At the Golden Bay Community Hospital on February 17, 2026. Aged 87 years. Loved husband of the late Margaret. Loved companion of Eileen. Loved father and fatther-in-law of Bevan and Ange, Steve and Marie. Loved Grandad of Casey and Jenna and his 4 Great-grandchildren. Loved brother and brother-in-law of Pauline and Allan Jones (Timaru), Roger and Gayle Bennett (Takaka), David Bennett (deceased), Joyce and Trevor Johnson (Ashburton), Ethel and Geoff Lester (both deceased), Glenys and Paddy (deceased), Jonathon (Invercargill). A service for Tom has been held.

Published by Nelson Mail on Feb. 24, 2026.