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Thinking of you today on your birthday with fond memories and love. - Allan
Sent on the 13th November, 2024
Remembering your birthday, 87 years ago. Always lots of love. - Allan
Sent on the 13th November, 2023
Happy Birthday Dad. Lots of love - Allan
Sent on the 13th November, 2022
Remembering 65 years of wonderful times with you. Thank you so much for all your love and care. Always remembered with much love ❤️ - Alison
Sent on the 31st August, 2022
Happy 85th birthday for yesterday! I have been talking to Graeme and Sophie today and we were remembering all your engineering skills. A very gifted man with lots of love for all his family. Love you forever. xxxxx Alison - Alison
Sent on the 14th November, 2021
Happy 85th Birthday. Remembering you with lots of love. - Allan
Sent on the 13th November, 2021
Nine years has now passed without you and yesterday we once again were reminded of that day you went to heaven. We visited the cemetery and put some new flowers on your headstone - they were daisies, your favourite. Miss and love you forever xxx - Delwyn
Sent on the 26th April, 2021
It was a toss up between the version from Marilyn Monro or your youngest daughter.. Guess which I chose.
Da da dirday do daddy
Da da dirday do daddy
Da da dirday do daddy, daddy, daddy......(long pause)
Da da dirday do daddy.
With lots of love. - Allan
Sent on the 13th November, 2020
It’s your 84th birthday tomorrow. Special thoughts. Am so appreciative of the wonderful husband and father you were. I will never forget you darling and look forward to meeting you again. Much love xxxxxxx - Alison
Sent on the 12th November, 2020
Happy Father's Day Dad. Thinking of you today and remembering the great Dad you were to us. Love and miss you always xxx - Delwyn
Sent on the 6th September, 2020
Thinking of you today on Fathers Day with fond memories and lots of love. - Allan
Sent on the 6th September, 2020
63 years ago today we were married. What an amazing marriage we had together - bringing up our 6 children, Thank you for being the best husband and father ever. Love you and miss you so much. Fondest love xxxxx - Alison.
Sent on the 31st August, 2020
Eight years have gone by and you are still very much part of our memories. We miss you so much. Love you lots xxxxx - Delwyn
Sent on the 25th April, 2020
I would love to have you here to experience lockdown with me. But then you are in a much better place. So looking forward to seeing you again. All my love. Xxxxxxxx - Alison
Sent on the 25th April, 2020
Never forgotten... lots of love to you Dad. - Allan
Sent on the 25th April, 2020
Happy Birthday my darling. You are 83 today. A few days ago Lavinia and I went out to the cemetery and took some new flowers. The whole place looked beautiful. The roses were gorgeous and the perfume amazing. It is so well kept. Special thanks for all the happy memories we enjoyed together. Much love xxxxx - Alison
Sent on the 13th November, 2019
Thought of you first thing this morning when I saw the date and realised it's your birthday. Thank you for good memories, for being a great Dad. - Allan
Sent on the 13th November, 2019
Thinking of you today Dad - seven years gone and we still miss you so much. It's a busy time here as we get ready for Becky's wedding in two days. You would have been very proud of her and you would have loved Rory, the lovely man she is marrying. I'm sorry he never got to meet you and that you won't be here to celebrate with us. It will be a nice time to catch up with the family again. Love and miss you lots xxx - Delwyn
Sent on the 25th April, 2019
Many people will be remembering their loved ones today in memorial services. I will be remembering the love of my life in a different way as we prepare for Becky’s wedding. It would have been such an added joy to have you here. However I will come to you. Looking forward to seeing you and departed loved ones again. Love you xxxxxxxx - Alison
Sent on the 25th April, 2019
Happy Birthday Dad... So grateful you made it into this world, married a wonderful woman and gave me the chance to be part of our loving family. Lots of love... - Allan
Sent on the 13th November, 2018
Remembering you today on your birthday. Not that I need a special day to remember you.you are constantly in my thoughts and conversation. I love you so much. xxxxx - Alison
Sent on the 13th November, 2018
Thoughts are with you today, Dad as they are many times through the year. With lots of love. - Allan
Sent on the 2nd September, 2018
We often think of you dad. I often remember your cheeky humour. I loved the way you used to love my"on the edge" humour. Its one of the things we had in common. Delwyn misses you too as do our kids. You left us with wonderful memories to cherish... - Terry Koumakis
Sent on the 27th May, 2018
Remembering you specially today my dearest, my soul mate. Six years have passed since that very eventful day when you passed into God's presence. You are still sadly missed. I tell folk about all the things you built for this village. Till we meet again. xxxxxxxx - Alison
Sent on the 25th April, 2018
Another Christmas has passed and we are into a new year. I wonder what it will bring. Our thoughts and prayers are constantly with Graeme and family as he battles cancer. Families are growing up. You would be very proud of them. I am very thankful we moved into this village. The population changes but there is a stability here. I would love to show you around. I miss you so much. Fondest love - Alison
Sent on the 12th January, 2018
Lots of love wrapped up in fond memories and much respect... Happy Birthday Dad - Allan
Sent on the 13th November, 2017
You would have been 81 today. Wendy and I remembered your birthday by going out to the Cemetry and taking some lovely bright flowers for you. The whole area looked fantastic with roses of all colours blooming profusely. Still miss you so much. Looking forward to meeting you again widen the Lord takes me home. Much love my darling.. Xxxxxxx - Alison
Sent on the 13th November, 2017
Happy Father's Day Dad. You are still very much missed and a day like this doesn't go by without many thoughts of you. Love you lots xxxx - Delwyn
Sent on the 3rd September, 2017
Thinking of you on Fathers Day. Love as always. - Allan
Sent on the 3rd September, 2017
My Darling you will be so thrilled to know that I have had Ruth staying with me the last three days. She is lovely and so easy to talk to. You always believed that she would get in touch with the family one day and always included her with our grandchildren. You believed when I wavered. I wish she could have met you. Perhaps she will one day. Thank you for being such a wonderful husband. Love you so much xxxxxxx - Alison
Sent on the 5th May, 2017
Five years have now passed since we sat around your bed at the Waipuna Hospice and said our final goodbyes. It still brings tears to my eyes to think about it, and I don't think the memory and sadness of that day will ever fade. We visited the cemetery today and put some nice new yellow flowers on your headstone - you always did like yellow! You are and will always be missed . Love you lots xxx - Delwyn
Sent on the 25th April, 2017
Five years now since you passed away from us. You'll have been interested in all the comings and goings as the kids are starting to find their own ways in the world. Has made me think of the time I left home and how you and mum let me go and experience new things, but even then I always knew that you and mum would be there for me when I needed. I hope my own children will feel the same as they venture away from home. Thank you. With lots of love. - Allan
Sent on the 25th April, 2017
