Passed away peacefully in Tauranga Hospital, May 13 2024, aged 83. Dearly loved husband and soulmate of late Ruth, they were married for 53 wonderful years. Loving father and father-in-law of Murray and Kylie, Michael and Carol. Legendary and adored Grandad to Matthew, Melanie, Cassie and Marco. Brother to Rex Ward and the late Nolan and Beverly. Now at peace. A service to celebrate Dick’s life will be held at 2pm on Tuesday May 21 at Hope Family Funerals, 2A Loop Road, Te Puna. Limited parking, car pooling encouraged. To access the live stream of the service please visit the Hope Family Funerals website. In lieu of flowers, donations to St Johns would be welcome and may be left at the service. Our thanks to friends and family who have offered considerable support and love for Dick. We greatly appreciate the professional services from the staff of Enliven, St John Ambulance and Tauranga Hospital.