on May 11, 2026. Peacefully at Radius Millstream, Ashburton, after fighting a long illness, aged 80 years.  Dearly loved husband of Elspeth for 51 years.  Much loved and dearly missed father and father in law of Bruce and Emily, and Fiona.  Adored Grandad of Hugo, Freya, and O.T.  Messages to the Wilkinson family, P O Box 472, Ashburton 7740.  A Memorial service to celebrate Dave’s life will be held in Our Chapel, cnr East & Cox Streets, Ashburton on Wednesday May 20, commencing at 2.00pm.