Here is John Paterson’s online obituary. Please accept Everhere.com’s sincere condolences.

It is with great sadness that we announce the death of John Paterson of Kew, South Island, who passed away on October 10th 2018, leaving to mourn family and friends. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family. He was loved and cherished by many people including : his spouse, Valmai Jean; his children, Stephen (Ann-Elizabeth), Graeme (Ann), Philip (Kathy), David (Sandra), Murray (Tracey), Keith (Helen), Andrew (Debby); his step-children, Barry, Robyn, Trevor, Ann, Neil, Nicki, Gayleen, Tony, Allan, Sue, Owen, Gordon, Jenny, Kerri, Mandy.

He was also cherished by his 21 grandchildren and 28 great-grandchildren. The family would appreciate donations to St John Ambulance in lieu of flowers. (https://www. stjohn. org. nz/Support-us/donate/feb-appeal-2018/). For the visitation and funeral service information please see event section below.