Jim Wilkie of Masterton
(Formerly of Ruatoria)

Wi Morehu (Jim Wilkie) sadly passed away in the early hours of 18/8/2021 at Wellington Hospital. The beloved husband of 65 years to Elizabeth (Beth) Wilkie.

Much loved Father and Father-in-law of Charles and Heather, Warren and Diane. Brother of (late) Pita Pungarehu (Peter) Wilkie, (late) Ben Wilkie and Josie Reedy.

Beloved 'Uncle Jim' to Peter Wilkie (Junior), Gloria and Pare Hakiwai, Richard and Anne Wilkie, Sally and Carl Goldsmith, Waka and Rhona Wilkie, Brenda and Fred Whaanga,

Cousin to Maggie, Chas, Cee, Hone, Alice, Graham and Phillip.

Much loved 'Papa Jim' to Peter Pirihani and Anecia, Ali and Boy, Charles, Sean and Rebecca, Petera, Te Aranga, Kauri and Hana, Natalie, Stephanie and Erana, James, Reihana and Karani, Aaron, Holly, Genaya, Charlie and Mani-Heather. And to all their children; present and future.

Jim was the most loving, caring, kind, humble, gentle and loyal man. His love for Beth spanning 65 years. All of his family and dear friends will remember his cheeky grin, funny comments and ever-present smile.

Your spirit will live on through us all Jim, we will honour your memory and keep you safe in our hearts always.

Moe mai ra
Arohanui Na to Whanau

Born: 30 April 1934 in Waipiro Bay, New Zealand. Died: 18 August 2021 in Wellington Hospital, aged 87.