Suddenly but peacefully on Saturday November 21, 2015, aged 86 years.

Dearly loved husband of the late Faye. Loved Dad of Neville and Norma, Jeff and Julie, and Kim and Craig Waters (Perth). Treasured Pop of Daniel, Ben, Bryar, Caitlin, Mikayla, Lachlan. Great Pop of Lachie and Mason.

A funeral service for Vernon will be held in the Willetts Funeral Services Chapel, 21 King Street, Whakatane on Tuesday 24th November at 11am. Followed by private cremation.

In lieu of flowers donations would be appreciated to Hospice EBOP, PO Box 275, Whakatane or may be left at the service. Messages to the Bakalich family C/- PO Box 2070, Whakatane.