Condolences to family and friends. Allan is one of the nicest and warmest people we have ever met. Always quick to laugh and quicker with a kind word. His kindness and generosity have left a lasting impression on us. We will miss catching up with him. Our thoughts are with Gloria and the family during this difficult time. Mark and Aaron

Dear Aunty Gloria, Gareth, Nat and family, I was so saddened to hear about Uncle Allan's passing. He was one of those genuinely good people—kind, down-to-earth, and always up for a chat and a laugh. He had a way of making everyone feel welcome. One of my favourite memories is Uncle Allan coaching me in basketball. You could see how much he loved the game, and that passion rubbed off on everyone around him. I also remember how often we'd unexpectedly bump into him and Aunty Gloria at airports, or even end up on the same flight. It's funny how those little moments become the memories you treasure most. He'll be remembered by so many people whose lives he touched, and he'll be greatly missed. Thinking of you all and sending my love during this incredibly difficult time. Rest in peace, Uncle Allan. xo

Dearest Aunty Gloria, Nat and Gareth, (and whanau) I was so deeply saddened to hear of Uncle Alan's passing this week. Loss has a way of stopping us in our tracks. It reminds us how precious this brief time together really is, and although the ache softens with time, those we love continue to travel beside us in different ways. I found myself smiling as memories of Alan kept arriving. I remembered his warmth, his easy optimism, his gentle sense of humour, and the genuine curiosity he always brought to a conversation. He was generous with his time, and I always came away feeling seen and welcomed. I've treasured our family gatherings over the years, and more recently those wonderfully ordinary chocolate fish brunches with Mum, Dad, and the local uncles and aunties whenever I was back in Wellington. It always seemed they ordered exactly the same thing. 😉 Those simple rituals somehow become the memories we hold onto most. Alan had that rare gift of leaving people a little lighter than he found them. His gentle humour, warmth, and genuine interest in others are the things I'll carry with me. Sending you all so much love as you navigate these difficult days. I hope, in time, the sadness slowly gives way to gratitude for having shared so many years, stories, and laughter with such a special man. With love, Jason Moon

My deepest condolences to Gloria and families. Sorry to hear of Allan's passing. I enjoyed the friendly and humorous chats with Allan when he came vegetable shopping with Gloria on Sunday ar the Harbour side market. Allan, you are a great guy you will be missed by all. Rest in peace my dear friend, until we meet again. Stuart Wong JP Wellington

Dear Gloria and Family, “Our thoughts and prayers are with you. May you find comfort in the beautiful memories you shared and in the knowledge that love never dies. Love from, Rosemary, Raymond Tse and family.

Dear Gloria and family Allan was always a very kind and thoughtful man. He will be remembered fondly. Love and warmest wishes, Denise

Dear Natalie, Whiti, Lily, Thomas and Annabelle, Condolences on the loss of Allan who was such an important person in all of your lives. His legacy includes the beautiful, kind loving family that you are, and the support you will continue to provide for each other and Gloria and the rest of your whanau. May you remember all the good times you shared and know that he is now at peace. Thinking of you, All of the Nightingales Xxx

Auntie Gloria, Natalie, Gareth and family, Nick and I are thinking of you all at this difficult time, our deepest condolences. Love, Tiff & Nick

Gloria Gareth Natalie and families Condolences of the sad loss Alan will always be remembered by us He was such a kind and wonderful person and will always remember the fun times and always looked forward to the visits in Melbourne Tom Bernie Alister Clyde La’Vonne and all the families xx

to dear Gloria, Sadden to hear of Allan's passing, Allan was a gentleman and a friend, we will miss him

Dear Auntie Gloria, Natalie, Gareth and your families, Dan and I were deeply saddened to hear of Uncle Allan’s passing. He was warm and charismatic, and I will cherish the memories I have visiting him in Wellington when I was growing up. Uncle Allan always made me feel special and cared for. Even though we didn’t get to see each other often in more recent years, I hope he knew how much he meant to me. Love, Dominique

To Gloria and Family, Our thoughts and sympathies are with you at this difficult time. You and Allan always made us feel so welcome when we bumped into each other which we did so often!! He will be missed. Mark & Jenny Ngan Kee

