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John BISHOP Obituary

15.4.1942 - 19.12.2024
Sadly John left us suddenly on Thursday night. Dearly beloved husband, Dad, Father-in-law and friend of Margie, Rachel & Russell Kruithof, Louise, Tim & Melissa. Proud, loving and much loved Poppa of Rebecca, Sarah, Hannah, and wee Charlie. Loved son of the late Roy and Rosa (nee Engelberger), and brother to Kathleen & the late Roger Frampton (Hawera), and Raymond & Lisa (Whangarei). Fun Uncle of their families. We thank John for the love, loyalty, and laughter we have all shared. Please join us for a service of thanksgiving and remembrance to be held in the Robert Gibson Chapel, Tauhuri Street, Manaia on Friday 27th December 2024 at 11.00am.
So missed.


Published by Taranaki Daily News on Dec. 21, 2024.

Memories and Condolences
for John BISHOP

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Sue Adamson (nee Fevre)

December 29, 2024

To The Bishop Family
Deepest sympathy to you all Fond memories of John (Mr B)
In Kapuni days
Much Love
The Fevre Family x

Mary and Matt Mulligan

December 27, 2024

To Margaret and family - sorry to learn of John´s passing. May he rest in peace.

Jim Bryant

December 27, 2024

Deepest sympathy for the sad loss of John who i will always remember as a happy caring person always with a joke to tell.My thoughts are with you all on this very sad day .Jimmy

Carol Mack

December 27, 2024

Dear Margie and family, Very saddened to hear of Johns passing. He was the greatest dancing partner memories of the old days at Alton YFC and CGC days a great guy and will be missed Love Carol Mack Okaiawa

Bruce and Margarit Gut

December 26, 2024

Dear Margie and whanau,
We are so sad to hear that
Johnny has died. We will miss him at our Cluster Services. We are thinking of you all and wishing you lots of strength at this sad time.
Arohanui
Margarit and Bruce

Murray and Gaye Gibson and Fsmily

December 25, 2024

To Margie and Family
Our deepest sympathy to you all
Have fond memories of our time in Kapuni with you all

Paul Fowler

December 25, 2024

So sorry to hear the sad lose of John.
Our thoughts and prayers go out to Margret, family and Kathleen and Raymond.

Val Sutherland

December 24, 2024

Dear Margie
We are so sorry to hear this news. Please know you are in our thoughts.
Sincere condolences to you and your family.
Regards
Val and Chum Sutherland

Engelberger Girls

December 24, 2024

Our deepest sympathies and love to the family from the Engelberger girls xx Tania Kalin, Kelly Crawford, Angela Haigh and Hayley Lander

Karen King

December 24, 2024

So sorry to hear the sad loss of John. He was great person he will be sadly missed by everyone. Thinking of you all Graeme & Karen King

Les & Irene Hurley

December 24, 2024

Bishop Family I´m so saddened for your sudden loss of John, I´ll miss all of the chats & cuppa teas we´ve had RIP my friend
Les Hurley

Rose Gwerder

December 23, 2024

To Margie and family so sorry to hear of Johnny passing thinking of you all at such a sad time Memories is all we have now Rosy Gwerder

Pete & Gabi Mulholland

December 23, 2024

Condolences to all family and friends. So sorry for your loss. Johnny was the sweetest man and so funny. Mum, Dad, Pete, and I will miss his cheeky smile and fabulous humor. RIP Johnny, you will leave a massive hole, but oh, the memories and laughter will never be forgotten.

Wendy Voeroes

December 23, 2024

To Marg and family, our deepest condolences to you all. A true gentleman with a cheeky smile. Our thoughts are with you all.
Wendy, Taylor, Daniel and Olivia Voeroes

Ruth Taylor

December 23, 2024

Dear dear Margie, Mum and us girls are very saddened to hear of John's passing, it is always so special when we meet up over the years either in Taranaki or Whanganui. John will be so missed. Love to you and the kids and grandies. I'm sure John and Dad will have a good old chinwag. Take care and see you soon. Sincerest love to you all. Ruth xxx

Heather & Murray Gamlin

December 23, 2024

To Margie, Rachel, Louise, Tim and families. We were deeply saddened to hear of John's passing. We have very fond memories of the many happy times we all spent together.
Our sincere sympathy to you all.
Loving regards,
Heather, Murray, Neisha, Christopher and Melanie

