Erskine Russell John 31 March 1932 - 17 April 2020 (Formerly of Otatara) Died peacefully in a spirit of thankfulness in the care of his family, at home in Invercargill. Dearly loved husband of Shirley for 64 years. Much loved and cherished dad and father in law of Greg and Julie, John and Kay, Deirdre and Peter Simpson, Simon and Joy, Adam and Donella. Loving Grandad of Phil and Ella, Jess and Isaac, and Riley; Naomi, Ben and Mandy, Jacob and Olivia; Daniel, Hannah and Timothy; Daniel and Nathan; Dylan, Hayley, Bradley and Alicia. Loving Great grandad of Evie, Lilah, Callyn and Scarlett; Violet and Archie. Son of Harold* and Ann*, brother and brother in law of Fay* and Ray* McIntosh, Ronnie* and Bette (Melbourne). Son in law of Eric* and Elsie* Bennett, Loved brother in law of Joan and Allan* Green, Stewart and Robyn (Ashburton). A loved uncle of all his nieces and nephews. A private family memorial service will be held at a later date. Messages to the Erskine Family, 8 David St , Hawthorndale, Invercargill 9810 or email gjr.erskine@xtra.co.nz *denotes deceased