To Gloria and family, our deepest condolences to the family. Uncle Allan was so loved and will be missed. We will cherish many fond memories of the time the extended family spent together. We have you all of you in our prayers during this time. Leanne and Eric Tan

Dear Gloria, Natalie, Whiti and family Sending love, hugs and all of our strength to you at this difficult time. We are thinking of you all. The Ellard family xox

To Gloria, Gareth, Natalie and family. Our thoughts are with you during this difficult time - Allan will be greatly missed. We have very fond memories, he always had a ready smile and keen for a chat - whether it was on the basketball sidelines, fundraisers, shopping at Gloria's or after a round of golf. Rest in Peace Allan, With love Stanley and Aster Yee Marty and Jo Young and family

Dear Gloria, Gareth and Natalie So sad the loss of a husband ,father and great friend to many. We were so privileged to have you as neighbours for over 20 years , share many events together and have Allan available for his wisdom and enjoyment of so much. Catherine and and Murray especially remember the support and assistance Allan so freely gave them. Those who have had someone like Allan in their lives are fortunate indeed and we have been Included in that group. Much love Mick and Bernice

We were very sorry to hear that Allan has passed away. He was a very friendly person who always greeted us with kind words. He will be sadly missed but always remembered. Our deepest sympathy to Gloria and all the family.

Our deepest condolences to the Ngan family. We know how much Allan was treasured and what an immense loss his passing is. Our love and thoughts are with you at this time, Jess & Puck

We were so sorry to hear of Allan’s passing. Though we only seemed to meet in the Kensington Lobby when you were both going somewhere or Allan off to golf, I first met you both, at least 50 years ago, when I bought a pair of light blue linen shorts from your shop in Upper Hutt before you shifted to Johnsonville Mall. As you worked together all those many years and then retired together I know it will be a real loss Gloria. Our thought are with you.

To Gloria and Family, my thoughts are with you all at the sad lost of Allan. He always had a lovely smile on face when I went into Gloria’s. Many happy memories.

To the Ngan and Rogers family, our deepest condolences. We will always remember Allan’s warmth and friendly smile in our unusually frequent summer encounters at Sul Bing, Glenferrie road. His fond memory will remain with us. Caroline, Chris, Ollie and Josh Melbourne, Australia

Seeing Alan's death notice in the paper yesterday evokes many memories of our time at Hutt Central School. Alan was in my class for several years and was always my partner in the folk dancing times. He was a lovely person and a great friend. I travelled to Johmsonville several times to have a coffee with him when the Gloria's store was there. So sad to read of his passing and my sincere sympathy to all of his family.

Dear Gloria I was so sad to hear of Allan's passing. I have lovely memories of him as a warm, caring man who I could see had a deep love for his family. My thoughts are with you, Natalie and Gareth and their families. Sending lots of love. Take care Christine Newton

To dear Gloria and family, We are so, so sorry to hear of Allan's passing. We remember him from way back during family gatherings ... we are sorry to not have been more in touch. Though your eyes are sadden with tears now, we hope that there is a day, where you smile just remembering him being part of your lives and he will surely continue being part of your lives in the memories of him, and the love you have for him in your hearts. Take care, and look after yourselves. with much love Sylvia, Maria & Shirley

Gloria and family, we were deeply saddened when we heard of Allan's passing. He was a good friend and we always enjoyed our get togethers when we were in Wellington. Our daughter, Jennifer, remembers Allan telling her, when she was about 15 years old, to always aim high. She has never forgotten that advice and who gave it to her. We send our deepest condolences. RIP Allan. Alison and James Toronto, Canada

Much loved brother-in-law to Barbara and Allan, and a treasured Uncle to Brent, Michelle and their families. He leaves us with many entertaining memories of family, sports (especially Hurricanes), endless support and the Lickety Splits song. He will be dearly missed and always loved.

Our condolences to the family, it may have been many years since we had the pleasure of sharing Saturday sidelines with you, and our trips away. We will never forget how green Alan turned on the ferry, before we left the wharf in Wellington, and how he flew home while we all enjoyed the return ferry home.