Sunday was a special day as we celebrated your 80th birthday. It would have been wonderful to have had all the family meeting together in a hall and you as guest of honour at the head table. But sadly it wasn't to be. Instead Delwyn, Christy and I went to the Cemetry where the roses were blooming and looking gorgeous. We remembered you there and the huge impact you have had on all our lives. You were such a special husband and father and we all loved you so dearly and are so grateful to the Lord that you were in our lives. You will never be forgotten. Love you so much. xxxxxxx - Alison
Sent on the 16th November, 2016
On Sunday you would have turned 80 and I'm sure we would have been having a big party! Instead Mum, Christy and I visited the cemetery and put some nice bright yellow flowers on your headstone. It was beautiful at the cemetery because all the roses were out, must have been especially for you and celebrating your special day! We are missing you so much - not having you here has left a huge gap in our lives. Love you always xxx - Delwyn
Sent on the 16th November, 2016
Happy Birthday Dad... Wish you were here to celebrate your 80th. With love. - Allan
Sent on the 13th November, 2016
Fond thoughts of you yesterday as we celebrated Father's Day. Wish you were still here, but knowing you are in a far better place. Love you lots xxx - Delwyn
Sent on the 5th September, 2016
Lavinia took me out to the Cemetry yesterday. She had some pretty flowers for Roy. The purple/lavender ones Wendy had arranged in April were still looking lovely. The weather was beautiful and a tui was singing loudly. Very peaceful. We talked at length about our wonderful husbands.You are missed so much. You would have been very proud of Becky on Saturday night as we celebrated her 21st. I know how much you loved our family and we all miss you so much. Am so grateful that I have the confidence we will meet again. Much love xxxxxxxx - Alison
Sent on the 1st September, 2016
Wendy, John, Alissa and I went to the cemetery yesterday. We took some very pretty purple/lavender flowers which Wendy arranged beautifully. It's a very quiet and peaceful place. Wendy brought around a special book she has made up of photos over the years. Very happy days- birthdays anniversaries etc. And then at the end those difficult months before you went home to be with the Lord. I do miss you so much. Thankyou so much for being the loving most wonderful husband and father. We will meet again one day. All my love. Xxxxxooo - Alison
Sent on the 26th April, 2016
At the moment we are in Hawaii and went for a walk up Diamond Head. We took a poppy with us up to the top in memory of you. We still think of you often, and over here today was no exemption. The poppy and ANZAC Day will always have an extra special significance for us - the day you went to heaven. Can't wait to see you up there one day. Missing you still. Love you lots xxxxx - Delwyn
Sent on the 25th April, 2016
Remembering the sad day you passed away 4 years ago but also the wonderful moments we shared up to that time. - Allan
Sent on the 25th April, 2016
Happy birthday Dad. We visited the cemetery today and the roses looked spectacular - a beautiful display to celebrate your special day. I miss not having you here to have a birthday dinner, or cake, or making you marmalade - all the special memories of past birthdays. You will always be in my heart. Love you lots xxxxx - Delwyn
Sent on the 13th November, 2015
Happy Birthday Dad... such an important day in all our lives when you were born. Your parents would be so proud of what you and our family have achieved. Missing you. Lots of love. - Allan, Christine and family
Sent on the 13th November, 2015
Happy Birthday Darling! You would have been 79 today. We can't give you a cake but Delwyn and I are going up to the cemetery this afternoon so will leave you some nice flowers. Thinking of you can still bring tears to my eyes. I am so very grateful though for the years that we had together and the privilege of bringing up a great family with you. All my love xxxxoooo - Alison
Sent on the 13th November, 2015
Happy Fathers Day Dad. As I drove home from church this morning, I was thinking about you and tears welled up in my eyes as I thought of how blessed I was to have had you as my father. You were the best in the world and I appreciate all you did for me and for the family. Miss you so much and love you forever xxx - Delwyn
Sent on the 6th September, 2015
Remembering you with love on Fathers Day - Allan
Sent on the 6th September, 2015
Another wedding anniversary today. Fifty eight years ago we both committed our lived to each other and what amazing years they have been. Have been thinking a lot about them today. Am so looking forward to seeing you again. What a wonderful and blessed hope we have as Christians. Love you so much for ever. xxxxxxxx - Alison
Sent on the 31st August, 2015
Hi Dad, Thank you for being such a great father-in-law to me and a wonderful Poppa to our kids. We think and talk of you often with gladness that we knew you. We all miss you very much. Till we meet again, P.S. Thanks for doing a wonderful job in bringing up and being a wonderful father to Delwyn! - Terry Koumakis
Sent on the 27th April, 2015
I love you and miss you so much Poppa xxxooo - Luke
Sent on the 26th April, 2015
Poppa I miss you so much! 3 years ago on the 25th of April was such a hard day for us all to say goodbye. I love you so much! Xxxx - Hannah
Sent on the 26th April, 2015
Missing you still after 3 years, and always remembering those moments we shared. Thank you .... with love - Allan
Sent on the 25th April, 2015
Another Anzac Day is here and we remember the day we said goodbye to you 3 years ago. We miss you so much - our lives have gone on but it's just not the same. We are doing our best to look after Mum for you - I know you would have liked that. Thank you for being a good husband to her, and a great father to us and grandfather to our kids. We have such fond memories that we will treasure forever. It's comforting to know that we will see you again one day. Love you lots xxx - Delwyn
Sent on the 25th April, 2015
Anzac Day 2012 will be forever etched in my memory. It's the day we said goodbye and the day that ended our 54 year marriage. I never thought it would be like that. With all the heart problems you had I thought it would be that that would take you. certainly not motor neurone. The country is geared up for huge Anzac Day celebrations. While I appreciate what others have done on the battlefield my foremost memory will be of a loving, caring husband and father. Thankyou my darling. Xxxxxxxx - Alison
Sent on the 25th April, 2015
This is our third Christmas without you now and I was blest to share it with Allan, Christine, Ross, Dale and children. I think you would be very proud of your kids and grandkids. I have had a good year. Such a change from the constant medical appointments of previous years. I heard Jesu Joy of Man's Desiring played on the radio the other day. That brought back the ache for a while. I think of you often and thank God He gave me such a priceless gem of a husband for 54 years. All my love Alison xxxx - Alison
Sent on the 26th December, 2014
Happy Birthday Dad. Wish you were here so we could celebrate with you, but sure you are enjoying a party in Heaven! We still think of you often and miss you lots. Love you xxxx - Delwyn
Sent on the 13th November, 2014
Happy Birthday Darling. I wonder what you will be doing today. Delwyn and I went out to the cemetery yesterday. She had grown some of the blue cornflowers that the motor neurone society had given out. It's wonderful to think that there is no disease in Heaven. Missing you and love you so much xxxxooo - Alison
Sent on the 13th November, 2014
