RIP mate, it's been many years but my memories of you are fond.

Jak you were such a unique person. You had a real charisma about you that attracted everyone. You absolutely loved life and lived it to the fullest and were such an inspiration. In these past years since your diagnosis, you have accepted what lay ahead and have been amazing with your positive outlook on life despite massive challenges. In the old days in Ashburton, Brenda George and I always had so much fun with you. Laughter, dancing, music, drinking, smoking many a joint, and good kai. I will miss your beautiful cheeky smile and laughter. Your spirit will live on with our friendships and your beautiful family and extended whanau. You’ll always be there when we are with each other, and that is a comfort. Jak, you’ll never be forgotten. Arohanui Pip and Joe xox

A cherished friend we met through our business. Your quick wit and cheeky grin brought joy to every encounter, turning acquaintances into a friendship. We fondly remember the tales of your travels and his love for Greek food. Your enduring spirit and vibrant personality will forever remain in our hearts. Though you may have left us, your memory will continue to inspire and bring smiles to our faces. Rest in peace, dear friend. You will be deeply missed.

Jak my old mate from way back Ashburton College days . You had a impact on my life as you did with many many others . We had some great and crazy times back in days and those memories always will be cherished . You will be dearly missed . Fly high Brother . Your spirit will stay alive with all of us till we meet again . Love ❤️ you and much love to all the family and friends xxx ...... Jimmy & Gail xxx

JAK I AM SCREAMING OUT TO YOU .... KEEP GOING AS YOU ALWAYS HAVE... I WILL SEE YOU ON THE OTHERSIDE... AND ILL GET THE FIRST ROUND IN... YOU CAN INTRODUCE ME TO ALL YOUR NEW MATES

It was always fun catching up with our cousin Jak - he was full of stories and had a unique perspective on things. For me personally I loved driving around Rarotonga with him and his mother (my Aunty Marie). Jak had some great memories to share of sailing the Pacific, motorbike rides and working on films in interesting locations. He could talk to anybody and was always genuinely interested in people. You will be missed Jak. Love to Kieran and all the family. x x x x Jeremy, Ella, Edie, Coco and Lucy

Loved by everyone in our family. We will miss you Jak.

Top man will always remember the long nights at your house on racecourse rd lots of laughs they were great times fly high bro

John Slaven what a legend, loved by many, will be missed big time, always had such fun when you were around will always remember your cheeky grin. RIP John

Condolences to all the Slaven families. Many great memories and times had over many years. RIP Jak

Condolences to All of Jak's Family, A man of many wise words, a big smile and a kind heart, who wrote his own rules right till the end. Rest easy now Jak.

So sad to farewell a great bloke. Such good times had back in those magic carefree days. So many never to be forgotten memories, of music, motorbikes, mischief, fun & laughter. I’ll miss you Jak, it was an honour having you as a true and trusted mate. Rest easy now old friend.

Thinking of a dear friend, with his cheeky smile and witty words , always having the last laugh. Was a great privilege knowing you Jak. Sending love and thoughts to your family.

Jak was a dear and loyal friend from teenage years. He was always so much fun to be around. My John and Jak raced motorbikes together, worked together and supported each other heaps. I will miss Jak. Rest in peace and continue to have fun wherever you are ❤️❤️

True friend always wanted to hear what I have been doing and tell me of lol he will be missed buy a lot of friends you were very strong and hung in rest in peace jak x

He was a great bloke with a big heart had many laughs drinks good times and memories a true and loyal friend who will be dearly missed sail on up in them clouds RIP brother Jak