John WYLIE Obituary

Am very sorry to learn of John´s passing

The encouragement and support all of the rowing community received from Ted Pat Gerry John James and their team in the Canterbury region was world class for those of us fortunate enough to know them

We are all extremely grateful to John for his vision energy and hard work to close many successful projects

Condolences to Julie and family

A very special man

Please accept my sincere condolences on th passing of John. I feel privileged to have met and known John through membership of the Avon Rowing Club, John always displayed leadership skills and a dedication to the sport of Rowing. He will be remembered by those who knew him
Rob Shand

I have very fond memories of John through South Island Rowing. I was fully involved with him in obtaining finance, completing the engineering work and associated approvals, and Project Managing the implementation of the Sewage scheme. I enjoyed working with him and I miss his presence.

I will always be thankful to John for the support he gave to the first NZ selected women's rowing team in 1974, when we were training from the Avon Rowing Club. He gave me a job polishing new cars and taking them for new Warrants of Fitness. John was a tireless, enthusiastic worker for our sport, on so many levels.

Condolences Julie to you and your family I worked for John at Hutchinson motors Syd When I got married and John drove my wedding car (you came in it also)how as a surprise dad had a horse and cart for me , Murray and John also were awarded Canterbury Sports awards the same night ,(Murray has passed) John was one of life's true gentleman,RIP John love and hugs to you Julie and your family x Nell

Dear Julie
Very sorry to hear of the passing of John.
Jane and I had the privilege of being in the 1976 NZ Colts Rowing Team which trained in Christchurch, of which John was the Manager. In the early days of our relationship he would provide cars for me to deliver from Christchurch to Dunedin where Jane was based. He was such a thoughtful, generous man. Over the years we became firm friends through our shared love of rowing and I always admired his great optimism, enthusiasm and ability to get things done! He was a wonderful servant of the sport and will be greatly missed.
Wishing you and the family all the very best.
Mike and Jane Stanley

We are so sorry for your loss Julie and whanau. John was so dearly loved by you all. We hold you in our thoughts and prayers without love Sonja and Andy Carpenter

Dear John, you were there when I first arrived at Avon Rowing Club and you be-friended me like a wonderful soldier. Have appreciated knowing you for over 60 years and will never forget the great enthusiasm you had for the sport. Never did you fail to come up with answers when the problem was tough. Great life and great friendship over the years.

May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.
From Barrie & Graeme Hill