Happy Birthday Dad and lots of love from all of us. - Allan and family
Sent on the 13th November, 2014
Thinking of you today on Father's Day and missing not being able to go and visit you and be with you on this day. Thanks for being a great Dad and Poppa, we all have such lovely memories of you. Love you lots xxx - Delwyn
Sent on the 7th September, 2014
Remembering you on Fathers Day and appreciating your love as my Dad. With love. - Allan
Sent on the 7th September, 2014
Tomorrow would be our 57th anniversary. After church Iwill be going out to Stephen and Carena's for lunch and after that Denise will take me to the cemetery. I am wondering if the cherry blossom that lines the path will be out. I read a touching little piece today. "Death leaves a heartache, No one can heal, Love leaves a memory No one can steal." God is good and I am blessed but nothing ever takes away the heartache. Miss you so much. My love always. Xxxxxooooo - Alison
Sent on the 30th August, 2014
Remembering you with lots of love and appreciation for the life you shared with us all. And thank you again for the tools. Now I finally have a workbench again I am very excited to be able to use my vice. I am proud to say I inherited my vices from you. Love you lots. - Allan
Sent on the 25th April, 2014
Hi Dad, We have been reading about heaven lately. It sounds amazing. There is the comfort that you are there worshipping Jesus with all your heart. There is no pain or suffering. We still miss you though. Your impact on us is still felt. I don't think we will ever get over it until we see you again. We remembered you today, this day being 2 years since you were transferred to heaven Yet we think of you often and they are all good thoughts and they are happy memories. Thank you we are enjoying the wonderful family you left behind. Lots of love - Terry
Sent on the 25th April, 2014
Dearest Dad, Today is your anniversary and we reflect on the wonderful years we had with you and the love you shared so freely. We do miss you so much. Even so, your legacy does live on, as you now have a precious new, great grandson. We do wish you could be here to share our joy and to meet the little fellow. We know you would have been so proud and delighted to know he was using the crib and changing table you made. We hope and pray that like you, his Great Poppa, he will become a dedicated and humble, follower of God one day. We love you heaps Dad. xxx - Wendy, John and Alissa
Sent on the 25th April, 2014
2 years ago today, heaven was blessed with your presence. As much as we are missing you here, I have no doubt you are absolutely loving living with Jesus. Love you forever, you have such a special place in my heart xxxx - Becky
Sent on the 25th April, 2014
Two years ago you went to be with our Lord. This is a day that will always be firmly fixed in my memory and I am very thankful that all our children were there to say their goodbyes. It is fitting that this is a day of remembrance. I went to an Anzac service at the Centre. it was very inspirational. Have been to the cemetery with Delwyn, Terry and family this afternoon. We have shared many happy memories. Thankyou for them Darling. Still missing you so much. All my love xxxxxxxx - Alison
Sent on the 25th April, 2014
Missing you heaps! You have a very special place in my heart which no one else can fill!! Love you xo - Christy
Sent on the 25th April, 2014
Even though today marks the anniversary of 2 years, you are still thought of and talked about frequently. I am reading a book about a man who went to heaven and throughout his description of what it was like, I couldn't help but think of you, healthy and whole, enjoying such a glorious place. Life goes on for us, but our memories are precious and will last forever. Love you lots xxxx - Delwyn
Sent on the 25th April, 2014
We have now had our second Christmas without you. I still miss you so much and the empty house is something I guess I will never get used to. Still I am very blessed and had a wonderful day with our wonderful family. Thank you for being the great father that you were as we raised great kids together. Love you so much. xxxxxxxxx - Alison
Sent on the 26th December, 2013
Dad, we missed your company, lovely smile and warmth today, as we celebrated Christmas. It was comforting to draw on the very special memories, of our family times we had together. Love you Dad. - Wendy, John and Alissa
Sent on the 25th December, 2013
Happy birthday Dad, Just letting you know you are still missed in so many ways. We miss your lovely smile, your words of encouragement, your expressions of gratitude and your loving acts of kindness. Dad, you were one of a kind. Thank you for being generous in so many ways. We love you heaps - xxxooo - Wendy, John and Alissa
Sent on the 13th November, 2013
Special thoughts of you today as you would have celebrated your 77th birthday. Miss you so much xx - Delwyn
Sent on the 13th November, 2013
Happy birthday Sweetheart! Delwyn and I went to the cemetery this morning. It looked absolutely beautiful. All the roses were out and they made a magnificent show. Delwyn had made your favourite carrot cake and brought me in a large piece. Lovely memories of our life together linger on and help ease the pain of parting. All my love xxxxxxxxx - Alison
Sent on the 13th November, 2013
Remembering you on your birthday and the love you shared through your life. Missing you. - Allan, Chrsitine and family
Sent on the 13th November, 2013
Dear Dad, Even though you are not with us this Father's Day, we still have our lovely memories of you and the wonderful times we shared together. Thank you for being such a great Father and Poppa. Love you heaps. xxxxxx - Wendy, John and Alissa
Sent on the 1st September, 2013
Thinking of you lots today and missing you heaps. You were the best Dad ever, and nothing will ever take away the wonderful memories we have. Happy Father's Day. Love you lots xxx - Delwyn
Sent on the 1st September, 2013
It's Fathers Day. Thank you for the fond memories of having you as my Dad. - Allan
Sent on the 1st September, 2013
Happy anniversary. The inspiration from your marriage lives on in our lives today. We love you and miss you. xxxxx - Wendy, John and Alissa
Sent on the 31st August, 2013
Have been thinking of you especially today. Lots of thoughts of wonderful times spent together. Miss you so much. All my love. xxxxx - Alison
Sent on the 31st August, 2013
Thank you for those life times of memories that mean you are still such a big part of our lives. With lots of love. - Allan, Christine and family
Sent on the 25th April, 2013
To dear Dad, this has been our day of "remembrance". We have remembered your beautiful face and smile, remembered your kind and gentle ways and remembered how much you blest us as a loving father and Poppa. We miss you so much Dad, but are comforted by knowing you are safe, at home, with your Lord. Love you heaps, xxxxxx - Wendy, John and Alissa
Sent on the 25th April, 2013
Billy Graham wrote of his late wife, "Although I rejoice that her struggles with weakness and pain have all come to an end, I still feel as if a part of me has been ripped out, and I miss her far more than I ever could have imagined." I know how he feels. You were a part of my life for so long. I never imagined a life without you, without your love, your hugs, without your wisdom and ability to fix things, without that morning cup of tea and biscuit. I say with Billy Graham "I miss you far more than I could ever have imagined." But I am blest. I see you again in our wonderful children and I am comforted. Thankyou for everything. I love you so much. xxxxx - Alison
Sent on the 25th April, 2013
