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John HOARE Obituary

On Thursday, 7th December 2023, aged 87 years. Much loved husband and soulmate of Dawn. Father and father-in-law of Warren and Anne, Pamela and Stephen and Jennene and Brendan. Loved grandfather of Richard, Nicholas, Sarah-Kate, Matthew, Todd, Olivia, Bridget and Benjamin, their partners, and his six great-grandchildren. The Service for John will be held at The Salvation Army, Johnsonville, on Thursday, 14 December 2023 at NOON, followed by a private cremation.


Published by The Post on Dec. 12, 2023.

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Stev Hammond

October 8, 2024

I have just seen.johns obituary but would like to say a few words
I got to know John when I came to Onslow College to work as a groundsman and he was in charge of grounds
He was very helpful to me and of course my go to man
John those car ramps you made for.me are still in use
My condolences to your family and I am sure their faith would have helped them through that sad time
RIP John

David Howan

December 14, 2023

Our condolences to Dawn and the extended family.I have very happy memories of John as we played inthe Salvation Armies Senior Band together for some years .John was a very Capable Euphonium Player and extremely good Vocalist.We attended many Brass Band Contests together with Stewart Stein,the three of us sitting near the front inthe middle not wanting to miss anything.The compere called us the three wise men!!!!!We used to have great phone calls to each other always newsy and informative.John I am going to miss you heaps but I know you are so better off no pain and enjoying your Heavenly Reward.. David,,Rene and Wayne Howan.

Colleen & Neil Primrose

December 13, 2023

Condolences Dawn and your family. Sad to hear of John´s passing but know he is "promoted to glory". Lots of memories from Palmy days - especially the singing of you both individually and duets - just beautiful. Much love and God´s blessings from Colleen & Neil

Ron Law

December 13, 2023

Sorry to hear of John's passing, great memories from him singing I am the Sergeant at The Door with his wonder voice, great Eupho player in the P N S S band. Dawn do you remember those nights when the young marrieds? not man y of us left now.
God Bless you Jacqui and Ron Law

James (Jim) & Marilyn McMILLAN

December 12, 2023

To Dawn & family. We are saddened to learn of John's passing after such a long friendship over many years. May God's peace and understanding be with you all at this time. "You are receiving the end result of your faith, the salvation of your soul." (1 Peter 1: V 9)

Maurice and Alison Robertson

December 12, 2023

Our love to Dawn and the family at this sad time. We reflect on our friendship as National Songsters, including travel in NZ and overseas. Then the fun for several years, attending the NZ Brass Band championships. Great times!

Ruth Carson

December 12, 2023

Condolences and love to you Dawn and family on your sad loss of John.

Peter Cranson

December 12, 2023

It is sad to hear of John's passing. I grew up in Palmerston North and remember The times with the P.N.S.A band , sports teams, and our family Holidays together. Our sympathy to Dawn and the Hoare Family. Peter and Barbara Cranson.

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