John TAYLOR Obituary

14.6.1933 - 9.10.2025

Our 'Kauri has fallen', peacefully passed, aged 92 years. Dearly loved husband of Helen, loved father and father-in-law of Sue and Lisa, Doug and Anne, Max and Jan, Chook and Sandy. Treasured grandfather of Evie, and Enya; Bree, and Jack; Morgs, Wills, Ben, and Maddie, great-grandfather of Billie. Loved brother of Judith, and the late Geoff. Loved uncle of all his nieces and nephews. The family would like to acknowledge the care and support that Bupa Ballarat staff gave to John in the latter part of his life. John has left a legacy of love, compassion, leadership, determination and wisdom, not only to our family but to the communities and organisations he was involved with throughout his life. He will be dearly missed but not forgotten. Messages may be addressed to: The family of the late John Taylor, c/- PO Box 39001, Christchurch 8545. A private cremation will be held and a celebration of John's life will be held at a later date.