Passed away on Sunday 21st August aged 76.

After a battle with cancer Denis passed away at Acacia Park with family by his side.

Loving Husband to Liz, and Dad to Claire and Emma. Supportive Father-in-law to David. Cherished Poppy of Briarley, Kirsty and Jenson.

A celebration of his life will be held at the Pyes Pa chapel on Tuesday 30TH August at 2:00pm.

In lieu of flowers the family asks that you donate to the Waipuna Hospice. Condolence cards may be sent to the Shumacker family c/- Hope Family Funerals, 4 Keenan Road, RD 3, Tauranga 3173.