Peacefully at Clutha Views on Sunday, May 19, 2024, in his 85th year. Dearly loved husband of Betty for 61 years. Loved father and father-in-law of Ben and Meredith, Roger and Debbie, Alison and Richard. Much loved Grandfather of Phoebe, George, Jack, Hannah and Miriam and special friend to Jonty, Hansie and Zoe, Ashley and Melissa. Loved brother of Brian (deceased), Merle, Winston and Peter. Special thanks to the staff at Clutha Views for their loving care. A service for John will be held on Thursday, May 23, 2024, at the Rosebank Lodge, 265 Clyde Street, Balclutha at 2.00pm. The service will be livestreamed, and the link will be on Leishman Funerals Website. Messages to 7 Lincoln Terrace, Balclutha 9230.

Published by Southland Times on May 22, 2024.