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1939
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2020
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John GHENT Obituary
GHENT, John Charles Dalzell (Johnny):
2 July 1939 –
15 December 2020
Dearly beloved and cherished husband of the late Betty for 57 years. Adored and loved father of Katrina (Kate) and Rebecca (Bex), and respected father-in-law of Paul Third and Steve Johnson. Treasured grandfather of Nick, Caleb and Jayden. Loved "big cousin" of the Morris clan and a much loved brother-in-law and uncle to all his nieces and nephews. Over 40 years involvement with karate and was a much admired and respected karateka. Sensei John was made a Life Member of Okinawan GoJu-RYU Karate-Do Federation and achieved his Shodan (black belt) in three styles Kyokushin, Goju-Ryu and Goju-Kai. He represented New Zealand in world karate tournaments in the 1980s/1990s.
Hana wa sakuragi, hito wa bushi - among blossoms the cherry blossom, among men the Samurai.
Following Johnny's wishes a private cremation has taken place and the family will have two celebrations of Johnny's life mid-January in Cambridge and in Wellington (TBA). Messages for the family can be sent to 1 Norglen Lane, Riverhead, Auckland 0820.
2 July 1939 –
15 December 2020
Dearly beloved and cherished husband of the late Betty for 57 years. Adored and loved father of Katrina (Kate) and Rebecca (Bex), and respected father-in-law of Paul Third and Steve Johnson. Treasured grandfather of Nick, Caleb and Jayden. Loved "big cousin" of the Morris clan and a much loved brother-in-law and uncle to all his nieces and nephews. Over 40 years involvement with karate and was a much admired and respected karateka. Sensei John was made a Life Member of Okinawan GoJu-RYU Karate-Do Federation and achieved his Shodan (black belt) in three styles Kyokushin, Goju-Ryu and Goju-Kai. He represented New Zealand in world karate tournaments in the 1980s/1990s.
Hana wa sakuragi, hito wa bushi - among blossoms the cherry blossom, among men the Samurai.
Following Johnny's wishes a private cremation has taken place and the family will have two celebrations of Johnny's life mid-January in Cambridge and in Wellington (TBA). Messages for the family can be sent to 1 Norglen Lane, Riverhead, Auckland 0820.
Published by Waikato Times on Dec. 18, 2020.
Memories and Condolences
for John GHENT
3 Entries
Lisa
December 18, 2020
Lots of love to all the family and friends in John’s life, particularly Bex and Kate. Losing both parents is so hard. They have each other now ❤
Julie Homan
December 18, 2020
Arohanui to you all on the loss of a much loved and admired family member. I never met John but, from what I have read about him, I know that I would have liked him a lot.My thoughts are with you.
December 18, 2020
A great shock to have learned of the passing of our lovely 'chatty' client John Ghent. We will miss your visits and your sense of humour. May you rest in peace. Our sincere condolences to the family in this sad time. From the staff of Wolfe Hearing Cambridge.
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