On Thursday, 17th July 2025, peacefully, at Cardrona Rest Home Putaruru. Dearly loved husband of Loraine (deceased). Beloved father and father-in-law of Colin Dowd and Caren Wilton. Loved step-father of Pauline, Loraine, Christine, and Clifford. Poppa Dowd of 29 grandchildren and great-grandchildren. A farewell for John will be held at the New Zealand Timber Museum, 2331 State Highway 1, Putaruru, at 12 noon on Tuesday 22nd July, followed by interment at the Tirau Cemetery. Our gratitude to Cardrona Rest Home staff for their loving care of John. All communications to John's family, c/- 6 Tamihana Street, Matamata 3400.

Published by Waikato Times on Jul. 19, 2025.