Passed away peacefully at Te Nikau Grey Hospital with loving family by his side on December 21, 2023, aged 93. Dearly loved husband of the late Merle, deeply loved dad and father-in-law of Julie & Jonathan Fairhurst, and the late Nigel, cherished Grandad of Felicity & Malcolm, and Chelsea & Josh, Great Grandad Billy Bob of Deklan, Kayden, Paige; Asher, Veda and Vann, a loved member of the Stewart and Algar families, a loved uncle, cousin and a friend of many. Messages to 430 State Highway 6, Coal Creek, Greymouth 7802. In accordance with his wishes Bill has been laid to rest with his late wife Merle in the Kumara Cemetery at a private graveside service.

Published by The Press on Dec. 27, 2023.