John passed away peacefully at home, surrounded by his family, after a short battle with Leukaemia, aged 73 years. Dearly loved husband and best friend of Brenda, much loved father and father in law of Mark and Hannah, Ryan, and Simon and Daria.  Loved special Grandad to Ben and Ella, and Riley and Emilie.  The family would like to thank all of the staff of Ward 6B Waipapa, and the District nursing team for the wonderful care they provided.  Messages to the Fechney family P O Box 472, Ashburton 7740.  A service for John will be held at the Ashburton MSA, Havelock Street, on Wednesday May 4^th, commencing at 2.00pm, followed by interment at the Seafield Lawn Cemetery, Seafield Road, Ashburton