Born June 9, 1930 and died September 7, 2025. Loving husband of Dorothy. Loving father and father-in-law of Isabelle and Mark, Michael and Jamie. Eldest child of Edward and Clara Perkins (née Wright). Brother of Laurence (Palmerston North), Bruce (Whanganui) and Adrienne Forth (Australia). The family is deeply grateful to Dr Paul Peterson, and to the wonderful staff at WesleyCare. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Hato Hone St John. The Funeral for Max will take place at the Greek Orthodox Church, 34 Roosevelt Avenue, on Friday, September 19, 11.30am.

Published by The Press on Sep. 13, 2025.