Passed away in his sleep, with his family by his side, aged 81 years.  Dearly loved husband of the late Glenys.  Much loved father and father in law of Trevor and Sylvia, Russell, Vanessa, and Colin, and a loved grandfather and great-grandfather of all his grandchildren.  Messages to the Ballantyne family P O Box 472, Ashburton 7740.  At John’s request a private cremation has been held.