man he was and when shopping at spring creek back in the days he always had a smile . Condolences to all the family .

Special memories of Alan. Kindest thoughts to the family at this sad time. The Huria Whanau Spring Creek

Condolences to Allan's family. I grew up in Spring Creek. Always loved going to the store with my mum. Allan was so kind,caring & heart of gold. Always in our memories of being the 4 square man.

Condolences to Allans Family
He will be greatly missed
Mr Four Square you served and cared for the Spring Creek Community for many years Early starts 7 days a week so RIP Allan
Kathy Hamish Sarah Dodson

Sincere condolences to all of Allan´s family and Elaine. Allan was such a kind and generous person. I think that Tim Kerrin and he will be forming a branch of the Wednesday club in heaven. May you all find comfort in your memories of one of life´s true Gentlemen. Heartfelt sympathy to you all from Liz Anderson and family

Will always remember you Allan for your determined passion of service for your customers and community. Always a friendly and welcoming man when I visited you store. A great loss for us all. Sadly we are unable to attend the celebration in Blenheim this day, but our thoughts are with those closest to Allan.

Condolences to Allan's family. My children grew up in Spring Creek and thought that Allan was the actual 4 Square man. He will be fondly remembered by us.

Condolences to the family.
Sorry to hear of your loss.
Great service over the years gone bye. RIP Allan

From the Wednesday Lunch Boys Club Graham, Lloyd, Ken & Wim you always told us that we were indestructible but now that we have lost you it now means that you are un-replaceable and we will all miss you on a Wednesday. After our lunch last week it has come as a shock to all of us your passing.
The Wednesday Boys

Sorry for loss Adrian will always remember the fun times delivering to you guys at the spring creek four square dad always keep me on my toes. The trucks he played on everyone I won´t forget. RIP Alan an absolute legend in the trade

So sad to hear of Allan's passing. Such a lovely man who was always delighted to see you and have a chat. Love and deepest sympathy from Janice & Ken Thompsett & Whanau

Andrew, Adrian and families, so sorry to hear of the loss of your Dad. He was always such a gentleman. RIP Allan.

Our sincere sympathy´s to all the family
We have very fond memories of Allan throughout the Four Square days , a true green grocer , a legend in the trade
RIP dear Allan
Regards Cushla & Chris Franz Josef

A true gentleman.
Kind thoughts to all family & Elaine

Condolences to Andrew and Adrian..I have never forgotten the 1st April 1984, starting at Foodstuffs in Stuart Street and working alongside your Dad doing up bulk orders on my first day, I learnt a lot about the grocery trade from him and he taught me so much in the years he was there before he moved to Spring Creek Four Square.. he was to me the true Four Square man.. was good to see him a few weeks ago and share one last hug and chat. Treasure your memories..he was a great man with a big heart.