Passed away peacefully at Elmswood  Hospital, Christchurch, surrounded by his loving family.  Aged 92 years.  Dearly loved husband of the late Paula.  Loved Dad of Elizabeth, the late Antoinette, and Steve, Neil and Annette, Marietta and Benjamin, Paulus and Liz, the Anne, and the late Keith.  Much loved Opa of all his grandchildren, great grandchildren, and great great grandchildren.  Messages to the van der Pennen family, c/- P O Box 472, Ashburton 7740.  A private family service has been held.