READ, John Frederick. M.N.Z.M., J.P.,

Former Mayor of the South Wairarapa District Council.

Of Martinborough.

On 13th August 2007 suddenly at his home.

Dearly loved husband of Esther.

Loved father of Victoria and Tim, Martin and Teresa, Caroline, Edwin and Gabrielle; John, Simon and Amy, Caroline, and the late Andrew.

Loved Poppa of William, Beatrice; Micaiah, Johnny; Maxwell; Kadin; and Ella.

Loved brother of Helen and loved uncle of Jane and Megan.

Loved by his companion Pippa the dog

In lieu of flowers a donation to Plunkett (Wairarapa), 24 Worksop Road, Masterton would be appreciated and may be left at the service.

A service for John will be held at St Andrew’s Anglican Church, Dublin Street, Martinborough on Saturday 18th August 2007 at 11.00 a.m. followed by private cremation.

Messages to P.O. Box 123, Martinborough or can be left in John's tribute book below.

Richmond Funeral Home, (Peter & Jenny Giddens) Carterton, FDANZ

Service Information: Date: Time: Location: 18/08/2007 11:00 a.m. St Andrew's Anglican Church Dublin Street Martinborough