HULBERT Ross James — On Friday, 12 September 2025, peacefully surrounded by family at home aged 81 years. Beloved husband of Geraldine, much loved father of Melanie and Gregory, Loved father-in-law of Toma. Treasured and adored Pop of Roanna, Juliana, Hazel, Vaiva and Konrad. A celebration of Ross' life will be held in Willetts Funeral Services Chapel, 21 King Street, Whakatane, on Thursday, 18 September 2025 at 2.30pm, followed by private cremation. Communications to the Hulbert family, C/- PO Box 2070, Whakatane 3159 or online at willettsfuneralservices.co.nz