at Tuarangi Home, Ashburton, aged 84 years.  Dearly loved husband and friend of Helen.  Much loved father and father in law of Andrew and Debbie, Bruce and Tash, and Denise and the late Steve Skinner.  Adored Grandad of James, Luke, and Ella; Jordan, Deon, and Maddison; and Kaya, and Louie. Great-Grandad of Aaliyah, and Bronson.  Special uncle and friend of Fiona Leys.  Messages to the family of Herb Skinner, P O Box 472, Ashburton 7740.  Special thanks to the carers at Tuarangi for their kindness.  At Herb’s request a private cremation has been held.