FITTALL, Michael John (John) – Passed away peacefully at home on Friday, 19 June 2026, aged 81 years. Beloved husband of Jenny. Dearly loved father and father-in-law of Glenn & Nadine, and Mark & Anna. Proud and loving grandfather of Gabrielle, Luke, Melissa & Alkin, Eden, Josie, and Amie, and a cherished great-grandfather.
John will be sadly missed, fondly remembered, and forever loved by his family and friends. Rest in Peace.
A service to celebrate John’s life will be held at Raleigh Street Christian Centre, Raleigh Street, Leamington, Cambridge, on Thursday, 25 June 2026 at 1.00pm, followed by a private cremation.
Messages to the Fittall family may be sent c/- 3 Hallys Lane, Cambridge 3434, or left in John’s online tribute book at www.grinters.co.nz.
10 Messages:
There aren’t any magic words that can ease your pain. All I can say is dad(John) is resting in the arms of the Lord. He’s in peace now. I love you all. God bless everyone
Thanks for the wonderful memories John. Who will I make the Christmas mince pies for now !!!!!! Our thoughts and blessings go to Jenny, Glen, Nadine, Mark Anna and families. From Ross, Sherral, Andrea, Joanne ,Emma and families
You will always have a special place in our hearts papa John.
Thank God that we get to meet a humble person and enjoyed our time together in Rarotonga or in Papamoa.
Akamaroiroi mama Jenny, uncle Mark and family.
We miss and love you from Anne-Marie, Teruina, Helema and Taua.
To Mom Jenny n Fams
Although no words can really help to ease the loss you bear, just know that you are very close in every thoughts and prayers.
Sending our love and prayers to you all our beloved Fittall family for the passing of Papa John. A genuine Kiwi bloke 💖 It was blessing to have known you. RIP always 🤍 Love from “Aunty Nga” and the family ❤
On Behalf of the Capener family our deepest sympathy to you Jenny and your family.
I personally always had a lot of respect for John as a fellow Clubman at Lynndale.
His passing is a sad time for those who knew him.
John Capener
Past President Lynndale.
To Jenny and Family. Deepest sympathy and fondest memories of John. From the Bennie Family (Sheryall and Wendy)
FITTAL FAMILY
JOHN HAS RUN HIS LAST LONG RUN .HE WAS A GREAT PERSON VERY CARING MAY HE REST IN PEACE.
GOD BLESS TO ALL THE MEMBERS OF THE FAMILY
WOODY
PAUL WOOD EX LYNNDALE
Without a doubt one of the nicest people I have ever had the pleasure of knowing. With love Linda and family. ❤️
Our dear Fittall family,
We are so sorry to hear of Poppa Michael’s passing. Sending our love, condolences and prayers of strength to you all ❤️
Eternal rest grant unto him Lord and let perpetual light shine upon him. May he rest in peace.
From the Kanuta & Teau family xx