ROBERTS, Leicester David

Peacefully, at Terrace View Retirement Village, Ashburton, (formerly of Pleasant Point), on Monday, January 9, 2023, aged 83 years. Gone to be with his Lord and Saviour. Dearly loved husband of Ngaire for 62 years. Adored and loved father and father-in-law of Faye and Neil (Pleasant Point), Suzanne (Waipahi), Eon (deceased) and Theresa (Reno USA), Karl and Jane (Lauriston), Ilene (Temuka), Vicki and Evan (Christchurch), Melvin and Megan (Ashburton), Vaughan and Amanda (Fergus Falls, USA). Much loved Granddad of 31 grandchildren and great-Granddad of 28 great-grandchildren. His legacy lives on! Loved eldest son of Clifford and Susie (both deceased). Brother and brother-in-law of Elsie and Ray (both deceased), John and Margie, and Philip. Brother-in-law to Ngaire’s family, Janice (deceased), Des (deceased), Don and Sheryl, and Margaret (deceased). Uncle and great-uncle to many more. All the family wish to thank the staff at Terrace View Retirement Village for caring for Dad over the last few years – we thank you so much. A Memorial Service to celebrate Leicester’s life will be held at St Albans Anglican Church, Pleasant Point, on Friday, February 17, commencing at 2.00pm.