Today on Anzac Day, many people in our country remember those who gave their lives for others. They were selfless and committed. I know you would shudder at the thought of being signified with those on Anzac Day but as I think of you since your passing there are so many similarities. You were selfless, committed... you were always keen to get the job done. You are missed Dad. That's understandable. But I do think about how you are having the time of your life in Heaven. I can hear you now... Saying "Keep the Faith... it's worth it!" - Terry
Sent on the 25th April, 2013
To dear Dad, it's hard to believe that a whole year has passed since we said goodbye. Life has gone on, but it's not the same without you. We think of you often and even though our hearts hurt to have lost you, we know that you are in a far better place. Love you lots and remembering you today with special fondness xxx - Delwyn
Sent on the 25th April, 2013
One year ago you went up to heaven. I hope you have enjoyed your year! I love you - Sophie James
Sent on the 25th April, 2013
We love and miss you soo much xxx - James Family ( Graeme & Jen)
Sent on the 12th April, 2013
I was looking through some photos and found one of me sitting on your lap with Laura and Tim, grinning. I have stuck to the frigde in loving memory of you. I love you so much xoxo - Sophie James
Sent on the 12th April, 2013
Dearest Dad, We have missed you so much this year, but by the grace of God, we have made it through. Our wonderful memories of you, will continue to uphold us as we venture into 2013. We love you so much. xxx ooo - Wendy, John and Alissa
Sent on the 31st December, 2012
To my dear father-in-law, Dad, I think of you often... how you would react in a situation ( or not react)... You are so admired by all our family. Your impact wasn't truly realised until you were gone. Now in heaven you can eat as much cake and cream as you like! Happy birthday . I love you - Terry
Sent on the 13th November, 2012
To my precious Father - You are loved every minute, missed every day and treasured forever. Happy Birthday Dad. All my love xxx ooo - Wendy
Sent on the 13th November, 2012
Happy birthday Poppa, I Love you. You rock. You're the best Poppa. I miss you Lots of love - Luke
Sent on the 13th November, 2012
Happy Birthday Poppa. I hope you are having a great birthday up in heaven, Miss you heaps xxx - Hannah
Sent on the 13th November, 2012
76 years ago today you were born and for nearly 60 years of your life we have loved and lived for each other. Nearly 55 years married and still in love. Darling I miss you so much. Till we meet again where all pain ceases. Your loving wife Alison. Xxxxxxxxx Death ends a life but not a relationship. - Alison JAMES
Sent on the 13th November, 2012
Thinking of you today on your birthday Dad, we miss you lots. - Allan
Sent on the 13th November, 2012
Happy birthday Dad. It's going to be strange not to have you here to celebrate like we have always done. I'm sure the cake in heaven is amazing though! Love you and miss you so much xoxox - Delwyn
Sent on the 13th November, 2012
I miss you so much. I love you lots. Lots of love, - LUKE
Sent on the 10th September, 2012
Darling today would have been our 55th wedding anniversary . How I wish you could have been here to celebrate it. I miss you so much. All my love, Alison xxxxx - Alison
Sent on the 31st August, 2012
Dear Poppa, I love you heaps. Thank you for giving us so many amazing memories! - Christy
Sent on the 27th June, 2012
I love you and I miss you. Thank you for building me awesome things! - LUKE
Sent on the 27th June, 2012
When I think of you I think of you and Alison and my Dad sitting in the lounge of our house laughing and joking and talking about plans for running our youth group. That youth group had a huge impact on my life - I was at a point where I could have gone "off the rails" (is that a pun?) but thanks to yours and Alisons committment and the Bycrofts - I have some great memories. Thank you for the life you lived. - Adam and Heather Bruce
Sent on the 4th June, 2012
Thank you for being the best Poppa ever! I love you and miss you heaps. - Hannah
Sent on the 19th May, 2012
You are greatly missed dear Poppa. Thank you for being so wonderful, loving, the best you could possibly be! We all love you and miss you tons xx - Becky
Sent on the 16th May, 2012
Love you so much darling. Thankyou for being such a wonderful husband and father. Miss you so much! Xxxx - Alison
Sent on the 10th May, 2012
Dear Dad, Thanks for being a great father. We are all missing you. With love. - Bruce James
Sent on the 7th May, 2012
With love and prayers for all members of this very special family. We still think of Steve's 'can do' approach to life. An arm came off an artist's wooden puppet that was held together with springs. We only thought of Steve as the possible 'doctor' for the puppet. Sure enough he found a way to stretch those springs inside the puppet's arm until it was successfully repaired. This is just one example of this remarkable man's patience and ingenuity: thank you , Steve, for sharing your talents so helpfully. - Tony and Sheila Little
Sent on the 3rd May, 2012
I love you so much poppa and you will never be forgotten you are one in a million<3 - Laura
Sent on the 2nd May, 2012
Steve, a good Friend, and a true Christian Gentleman, one who could turn his hand to anything, and who is sadly missed. We used to be able to set our clock for morning tea, lunch, and afternoon tea when Steve often walked by our home. Our LOVE to Alison and Family. - Ann & Kel Raine
Sent on the 1st May, 2012
Dear Dad, Everyone of us who knew you spoke well of you. I loved your sense of humour, the twinkle in your eyes when you laughed and the way your just got on and got the job done. Your wonderful example of a loving father, husband and friend will stay with us always. We love you very much - Terry Koumakis - Terry Koumakis
Sent on the 28th April, 2012
To my dear Dad - I am so thankful for you and for the precious memories I have of our years together. Thank you for being who you were. I am so proud of you, and proud to be your daughter. Love you lots and missing you already xx - Delwyn Koumakis
Sent on the 27th April, 2012
Thank you Steve, for being a true friend. We will always treasure your friendship. You will remain forever in our hearts. The times spent in your workshop, in Thames, will never be forgotten. - Bob & Anne Sharman, Hastings
Sent on the 27th April, 2012
We love you Poppa! - (Allan) James Kids
Sent on the 25th April, 2012
Thank you for being a loving and supportive father and grandfather to our kids. I've always looked up to you and appreciated your solid example of being a good person. - Allan James
Sent on the 24th April, 2012
Sent on the 13th November, 2024
Remembering your birthday, 87 years ago. Always lots of love. - Allan
Sent on the 13th November, 2023
Happy Birthday Dad. Lots of love - Allan
Sent on the 13th November, 2022
Remembering 65 years of wonderful times with you. Thank you so much for all your love and care. Always remembered with much love ❤️ - Alison
Sent on the 31st August, 2022
Happy 85th birthday for yesterday! I have been talking to Graeme and Sophie today and we were remembering all your engineering skills. A very gifted man with lots of love for all his family. Love you forever. xxxxx Alison - Alison
Sent on the 14th November, 2021
Happy 85th Birthday. Remembering you with lots of love. - Allan
Sent on the 13th November, 2021
Nine years has now passed without you and yesterday we once again were reminded of that day you went to heaven. We visited the cemetery and put some new flowers on your headstone - they were daisies, your favourite. Miss and love you forever xxx - Delwyn
Sent on the 26th April, 2021
It was a toss up between the version from Marilyn Monro or your youngest daughter.. Guess which I chose.
