Peacefully at Ashburton Hospital, in his 89^th year.  Dearly loved husband and best friend of Kathie.  Much loved father, father-in-law and Grandad of Pam and Tim Eaden, Ashleigh and Darcy, and Brad; Leanne and Dennis Mably, Ben and Tania, and Mark and Ashley; Raewyn and Stu Gray, Todd, Cameron and Bailey; Kelvyn and Rachel, Hannah and Sam.  He will be dearly missed.  Thank you to Dr Sparks and the staff of AAU and Ward 1 of Ashburton Hospital for their loving care of Laurie.   Messages to the Pithie Family, C/- PO Box 472, Ashburton 7740.  At Laurie’s request a private service has been held.