peacefully at home, Ashburton, aged 74 years.  Dearly loved husband of Margaret. Much loved father and father in law of Paula, Patrick and Donna, and Anna, and beloved Grandad of Mac, Jonty, Leah, and Ted. A much loved brother, brother in law and Uncle.  Messages to the Rooney family, P O Box 472, Ashburton 7740.  A Requiem Mass to celebrate John’s life will be held at the Church of the Holy Name, Sealy Street, Ashburton, on Friday December 9th commencing at 11.00am, followed by private cremation at the Ashburton Crematorium.  Recitation of the Rosary will be held at the Church on Thursday December 8, at 5.00pm.