Aged 72 years.  Lost his courageous battle to myeloma, at Ashburton Hospital with family by his side.  Loved husband of Marg. Supportive Dad and best friend of Allanah, and Hayden and their partners. The greatest Poppy on the planet to Gypsy, Tegan, and Brodie.  Messages to the Wood family, P O Box 472, Ashburton 7740.  In Alex’s memory dress attire jeans and flannel shirt.  A service to celebrate Alex’s life will be held at the Hotel Ashburton, Racecourse Road on Friday July 19, commencing at 1.30pm, followed by private cremation at the Ashburton Crematorium.