KNOWLES, Allen Richard

Born August 22, 1945 in Gore (Southland, NZ). Passed away peacefully at home on Saturday May 20, 2023, aged 77, surrounded by family. Beloved son of Fred and Jean Knowles, brother of Donald and Ralph Knowles. Much treasured husband of Beverly (nee Batt) and adored father of Callum, Oliver and Francine. Long-suffering Pop to Thomas, Connor, Logan and Charis. Much loved father-in-law of Jan, Paula, Natalia, Bronwyn and Chris. Cherished family member of the extended Batt family. An Auto Electrician by trade that could fix anything, with a cheeky smile as he served his family and community as Marshall for Marching competitions, Head Fly-man on the original Civic Theatre set up and long-serving member of the Voluntary Fire Police. Allen was cremated in Invercargill on Monday May 22. A Life Celebration (memorial service) will be held the afternoon of Saturday June 24th and you are all welcome to come and celebrate the man, the myth and the legend (location TBA).