“Big John” -25/6/1949 – 17/7/2026. Big John died peacefully at Ashburton Hospital on 17 July, with his dearly loved wife, Dawn, by his side. Much loved father of Ben and Sarah; Todd; Mel and Blair Horrell, and loved Pa of Mia, Bella, Lucy and Maddy; Freddy and Sadie; Quinn and Elliot. Messages to the Grieve family, P O Box 472, Ashburton 7740. A casual Memorial service to celebrate Big John’s life will be held at the Allenton Rugby Club, Melrose Road, Ashburton, on Friday 24 July at 3pm. In true Big John style, ties are strictly optional and preferably not worn at all. Come as you are, raise a glass, and celebrate the big man himself.
