BILVERSTONE Rev. John:

Passed away unexpectedly on August 4, 2018 whilst on holiday in the UK with his adored wife, Ruth. A treasured and inspirational Dad, Grandad and friend of Rachel and Brian, Erica, Lexie and Sonya Leadley; Helen and Rodney, Ashley and Andrew Tweed; Alison and Deano, Lennox and Georgia Officer. Much loved brother-in-law of John and Elaine Hopkins and family (Palmerston North). Messages to the Bilverstone family, P O Box 472, Ashburton 7740. Donations for the Christchurch Methodist Mission would be appreciated and may be left at the Memorial Service to celebrate John’s life, held at St David’s Union Church on Tuesday August 28, commencing at 1.30pm.