Da da dirday do daddy
Da da dirday do daddy
Da da dirday do daddy, daddy, daddy......(long pause)
Da da dirday do daddy.
With lots of love. - Allan
Sent on the 13th November, 2020
It’s your 84th birthday tomorrow. Special thoughts. Am so appreciative of the wonderful husband and father you were. I will never forget you darling and look forward to meeting you again. Much love xxxxxxx - Alison
Sent on the 12th November, 2020
Happy Father's Day Dad. Thinking of you today and remembering the great Dad you were to us. Love and miss you always xxx - Delwyn
Sent on the 6th September, 2020
Thinking of you today on Fathers Day with fond memories and lots of love. - Allan
Sent on the 6th September, 2020
63 years ago today we were married. What an amazing marriage we had together - bringing up our 6 children, Thank you for being the best husband and father ever. Love you and miss you so much. Fondest love xxxxx - Alison.
Sent on the 31st August, 2020
Eight years have gone by and you are still very much part of our memories. We miss you so much. Love you lots xxxxx - Delwyn
Sent on the 25th April, 2020
I would love to have you here to experience lockdown with me. But then you are in a much better place. So looking forward to seeing you again. All my love. Xxxxxxxx - Alison
Sent on the 25th April, 2020
Never forgotten... lots of love to you Dad. - Allan
Sent on the 25th April, 2020
Happy Birthday my darling. You are 83 today. A few days ago Lavinia and I went out to the cemetery and took some new flowers. The whole place looked beautiful. The roses were gorgeous and the perfume amazing. It is so well kept. Special thanks for all the happy memories we enjoyed together. Much love xxxxx - Alison
Sent on the 13th November, 2019
Thought of you first thing this morning when I saw the date and realised it's your birthday. Thank you for good memories, for being a great Dad. - Allan
Sent on the 13th November, 2019
Thinking of you today Dad - seven years gone and we still miss you so much. It's a busy time here as we get ready for Becky's wedding in two days. You would have been very proud of her and you would have loved Rory, the lovely man she is marrying. I'm sorry he never got to meet you and that you won't be here to celebrate with us. It will be a nice time to catch up with the family again. Love and miss you lots xxx - Delwyn
Sent on the 25th April, 2019
Many people will be remembering their loved ones today in memorial services. I will be remembering the love of my life in a different way as we prepare for Becky’s wedding. It would have been such an added joy to have you here. However I will come to you. Looking forward to seeing you and departed loved ones again. Love you xxxxxxxx - Alison
Sent on the 25th April, 2019
Happy Birthday Dad... So grateful you made it into this world, married a wonderful woman and gave me the chance to be part of our loving family. Lots of love... - Allan
Sent on the 13th November, 2018
Remembering you today on your birthday. Not that I need a special day to remember you.you are constantly in my thoughts and conversation. I love you so much. xxxxx - Alison
Sent on the 13th November, 2018
Thoughts are with you today, Dad as they are many times through the year. With lots of love. - Allan
Sent on the 2nd September, 2018
We often think of you dad. I often remember your cheeky humour. I loved the way you used to love my"on the edge" humour. Its one of the things we had in common. Delwyn misses you too as do our kids. You left us with wonderful memories to cherish... - Terry Koumakis
Sent on the 27th May, 2018
Remembering you specially today my dearest, my soul mate. Six years have passed since that very eventful day when you passed into God's presence. You are still sadly missed. I tell folk about all the things you built for this village. Till we meet again. xxxxxxxx - Alison
Sent on the 25th April, 2018
Another Christmas has passed and we are into a new year. I wonder what it will bring. Our thoughts and prayers are constantly with Graeme and family as he battles cancer. Families are growing up. You would be very proud of them. I am very thankful we moved into this village. The population changes but there is a stability here. I would love to show you around. I miss you so much. Fondest love - Alison
Sent on the 12th January, 2018
Lots of love wrapped up in fond memories and much respect... Happy Birthday Dad - Allan
Sent on the 13th November, 2017
You would have been 81 today. Wendy and I remembered your birthday by going out to the Cemetry and taking some lovely bright flowers for you. The whole area looked fantastic with roses of all colours blooming profusely. Still miss you so much. Looking forward to meeting you again widen the Lord takes me home. Much love my darling.. Xxxxxxx - Alison
Sent on the 13th November, 2017
Happy Father's Day Dad. You are still very much missed and a day like this doesn't go by without many thoughts of you. Love you lots xxxx - Delwyn
Sent on the 3rd September, 2017
Thinking of you on Fathers Day. Love as always. - Allan
Sent on the 3rd September, 2017
My Darling you will be so thrilled to know that I have had Ruth staying with me the last three days. She is lovely and so easy to talk to. You always believed that she would get in touch with the family one day and always included her with our grandchildren. You believed when I wavered. I wish she could have met you. Perhaps she will one day. Thank you for being such a wonderful husband. Love you so much xxxxxxx - Alison
Sent on the 5th May, 2017
Five years have now passed since we sat around your bed at the Waipuna Hospice and said our final goodbyes. It still brings tears to my eyes to think about it, and I don't think the memory and sadness of that day will ever fade. We visited the cemetery today and put some nice new yellow flowers on your headstone - you always did like yellow! You are and will always be missed . Love you lots xxx - Delwyn
Sent on the 25th April, 2017
Five years now since you passed away from us. You'll have been interested in all the comings and goings as the kids are starting to find their own ways in the world. Has made me think of the time I left home and how you and mum let me go and experience new things, but even then I always knew that you and mum would be there for me when I needed. I hope my own children will feel the same as they venture away from home. Thank you. With lots of love. - Allan
Sent on the 25th April, 2017
Sunday was a special day as we celebrated your 80th birthday. It would have been wonderful to have had all the family meeting together in a hall and you as guest of honour at the head table. But sadly it wasn't to be. Instead Delwyn, Christy and I went to the Cemetry where the roses were blooming and looking gorgeous. We remembered you there and the huge impact you have had on all our lives. You were such a special husband and father and we all loved you so dearly and are so grateful to the Lord that you were in our lives. You will never be forgotten. Love you so much. xxxxxxx - Alison
Sent on the 16th November, 2016
