Passed away peacefully on Tuesday, 5 March, 2013, at Jersey General Hospital, aged 67 years, following a lengthy battle with leukaemia which he faced with great fortitude, a much-loved husband to Christiane, beloved father of Katja and Natalie, an adored grandfather to Miabella, Rafferty and Ciel. He will be sorely missed by family, friends and all those whose lives were touched by his kindness, generosity, chivalry and great sense of humour. Our sincere thanks go to everyone who has supported him and us throughout his illness, especially the Oncology Team and staff at MDU who worked tirelessly for him and for whom he had the greatest respect and gratitude. Funeral ServiceRelatives and friends wishing to attend the funeral service for Rodney are invited to meet at St John’s Parish Church on Friday, 15 March, at noon, to be followed by private cremation. Family flowers only. No dark colours. Please wear something red, white or blue. Donations may, if desired, be sent in memory of Rodney to Leukaemia & Lymphoma Research, c/o Mrs Joanne Chapman, Honorary Treasurer, Le Clos du Farouin, Rue de la Ville au Bas, St Ouen, JE3 2GS or Friends of Jersey Oncology, Oncology Ward, General Hospital, St Helier, JE1 3SQ. All inquiries to Pitcher & Le Quesne, Funeral Directors, Telephone 733330.