Alan WHITESIDE Obituary
WHITESIDE, Alan Thomas - Passed away May 14, 2013 at Nelson Hospital, surrounded by family; aged 73. Born Westport April 12, 1940. Beloved husband and soulmate of Jan. A truly wonderful father and father-in-law of Trina and Glen, Mark and Bek, Aaron and Aimee. Much loved grandad and Poppa of Bianca, Renee, Sophie, Brianna, Drew, Bryn and Gus. Will be missed by his 'best canine friend' Jackson. Dearly loved son of Stanley and Nettie Whiteside (deceased). So very much loved brother and brother-in-law of Heather (deceased), Kevern and Aileen, Edwin and Judy, Janet and Julian. Also a much loved uncle to his nieces and nephews in New Zealand and abroad. A loyal and good friend to many. A Service to celebrate Alan's life will be held at the Tahunanui Convention Centre, 70 Beach Road, Tahunanui, on Saturday afternoon May 18, at 1.00 p.m. Entry via the Tahunanui Beach Holiday Park.
Published by The Press on May 17, 2013.