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Ernest HOWAT

2026 · Wellington

Died 21 August 2026Posted 6 September 2026

Passed away peacefully, after a short illness, on Friday 21st August 2026. Loved husband of Sandra. Loved father and father-in-law of Craig (dec), Deborah & Paul, Richard & Mandy, and Steven. Loved grandfather of Michelle & Hayden, Cory, Luke, Sam, Zach, Elizabeth and Lucy, and great-grandad of Matthew, Lachlan and Kieran.

A celebration of John's life will be held at a later date.

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