WILKIE, John Sutherland. - Peacefully, after a long and courageous battle, at Chalmers Rest Home, New Plymouth on Thursday 8 August, 2013. Aged 83 years. Very much loved husband of Pam. Loved and respected father of Alex and Janine, Peter, and Rodney; loved stepfather of Carolynn and Derek, Raymond and Chrissie, David and Mary, Julie and Alf. Much loved and treasured by his many grandchildren and great-grandchildren.
In lieu of flowers a donation to the Taranaki Cancer Society may be left at the service. Messages c/- Vospers Funeral Home, 257 Devon Street East, New Plymouth.
Family and friends are invited to attend the service to celebrate John's life at St Luke's Co-operating Church, Mangati Road, Bell Block, on Tuesday 13 August at 1.30pm. Followed by interment at St Luke's Cemetery, Murray Street, Bell Block.

Published by Taranaki Daily News on Aug. 10, 2013.