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WHITING Rex Robert (Gnomey), on March 7, 2021

at Ashburton Hospital, suddenly and peacefully on Sunday March 7, 2021 aged  72 years.  Moyra’s (Maude) precious, treasured and very best loved buddy has gone to fish in new waters, and read more books.  Fiercely loved Dad of Bronnie and Gordon, Campbell and Mel.  Proud Poppy of Brayden, Tenielle, Molly, Lachie and a grand-daughter yet to be met.  Dearly loved son of Maureen and the late Trevor Whiting, and much loved brother, brother in law and friend of Trevor and Liz, Lynda and Peter, Gary and Dawn, and Andrew.  Loved son in law of the late Morris and Marguerite, loved brother in law of Sheena, Trevor and Paul, David and Pat, Marjorie and Andy.  Loved uncle of Lee-Ann and Chris, Shane, Anya and Matt, Cawte and Debbie, Michael and Tania, Vicky and Aaron, and their families.  “Tight lines our dearest, we’re with you forever.” Messages to the Whiting Family c/- P O Box 472, Ashburton 7740.  No flowers by request.  A service to celebrate Rex’s life will be held at the Hotel Ashburton, Racecourse Road, on Friday March 12, commencing at 1.00pm.  Followed by cremation at the Ashburton Crematorium. Please dress comfortably for an adventure.