ERCEG Lennard Owen (Len) — Passed away peacefully on 18th February 2026 at Whakatane Hospital aged 84 years. Dearly loved husband of Anne, adored father and father-in-law of Nichola and Rob and Stefan and Tracy, loved stepfather of Andrew and Roxanne. Much loved Dida of Jordan and Brady, Kayleigh, Alex and Jack and Latisha, and best doggy dad of Miss Daisy.
He was a strong, loyal, independent man with a wicked sense of humour and we will miss him immensely. Two holes in one, two and a half months short of his and Annie's 60th wedding anniversary. He could have waited. His final party will be held at Ohope Golf Club, 541 Harbour Road, Ohope on Monday 23rd February 2026 at 2pm, followed by a private cremation. Pocivao u miru. In lieu of flowers donations can be made to St John's Whakatane or can be left at the service. Communications to the Erceg family, C/- PO Box 2070, Whakatane 3159 or online at willettsfuneralservices.co.nz