At Ashburton, suddenly, aged 74 years.  Dearly loved fiancé of Shona Butterick, loved father and father in law of Michael and Heidi, and Theresa and Craig Roulston.  Loved and cherished Grandad of Macie; Jorja, and Sam. “Rest in Peace, will be sadly missed.” Messages to the Hawke family c/- P O Box 472, Ashburton 7740. Donations to Ashburton St John would be much appreciated and may be left at the service.  Special thanks to Ashburton Hospital AAU staff, St John Ambulance and Ashburton Fire Brigade. A service to farewell Howard will be held at Our Chapel, cnr East & Cox Streets, Ashburton on Thursday 7 June, commencing at 2.30pm.  Followed by private cremation at the Ashburton Crematorium.