Passedaway surrounded by family on 2 July 2024 after a brave battle. Dearly loved husband and soul mate of Glenda and the late Helen. Cherished father and father-in-law of Kyla and Noel, Jodie and Scott, Erin and Doug, Deryl and Mario. Much loved grandad to his twelve grandchildren. Treasured brother of Dorothy, Margaret, Tess and Alex (deceased). A service to celebrate Alan’s life will be held at Hope Family Funerals, 2A Loop Road, Te Puna, Tauranga at 11am Monday 8 July. To visit the service via livestream, please visit hopefunerals.co.nz. In lieu of flowers, donations to QEII National Trust are welcomed. Messages may be sent to the Sutherland family, c/- Hope Family Funerals, 2A Loop Road, RD 6, Tauranga 3176.