in Methven, surrounded by his family, aged 88 years. Dearly loved husband of Joy and the late Joan. Cherished and loved father and father-in-law of Wendy & Robbie Risdon, (the late) Paul and Helen, Linda & Tim Robinson, Ian & Nicola and Ruth & Chris Hutchinson. Proud grandfather to Sarah, Thomas & Chris; Matthew, Daniel, Luke, Joseph, Heidi, Caleb, Joshua & James; James, Jeremy & Rebecca; Emily, Henry & Charlotte; Kate & Emma; & spouses/partners and precious great grandfather of 12. Messages to the Tarbotton Family, P.O. Box 472, Ashburton. Due to Covid restrictions, a private funeral will be held. For those wishing to view service online go to www.patersonsfuneralservices.co.nz Funeral Notices, and click on Lester’s notice for the link.