On Sunday you would have turned 80 and I'm sure we would have been having a big party! Instead Mum, Christy and I visited the cemetery and put some nice bright yellow flowers on your headstone. It was beautiful at the cemetery because all the roses were out, must have been especially for you and celebrating your special day! We are missing you so much - not having you here has left a huge gap in our lives. Love you always xxx - Delwyn
Sent on the 16th November, 2016
Happy Birthday Dad... Wish you were here to celebrate your 80th. With love. - Allan
Sent on the 13th November, 2016
Fond thoughts of you yesterday as we celebrated Father's Day. Wish you were still here, but knowing you are in a far better place. Love you lots xxx - Delwyn
Sent on the 5th September, 2016
Lavinia took me out to the Cemetry yesterday. She had some pretty flowers for Roy. The purple/lavender ones Wendy had arranged in April were still looking lovely. The weather was beautiful and a tui was singing loudly. Very peaceful. We talked at length about our wonderful husbands.You are missed so much. You would have been very proud of Becky on Saturday night as we celebrated her 21st. I know how much you loved our family and we all miss you so much. Am so grateful that I have the confidence we will meet again. Much love xxxxxxxx - Alison
Sent on the 1st September, 2016
Wendy, John, Alissa and I went to the cemetery yesterday. We took some very pretty purple/lavender flowers which Wendy arranged beautifully. It's a very quiet and peaceful place. Wendy brought around a special book she has made up of photos over the years. Very happy days- birthdays anniversaries etc. And then at the end those difficult months before you went home to be with the Lord. I do miss you so much. Thankyou so much for being the loving most wonderful husband and father. We will meet again one day. All my love. Xxxxxooo - Alison
Sent on the 26th April, 2016
At the moment we are in Hawaii and went for a walk up Diamond Head. We took a poppy with us up to the top in memory of you. We still think of you often, and over here today was no exemption. The poppy and ANZAC Day will always have an extra special significance for us - the day you went to heaven. Can't wait to see you up there one day. Missing you still. Love you lots xxxxx - Delwyn
Sent on the 25th April, 2016
Remembering the sad day you passed away 4 years ago but also the wonderful moments we shared up to that time. - Allan
Sent on the 25th April, 2016
Happy birthday Dad. We visited the cemetery today and the roses looked spectacular - a beautiful display to celebrate your special day. I miss not having you here to have a birthday dinner, or cake, or making you marmalade - all the special memories of past birthdays. You will always be in my heart. Love you lots xxxxx - Delwyn
Sent on the 13th November, 2015
Happy Birthday Dad... such an important day in all our lives when you were born. Your parents would be so proud of what you and our family have achieved. Missing you. Lots of love. - Allan, Christine and family
Sent on the 13th November, 2015
Happy Birthday Darling! You would have been 79 today. We can't give you a cake but Delwyn and I are going up to the cemetery this afternoon so will leave you some nice flowers. Thinking of you can still bring tears to my eyes. I am so very grateful though for the years that we had together and the privilege of bringing up a great family with you. All my love xxxxoooo - Alison
Sent on the 13th November, 2015
Happy Fathers Day Dad. As I drove home from church this morning, I was thinking about you and tears welled up in my eyes as I thought of how blessed I was to have had you as my father. You were the best in the world and I appreciate all you did for me and for the family. Miss you so much and love you forever xxx - Delwyn
Sent on the 6th September, 2015
Remembering you with love on Fathers Day - Allan
Sent on the 6th September, 2015
Another wedding anniversary today. Fifty eight years ago we both committed our lived to each other and what amazing years they have been. Have been thinking a lot about them today. Am so looking forward to seeing you again. What a wonderful and blessed hope we have as Christians. Love you so much for ever. xxxxxxxx - Alison
Sent on the 31st August, 2015
Hi Dad, Thank you for being such a great father-in-law to me and a wonderful Poppa to our kids. We think and talk of you often with gladness that we knew you. We all miss you very much. Till we meet again, P.S. Thanks for doing a wonderful job in bringing up and being a wonderful father to Delwyn! - Terry Koumakis
Sent on the 27th April, 2015
I love you and miss you so much Poppa xxxooo - Luke
Sent on the 26th April, 2015
Poppa I miss you so much! 3 years ago on the 25th of April was such a hard day for us all to say goodbye. I love you so much! Xxxx - Hannah
Sent on the 26th April, 2015
Missing you still after 3 years, and always remembering those moments we shared. Thank you .... with love - Allan
Sent on the 25th April, 2015
Another Anzac Day is here and we remember the day we said goodbye to you 3 years ago. We miss you so much - our lives have gone on but it's just not the same. We are doing our best to look after Mum for you - I know you would have liked that. Thank you for being a good husband to her, and a great father to us and grandfather to our kids. We have such fond memories that we will treasure forever. It's comforting to know that we will see you again one day. Love you lots xxx - Delwyn
Sent on the 25th April, 2015
Anzac Day 2012 will be forever etched in my memory. It's the day we said goodbye and the day that ended our 54 year marriage. I never thought it would be like that. With all the heart problems you had I thought it would be that that would take you. certainly not motor neurone. The country is geared up for huge Anzac Day celebrations. While I appreciate what others have done on the battlefield my foremost memory will be of a loving, caring husband and father. Thankyou my darling. Xxxxxxxx - Alison
Sent on the 25th April, 2015
This is our third Christmas without you now and I was blest to share it with Allan, Christine, Ross, Dale and children. I think you would be very proud of your kids and grandkids. I have had a good year. Such a change from the constant medical appointments of previous years. I heard Jesu Joy of Man's Desiring played on the radio the other day. That brought back the ache for a while. I think of you often and thank God He gave me such a priceless gem of a husband for 54 years. All my love Alison xxxx - Alison
Sent on the 26th December, 2014
Happy Birthday Dad. Wish you were here so we could celebrate with you, but sure you are enjoying a party in Heaven! We still think of you often and miss you lots. Love you xxxx - Delwyn
Sent on the 13th November, 2014
Happy Birthday Darling. I wonder what you will be doing today. Delwyn and I went out to the cemetery yesterday. She had grown some of the blue cornflowers that the motor neurone society had given out. It's wonderful to think that there is no disease in Heaven. Missing you and love you so much xxxxooo - Alison
Sent on the 13th November, 2014
Happy Birthday Dad and lots of love from all of us. - Allan and family
Sent on the 13th November, 2014
