Died peacefully, just one month shy of his 81st birthday.

Also known as John John or Bully. A man with a heart of gold, he was known for his generosity, kindness and cheeky nature.

Loving husband of Betty Ann Morunga (nee Sanderson). Cherished father of Teddy, Lee, Tanya, Tracy, Donna and Tiani. He was also loved as a son, brother, uncle, grandfather and great grandfather.

A former long-term resident of Humpty Doo (NT) and Opononi and Waimamaku in New Zealand.

He will be dearly missed. Gone but never forgotten.