John KELLY Obituary

Passed away at Nelson Tasman Hospice with Sally at his side on Monday, April 7, 2025; aged 69 years. Loved husband of Sally and loved Kel to Sally's children, Lauren, Brendan, and Ashleigh. Loved Grandad Kel of Bastion, and Ben. Loved brother of Sharyn Clarke, and Jude Kelly. Father of Danielle, and Andre. A southern man through and through, time to spread your wings and fly again – fly free. A service to celebrate John's life will be held in his shed, 1 Red Stag Lane, Redwood Valley, at 2.00pm on Tuesday, April 15, followed by private cremation. Messages can made online at www.shoneandshirley.co.nz/tributes where you can view John's service or be sent to 1 Red Stag Lane, Redwood Valley RD1 Richmond 7081. In lieu of flowers, donations to the Nelson Tasman Hospice would be appreciated and can be made at the service or online at https://www.nelsonhospice.org.nz/support-hospice/donate-funds/