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John HAMBLING

Auckland

Posted 28 July 2026

HAMBLING, John Anthony. 1946 - 2026. A wonderful, kind and gentle man. Devoted and loving husband to Iris, beloved father and father-in-law to Tristan and Cynthia, Dennison and Megan, Andrew and Grace. Proud and adoring grandfather to Sapphire, Douglas, Edward, Sadie, Fleur and Isla. Life member of the Wagner Society, Bach Musica and Tauranga Operatic Society.

A private service will be held to celebrate John's life. "What a wonderful world."

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