THORLEY. Gavin Howard

(11.6.47- 3.7.22) aged 75.  Son of Frank and Edna Thorley.

Gavin passed away peacefully at home surrounded by the love of family and friends.

Adored husband of Heather, father and father-in-law of Clare and Brent, Raymond and Emmy, Juliet and Peter.

Fabulous “PA” to his grandchildren Lucas, Kurt, Tuili, Ryan (deceased), Jennifer, Aidan, and step grandchildren Velora, Joel and Jackson. Good friend to Darren, Erin and Oliver.

A Celebration of Gavin’s life will be held at Cedarwood, 17 Parata Street, Waikanae on Saturday 9 July at 1.30pm.

The service will be live streamed, and also available after the service, so we ask that anyone who is unwell does not attend. For the link to the service please contact info@wfhome.co.nz. In lieu of flowers, donations would be appreciated and can be left at the service. These will be shared between Wellington Free Ambulance, Mary Potter Hospice and Kapiti Special Olympics.

Gavin asked that we thank family, friends, and medical professionals who have provided so much support. Messages to the Thorley family C/- PO Box 300 Waikanae 5250.