Of Pahiatua, on Thursday 25 July, 2024, unexpectedly at Palmerston North Hospital, surrounded by his loving family, aged 60 years. Dearly loved fiancé to Sue, Treasured Dad to Mel and Ash. Adored Grandad to Holly, Mac, Ellie, and Ruby. Loved son of Aileen and the late Wally. Loved brother and brother-in-law to Deb and Laurence Smits, Viv and Dale Murfitt, and Leanne and Glenn Cooper. Michael will be sadly missed by their extended families. Messages to S. Phipps c/- PO Box 23, Pahiatua. A service to celebrate Michael's life will be held in the Pahiatua Town Hall, Kiwi Street, Pahiatua on Wednesday 31 July 2024 at 12:30pm. Private cremation thereafter. A livestream will be available.

Published by The Post on Jul. 30, 2024.