Gail

December 23, 2024

To Margie and Families. Our sincere condolences to you all.Gail and Stewart Fisher

Kevin Cameron

December 23, 2024

To Margie and family, so sorry to hear about John. Our deepest sympathies and love to you all, will miss our catch up´s, sorry we can´t make the funeral but our thoughts and prayers will be with you.
Kevin & Kim Cameron

Yvonne & ike Brown

December 23, 2024

Thinking of you all at this sudden loss of John. Keep those awesome memories close. He will be remembered by his awesome laughter and smile. Love and hugs to all.
Yvonne (Koch) & Ike Brown

Malcolm Harding

December 23, 2024

One of life's characters- a true gentleman. what sad sad news Margie. My sincere condolences to you and yours. Words simply wont come at this time- so hard to believe. Rest In Peace John.

John Steiner

December 22, 2024

Sincere condolences to you all. Fondest memories of the days in Kapuni and the Swiss Club.
John and Christine Steiner

Berwyn Pollard

December 22, 2024

To Margie and family. My thoughts are going back to happy the days at Kapuni......doesnt really seem that long Margie. My sympathy and love to all from Berwyn Pollard

Bernie Black

December 22, 2024

Sincerest sympathies to John's Family, but as you maybe aware the memories shall last for ever and the loss more bearable. John was well known for his humor and pleasant smile, whenever he greeted one. I have known John all my life having met at school sports and occasionally at various farming demos etc.

May he rest easy now. Regards Bernie.

Frances Hurley

December 22, 2024

Our deepest sympathies to you all many memories of days gone by love from Rory and Frances

Bruce and Julia kerr

December 22, 2024

Sorry to hear of John's passing

Diane Jellyman

December 21, 2024

To Margie and Family. Sorry to hear of John's sudden passing. Please accept our condolences.
Diane and Jock Jellyman , Oamaru

Mary Elliott (MacBeth)

December 21, 2024

So sudden only talking to him last week. Always cheeky. Well remember holidays at Kakaramea when growing up

Gillian Bird (Manaia)

December 21, 2024

Dear Margie&family so very sorry to read of Johns sudden passing.Deepest sympathy to you all.Thinking of you at this sad time.

Lynette Maunder (Cameron)

December 21, 2024

I am so sorry for your loss Mrs B. Our love and deep condolences to you and your family. Lots of lovely memories from our Kakaramea times. Rest in peace Mr B xx

Linley

December 21, 2024

Deepest condolences from the Whittaker family

Lynette Gillbanks

December 21, 2024

Condolences to the Bishop Family at this very sad time .
Thinking of you all

Rona & Bill Butler Newplymouth

December 21, 2024

To Margie and family deepest sympathy to all in your sad loss of John. Had great memories of the Bishop family when our dad lived next door. Can remember buying my first pony from John's dad. Had a lot of fun times with John over the years at bowls in Manaia.Thinking of you all at this sad time

Paul and Heidy Cleary

December 21, 2024

So very sad to read this news Margie! Our deepest sympathy for you all. Johnny was such fun at Swiss Club with his twinkling eyes and forever smile! Thinking of you especially at Christmas. Paul and Heidy Cleary

Julie Budd

December 21, 2024

Sorry to hear of Mr Bishops passing.
Thinking of you all at this sad time.
Ian Budd sends his condolences to you.
Rest in peace xx

janine kelly

December 21, 2024

To Mrs Bishop, Rachel, Louise, Tim and families, We were saddened to hear of the passing of Mr B. Mr Bishop has been a part of our lives for as long as we can remember. As kids at Kapuni we spent a lot of time next door, always welcomed with a big smile from Mr Bishop. Glen remembers MrB taking him to speedway in Big Bird. Stay strong. Love from Jacqui, Janine and Glen

December 24, 2024

Members of the Taranaki Swiss Club offer their deepest sympathy to Margie, Rachel, Louise, Tim and families following the unexpected passing of our loyal, dedicated and well-respected club member, Johnny. His commitment as a committee member for over 50 years, meticulously mowing our extensive grounds for many years, participating in the Singing Group (as a hummer!) and his absolute devotion to our club were outstanding! Club members please wear your costumes for a guard of honour.

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