Thinking of you today on Father's Day and missing not being able to go and visit you and be with you on this day. Thanks for being a great Dad and Poppa, we all have such lovely memories of you. Love you lots xxx - Delwyn
Sent on the 7th September, 2014
Remembering you on Fathers Day and appreciating your love as my Dad. With love. - Allan
Sent on the 7th September, 2014
Tomorrow would be our 57th anniversary. After church Iwill be going out to Stephen and Carena's for lunch and after that Denise will take me to the cemetery. I am wondering if the cherry blossom that lines the path will be out. I read a touching little piece today. "Death leaves a heartache, No one can heal, Love leaves a memory No one can steal." God is good and I am blessed but nothing ever takes away the heartache. Miss you so much. My love always. Xxxxxooooo - Alison
Sent on the 30th August, 2014
Remembering you with lots of love and appreciation for the life you shared with us all. And thank you again for the tools. Now I finally have a workbench again I am very excited to be able to use my vice. I am proud to say I inherited my vices from you. Love you lots. - Allan
Sent on the 25th April, 2014
Hi Dad, We have been reading about heaven lately. It sounds amazing. There is the comfort that you are there worshipping Jesus with all your heart. There is no pain or suffering. We still miss you though. Your impact on us is still felt. I don't think we will ever get over it until we see you again. We remembered you today, this day being 2 years since you were transferred to heaven Yet we think of you often and they are all good thoughts and they are happy memories. Thank you we are enjoying the wonderful family you left behind. Lots of love - Terry
Sent on the 25th April, 2014
Dearest Dad, Today is your anniversary and we reflect on the wonderful years we had with you and the love you shared so freely. We do miss you so much. Even so, your legacy does live on, as you now have a precious new, great grandson. We do wish you could be here to share our joy and to meet the little fellow. We know you would have been so proud and delighted to know he was using the crib and changing table you made. We hope and pray that like you, his Great Poppa, he will become a dedicated and humble, follower of God one day. We love you heaps Dad. xxx - Wendy, John and Alissa
Sent on the 25th April, 2014
2 years ago today, heaven was blessed with your presence. As much as we are missing you here, I have no doubt you are absolutely loving living with Jesus. Love you forever, you have such a special place in my heart xxxx - Becky
Sent on the 25th April, 2014
Two years ago you went to be with our Lord. This is a day that will always be firmly fixed in my memory and I am very thankful that all our children were there to say their goodbyes. It is fitting that this is a day of remembrance. I went to an Anzac service at the Centre. it was very inspirational. Have been to the cemetery with Delwyn, Terry and family this afternoon. We have shared many happy memories. Thankyou for them Darling. Still missing you so much. All my love xxxxxxxx - Alison
Sent on the 25th April, 2014
Missing you heaps! You have a very special place in my heart which no one else can fill!! Love you xo - Christy
Sent on the 25th April, 2014
Even though today marks the anniversary of 2 years, you are still thought of and talked about frequently. I am reading a book about a man who went to heaven and throughout his description of what it was like, I couldn't help but think of you, healthy and whole, enjoying such a glorious place. Life goes on for us, but our memories are precious and will last forever. Love you lots xxxx - Delwyn
Sent on the 25th April, 2014
We have now had our second Christmas without you. I still miss you so much and the empty house is something I guess I will never get used to. Still I am very blessed and had a wonderful day with our wonderful family. Thank you for being the great father that you were as we raised great kids together. Love you so much. xxxxxxxxx - Alison
Sent on the 26th December, 2013
Dad, we missed your company, lovely smile and warmth today, as we celebrated Christmas. It was comforting to draw on the very special memories, of our family times we had together. Love you Dad. - Wendy, John and Alissa
Sent on the 25th December, 2013
Happy birthday Dad, Just letting you know you are still missed in so many ways. We miss your lovely smile, your words of encouragement, your expressions of gratitude and your loving acts of kindness. Dad, you were one of a kind. Thank you for being generous in so many ways. We love you heaps - xxxooo - Wendy, John and Alissa
Sent on the 13th November, 2013
Special thoughts of you today as you would have celebrated your 77th birthday. Miss you so much xx - Delwyn
Sent on the 13th November, 2013
Happy birthday Sweetheart! Delwyn and I went to the cemetery this morning. It looked absolutely beautiful. All the roses were out and they made a magnificent show. Delwyn had made your favourite carrot cake and brought me in a large piece. Lovely memories of our life together linger on and help ease the pain of parting. All my love xxxxxxxxx - Alison
Sent on the 13th November, 2013
Remembering you on your birthday and the love you shared through your life. Missing you. - Allan, Chrsitine and family
Sent on the 13th November, 2013
Dear Dad, Even though you are not with us this Father's Day, we still have our lovely memories of you and the wonderful times we shared together. Thank you for being such a great Father and Poppa. Love you heaps. xxxxxx - Wendy, John and Alissa
Sent on the 1st September, 2013
Thinking of you lots today and missing you heaps. You were the best Dad ever, and nothing will ever take away the wonderful memories we have. Happy Father's Day. Love you lots xxx - Delwyn
Sent on the 1st September, 2013
It's Fathers Day. Thank you for the fond memories of having you as my Dad. - Allan
Sent on the 1st September, 2013
Happy anniversary. The inspiration from your marriage lives on in our lives today. We love you and miss you. xxxxx - Wendy, John and Alissa
Sent on the 31st August, 2013
Have been thinking of you especially today. Lots of thoughts of wonderful times spent together. Miss you so much. All my love. xxxxx - Alison
Sent on the 31st August, 2013
Thank you for those life times of memories that mean you are still such a big part of our lives. With lots of love. - Allan, Christine and family
Sent on the 25th April, 2013
To dear Dad, this has been our day of "remembrance". We have remembered your beautiful face and smile, remembered your kind and gentle ways and remembered how much you blest us as a loving father and Poppa. We miss you so much Dad, but are comforted by knowing you are safe, at home, with your Lord. Love you heaps, xxxxxx - Wendy, John and Alissa
Sent on the 25th April, 2013
