Ronald James Bovaird
Also known as "Ron"
20 May 1930 – 26 March 2022
Ronald James Bovaird
Also known as "Ron"
20 May 1930 – 26 March 2022
Passed away peacefully at home aged 91 with his daughter Lorraine by his side.
Appreciated and loved father to Roly, Maureen, Penny, Mark, Steven, Grant, Mahia, Lorraine, Helen and Phil. Father in law to Jane, Rex, Danny, Joanne, Suzanne, Dianne, Neville, Sam, Clint and Jane.
Grumps to 23 grandchildren and 21 great grand children.
Dad accepted and loved his adopted sisters and brother, the many stepchildren, grandchildren and great grandchildren as his own as well as the foster kids we had from time to time.
He served as an ambulance driver for nearly 30 years and police community volunteer and was an A grade mechanic who loved his model trains, lego and dogs.
Special thanks to Hospice and St John Ambulance for their help and support.
A private cremation has taken place.
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Remembering a happy man who loved his trains and my mother for many years before she passed away. Your many years of service together is a credit to you. May you rest peacefully Ron, you were a dedicated man. I hope you Mum and Alan all get together. My sincere condolences to Lorraine and the rest of the family. Love and good wishes Sharon Johnson
Remembered as a friend and trusted colleague. Always had a treat in his pocket for the various children who visited the ambulance station. Was always ready to help with any mechanical problems with staff cars or ambulances. Fond memories of the years of service shared with Ron at the St John Ambulance Station in Pererika street Rotorua. Rest in peace Ron. You served your community with pride and honour. Your final call is now complete.
You will be dearly missed Grumps the only grandad to myself and great grandad to Ezara that we had the pleasure to have precious time with, Our deepest condolences and love to all the family at this time and our memories of you will not be forgotten. Rest easy Grumps, XX
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