Also known as "- Jack"
8 July 1928 – 18 February 2022
Also known as "- Jack"
8 July 1928 – 18 February 2022
TAIT, Jacques William (Jack). On 18 February 2022, aged 93 years, peacefully in Auckland. Born in Kaiapoi on 8 July 1928, son of the late Edna Alice and John Alfrey (Jack), brother of Keith (Sydney). Jack (BSC,BCA, CA, CMA, ACIS) was head boy at Timaru Boys' High School in 1946. Beloved husband of the late Nola, and much loved husband and best friend for over 55 years of Jenny Tait.
Wonderful father of Peta, Julia, Lyall, William, Emma and father-in-law of Annie and Andrew. Fun loving & wise Grandad of Oliver, Thomas, Jack, Sophie & Georgia. Great grandad of Henry. Close friend of late brother-in- law Cliff Dalziel. Brother-in law of Michael and Bill. "A good man at rest" Jack was generous, kind, friendly with a big heart and smile. Still a business man in his 80s. Loved, admired & respected by all that were fortunate enough to cross his path. In lieu of flowers, donations to Dementia Auckland
would be appreciated. Thanks to the staff at Bruce McLaren for their care in recent months. Any messages to Jenny and
the family may be sent to 3 McCahill Views, Highland Park, Botany, Auckland 2010. The family will be holding a private celebration of Jack's life, followed by private cremation.
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