Passed away peacefully on Tuesday 19 September 2023 at Wellington Hospital, with his brother at his bedside. Beloved husband of Ann for 50 years. Loved eldest son of Ben and Jean Brooking (both deceased) and brother of Max and brother-in-law of Robyn. Cherished uncle of Jason, Glen, Heidi and Natalie, great-uncle of Janaya, Quaelin and Kaewa, great-great-uncle of Liam, Noah and Isabella. Companion and special brother-in-law of Marilyn. John was a true gentleman and loved by all. A service for John will be held at The Ninness Funeral Home Chapel, 17 Kenepuru Drive, Porirua on Thursday 28 September 2023, commencing at 1.00pm. Followed by private cremation. The service will be livestreamed and please email
[email protected] for link details. In lieu of flowers donations to the Cancer Society would be appreciated and can be made online at
www.cancer.org.nz/donate-now/ Messages may be left for John online at
www.tributes.co.nz
Published by The Post on Sep. 23, 2023.