Cherished husband of the late Beryl.  Dearly loved father and father-in-law of Robyn and Robert Vallom (Auckland), Maureen and John Bennett (Bribie Island, Australia), and Lynda Banks (Wellington), and the late David, Richard, and Phillip.  Loved Grandpa of Ben, Hamish, Abagail and Cordelia, and great Grandpa of Callum and David.  A special thank you to the staff of Rosebank Resthome for their loving care of Dad and their support to Lynda and Robyn.  Messages to the Banks Family, C/- PO Box 472, Ashburton 7740.  A private family service to celebrate Dad’s life has been held.