Billy Graham wrote of his late wife, "Although I rejoice that her struggles with weakness and pain have all come to an end, I still feel as if a part of me has been ripped out, and I miss her far more than I ever could have imagined." I know how he feels. You were a part of my life for so long. I never imagined a life without you, without your love, your hugs, without your wisdom and ability to fix things, without that morning cup of tea and biscuit. I say with Billy Graham "I miss you far more than I could ever have imagined." But I am blest. I see you again in our wonderful children and I am comforted. Thankyou for everything. I love you so much. xxxxx - Alison
Sent on the 25th April, 2013
Today on Anzac Day, many people in our country remember those who gave their lives for others. They were selfless and committed. I know you would shudder at the thought of being signified with those on Anzac Day but as I think of you since your passing there are so many similarities. You were selfless, committed... you were always keen to get the job done. You are missed Dad. That's understandable. But I do think about how you are having the time of your life in Heaven. I can hear you now... Saying "Keep the Faith... it's worth it!" - Terry
Sent on the 25th April, 2013
To dear Dad, it's hard to believe that a whole year has passed since we said goodbye. Life has gone on, but it's not the same without you. We think of you often and even though our hearts hurt to have lost you, we know that you are in a far better place. Love you lots and remembering you today with special fondness xxx - Delwyn
Sent on the 25th April, 2013
One year ago you went up to heaven. I hope you have enjoyed your year! I love you - Sophie James
Sent on the 25th April, 2013
We love and miss you soo much xxx - James Family ( Graeme & Jen)
Sent on the 12th April, 2013
I was looking through some photos and found one of me sitting on your lap with Laura and Tim, grinning. I have stuck to the frigde in loving memory of you. I love you so much xoxo - Sophie James
Sent on the 12th April, 2013
Dearest Dad, We have missed you so much this year, but by the grace of God, we have made it through. Our wonderful memories of you, will continue to uphold us as we venture into 2013. We love you so much. xxx ooo - Wendy, John and Alissa
Sent on the 31st December, 2012
To my dear father-in-law, Dad, I think of you often... how you would react in a situation ( or not react)... You are so admired by all our family. Your impact wasn't truly realised until you were gone. Now in heaven you can eat as much cake and cream as you like! Happy birthday . I love you - Terry
Sent on the 13th November, 2012
To my precious Father - You are loved every minute, missed every day and treasured forever. Happy Birthday Dad. All my love xxx ooo - Wendy
Sent on the 13th November, 2012
Happy birthday Poppa, I Love you. You rock. You're the best Poppa. I miss you Lots of love - Luke
Sent on the 13th November, 2012
Happy Birthday Poppa. I hope you are having a great birthday up in heaven, Miss you heaps xxx - Hannah
Sent on the 13th November, 2012
76 years ago today you were born and for nearly 60 years of your life we have loved and lived for each other. Nearly 55 years married and still in love. Darling I miss you so much. Till we meet again where all pain ceases. Your loving wife Alison. Xxxxxxxxx Death ends a life but not a relationship. - Alison JAMES
Sent on the 13th November, 2012
Thinking of you today on your birthday Dad, we miss you lots. - Allan
Sent on the 13th November, 2012
Happy birthday Dad. It's going to be strange not to have you here to celebrate like we have always done. I'm sure the cake in heaven is amazing though! Love you and miss you so much xoxox - Delwyn
Sent on the 13th November, 2012
I miss you so much. I love you lots. Lots of love, - LUKE
Sent on the 10th September, 2012
Darling today would have been our 55th wedding anniversary . How I wish you could have been here to celebrate it. I miss you so much. All my love, Alison xxxxx - Alison
Sent on the 31st August, 2012
Dear Poppa, I love you heaps. Thank you for giving us so many amazing memories! - Christy
Sent on the 27th June, 2012
I love you and I miss you. Thank you for building me awesome things! - LUKE
Sent on the 27th June, 2012
When I think of you I think of you and Alison and my Dad sitting in the lounge of our house laughing and joking and talking about plans for running our youth group. That youth group had a huge impact on my life - I was at a point where I could have gone "off the rails" (is that a pun?) but thanks to yours and Alisons committment and the Bycrofts - I have some great memories. Thank you for the life you lived. - Adam and Heather Bruce
Sent on the 4th June, 2012
Thank you for being the best Poppa ever! I love you and miss you heaps. - Hannah
Sent on the 19th May, 2012
You are greatly missed dear Poppa. Thank you for being so wonderful, loving, the best you could possibly be! We all love you and miss you tons xx - Becky
Sent on the 16th May, 2012
Love you so much darling. Thankyou for being such a wonderful husband and father. Miss you so much! Xxxx - Alison
Sent on the 10th May, 2012
Dear Dad, Thanks for being a great father. We are all missing you. With love. - Bruce James
Sent on the 7th May, 2012
With love and prayers for all members of this very special family. We still think of Steve's 'can do' approach to life. An arm came off an artist's wooden puppet that was held together with springs. We only thought of Steve as the possible 'doctor' for the puppet. Sure enough he found a way to stretch those springs inside the puppet's arm until it was successfully repaired. This is just one example of this remarkable man's patience and ingenuity: thank you , Steve, for sharing your talents so helpfully. - Tony and Sheila Little
Sent on the 3rd May, 2012
I love you so much poppa and you will never be forgotten you are one in a million<3 - Laura
Sent on the 2nd May, 2012
Steve, a good Friend, and a true Christian Gentleman, one who could turn his hand to anything, and who is sadly missed. We used to be able to set our clock for morning tea, lunch, and afternoon tea when Steve often walked by our home. Our LOVE to Alison and Family. - Ann & Kel Raine
Sent on the 1st May, 2012
Dear Dad, Everyone of us who knew you spoke well of you. I loved your sense of humour, the twinkle in your eyes when you laughed and the way your just got on and got the job done. Your wonderful example of a loving father, husband and friend will stay with us always. We love you very much - Terry Koumakis - Terry Koumakis
Sent on the 28th April, 2012
To my dear Dad - I am so thankful for you and for the precious memories I have of our years together. Thank you for being who you were. I am so proud of you, and proud to be your daughter. Love you lots and missing you already xx - Delwyn Koumakis
Sent on the 27th April, 2012
Thank you Steve, for being a true friend. We will always treasure your friendship. You will remain forever in our hearts. The times spent in your workshop, in Thames, will never be forgotten. - Bob & Anne Sharman, Hastings
Sent on the 27th April, 2012
We love you Poppa! - (Allan) James Kids
Sent on the 25th April, 2012
Thank you for being a loving and supportive father and grandfather to our kids. I've always looked up to you and appreciated your solid example of being a good person. - Allan James
Sent on the 24th April, 2012