John COOTE Obituary

In his role as Inspector of Firearms at Police National HQ John was extremely supportive and helpful in guiding the path of the New Zealand Pistol Association in a way that has seen the association grow into a dynamic and exciting sport. I was the Administration Officer at the time and John was always available to give advice and I personally credit him with opening the doors for our sport for which I was always very appreciative. So sorry to hear of John's passing so long after the event and my sincere condolences to his family.

I'm really sorry to hear that he past away. I only met him a few time but I always was impressed about his knowledge and and his friendliness.

Sorry to hear that John has past away. My sincerest condolences to Stephanie and the family.

Ivan Morrison
Ex Officer in Charge Rimutaha Forest Park and Welllington Mountain Saftey Committee

John added common sense and normality in his bushcraft role with MSC. He was a pleasure to work with in my capacity of Admin Officer for Southland Branch.

I will always remember John for his great organising skills and ability to bring people together for the common good.

Sorry to hear of Johns passing. We enjoyed his knowledge of St Arnaud and the back country. Never a dull trip transporting him from a track end.
Peter and Trish Kemp

Dear Stephanie and family.
Saddened to hear of John's passing and want to send condolences to you filled with love and good energy to help you get through the loss of John. Thinking of you at this time of grief. Regards Karen and Alan Slack.

Sending love to you Stephanie and family. We are sad to hear of his passing. It was a real treat to have worked alongside John at MSC. Lots of laughs and good times with the MSC family. Arohanui Heather, Tama and Harry

Sorry to hear of your loss Stephanie & family. I was talking to John in town earlier this year. Peter past owner of Page & Blackmore.

My thoughts are with you all .Remember all those treasured times you had with John .He is now with Ken and guess tramping and Search and Rescue of their Wellington day's Will talked about to the full.

Regards Yvonne Rigby . Picton.

It is with great sadness that I learn of John's passing. He and I were colleagues with MSC and had many hours of fun together and achieved much for the safety of outdoor recreation. His passing is well before his time and my deepest condolences to Stephanie and the family. Rest in peace John and I will walk with you again amongst the mists of time.

Dam shame.
As an MSC instructor and later in his retirement I hugely appreciated his enthusiasm, thoughts and wisdom.
Always good for a yarn and a cuppa.
The sounds of bellbird and cicadas on St Arnaud summer evening have lost a great fan.

We send our love and sympathy to Stephanie,Anna and their families. You are in our thoughts and prayers. Ted and Mary Krammer.

Left too soon. A true kiwi outdoorsman with a wealth of knowledge. Will miss the yarns about the old days. I'm sure his values he lived by will continue through his three outstanding children and loving wife Stephanie. Thinking of you all at this time. Looking forward to saluting you John with some MKVII given to me by Uncle Robin.
Love from Jonathan, Karina, Hannah and Zach Coote.

Our love, thoughts and prayers are with you all at this time. God bless xx

Was glad I had been talking to John recently, thinking of you all, and Isobel, Iknow what it is like to lose family, as I lost my sister Pamela whom you will remember end of last year...

Please note: The Memorial Service will be held at 1pm not 11am on Wednesday 27th. Thank-you.

Thinking of you all and sending sympathy and love from our family to yours.