Passed away 16 December 2024 suddenly after a brave battle with cancer. Loved husband of Irene for 61 years and adored Dad of Jan, Jo, Phil and Tracey. Super Grandad to Emily, Joshua, Lily, Jessica, Ella, Bree, Gaige, Hugo, Sara and Eliana and blessed Great-Grandad to Harriet, Sebastian, Charlie, Isla and Liliana.
A service to celebrate John’s life will be held at Legacy Papamoa, 53 Te Okuroa Drive, Papamoa on Saturday 21 December at 11am.
In lieu of flowers please consider a donation to Waipuna Hospice, who in John’s own words “they felt like family”. They have been an amazing source of support and knowledge for the entire family, https://waipunahospice.org.nz/donate/
Livestream available at https://www.legacyfunerals.co.nz/funerals
All messages to the Oakley Family, C/- P.O. Box 3136, Tauranga 3142.