Dear Dino, So very sad you have lost your soul mate Bruce and we have lost our mate – a gentle giant with a heart of gold, a big smile, a very quick dry wit and a love of sport, beer, family and most of all, his loving wife. Sports wise we enjoyed Presidents rugby trips to Aus with Bruce which he helped organise, fund raise and lead. We recall Bruce going out of his way to welcome friends from the deep south who joined us on the first of these and many enjoyable hours on the golf course with him. Bruce took up golf in middle age and proved to be a natural with a calm temperament and great power and hand/eye co-ordination. When Bruce hit the ball it stayed hit! Bruce was a very genuine, fun guy and we will dearly miss him. Lots of love, Ron & Lyn Michel

Dear Geraldine and Bruce. Four years ago this weekend is a memory that will always be with us. “Blues on Broadbeach” what a great 3 day party we had. Lots of eating, drinking and dancing. Bruce, your beautiful smile never left your face. You and Geraldine made an amazing loving couple, who did everything together, right to the end. Fantastic memories of a wonderful, fun loving man. Lots of love. Sandra and Brian xx .

Dearest Bruce and dino. Its been far to long.many great memories of Bruce around birkenhead. Always smilng witty. Well liked generous soul.And very cheeky.was a long ride home bro.aroha to your family. Wlll have a beer for you with all your mates at the northcote rugby club. Catcha upstairs latter on. Say hello to bones .Peter dick.snow and the lads. They will keep ya busy. Till we meet again.kia ora 💚

My lasting memory of Bruce will be of his amazingly quick - witted and tongue in cheek comments. Also it was delightful to witness the great love he and Dino shared. You were a truly lovely man Bruce, our worlds were better for being part of yours and you will be so sadly missed by your many many friends. Rest In Peace. Betsy xxx

Our deepest condolences to Dino and family, and the long list of caring friends. Bruce was always on the “top of our list” of friends to visit on our trips back home to NZ. Chris and Bruce shared a long friendship,, and we will miss him dearly. It was quite a pleasure to see all the people that surrounded him and Dino with such deep caring and love. May he be blessed.and at peace. Chris and Sue.

Dear Geraldine, Hamish and I are so sorry to hear about the passing of Bruce. You are an amazing lady and great support to Bruce. Hamish and I were very lucky to have spent many occasions with Bruce and yourself through Sandra and Brian. Our thoughts are with you at this really sad time. Lots of Love Jane & Hamish xx

I am so glad you have found your wings and are now flying free. My first love in my life, you will always be in my heart. I'm so glad you found your Geraldine and she was with you as your beloved wife. Also your wonderful family. Love forever. Geri x