Peacefully at Waikato Hospital, on Tuesday 18th August 2025. Aged 89 years. Dearly loved husband of Carole. Loved father of Gail, Nolan, Lynn and Earle. Cherished Granddad, Great-Granddad to all his grandchildren and great-grandchildren. A celebration of Gilbert's life will be held in St Aidan's Presbyterian Church, Overdale St, Putaruru, at 11.00am, on Saturday 23 August, followed by a private cremation. All communications c/- the Hawkes family to 6 Tamihana St, Matamata.

Published by Waikato Times on Aug. 21, 2025.