John Renata Broughton

To John's family. I wish to acknowledge the items of John's mother and aunt that he recently donated to St Hilda's Collegiate School. Having attended the funeral it explained to me the detail with which he did every thing. Items donated were catalogued beautifully. I remember very clearly attending John's one person play, as a young teacher in a school hall in Southland. The play held the teenage audience spell bound. Arriving in Dunedin my next contact with John was at the inaugural Mana Pounamu Young Achiever's Awards. He was a man of great substance.

John It was a privilege to work as your first floor receptionist at the Otago University Dental School. I looked forward to your clinic with the children and how they sang to you on arrival. The children loved you. R.I.P. John.

Do not gently go into that good night, Rage, rage against the dying of the light John achieved academic and clinical excellence his whanau should be proud of, and I personally well remember John's dry humour, and friendly companionship. We did have a lot of fun in the UMU with camps at Burnham and Whangaparoa, along side the seriousness of study at the school of dentistry. I looked forward to meeting again at our 50 year reunion, but that is not to be. Farewell JB. 1977 BDS Class

Hello John. Your sudden passing came as a shock, and I am saddened at the thought of not seeing you again. You have given so much of you to the things you loved - University, Māori Oral Health and health in general, rugby, and not least the arts. You are a true leader and it has been an honour to know you. I wish there was more time. I hope I can visit you in Hastings. Farewell friend.

Tena koe e hoa John It is times like this when reference is made to “a mighty Totara has fallen in Tane’s Forest” This is not one of those times You have,cognisant of your whakapapa ,through your selfless belief and action nurtured and grown the Totara It is our responsibility to continue to nurture and grow that Totara The University of Otago has recently included Otakou in it’s naming.In my mind it is a fitting tribute to your unstinting devotion to Te Ao Māori I look forward to your beloved rugby team doing the same See you at your marae in Hawkes Bay Moe moe ra John Renata Broughton

Farewell old friend, you were much loved and respected. My fondest memories were never being trusted to hold the Silver Jubikee Gobley and your wonderful dinner parties cooked secretly by Mrs Higgins. Partaking of snuff and a Cuban cigar after from your grandfather, the first Maori member of Parliament. Your Whanau stretches back before Pakeha colonisation and you carried your heritage with pride and dignity. You will be much missed but I was privileged to know you and count you as a friend Safe travels 🙏🏿 Dave

It was with sorrow I heard of your passing John. We were connected by Family threads to William Gregg, the Coffee man of Otepoti ,Dunedin. I visited your home in North East Valley, part of 'Dale House' the original Home of William on several occasions which you had lovingly maintained such family history. Although ten years your 'junior' you taught me the value of the past. Some people spoke of 'never looking back' but you taught me ' how can you know the future if you don't understand your past ?' I am forever grateful for this , your Whakapapa , tupuna . Your Family roots. Our paths also did briefly pass at Otago Dental School ! My memories of You are of an older brother, wise, kind and who smiled a lot. Much Love and Condolences to Your Family, Your Whanau Philip, Sarah and Amanda Gregg

John served in the Territorial Force with 3 Field Ambulance as a Dental officer. I served with him as a medical student , and many week and weekend adventures ensued. Annual Camp at Lake Tekapo in blistering nor' westers was eased with his special "mouthwash". We had lots of nga korero with Viet Nam Veterans which might have inspired his writing of Michael James Manaia, Never one to be idle we wrote a comedy show one year for the soldiers called the Mash Bash . I had the great honor to introduce John to my daughter at her Otagoooo graduation this year. I will miss you John , may you travel well through Te Aka, the far north pohutukawa to Hawiki-A-Nui

Farewell John, old friend. You've left us too soon. I first met you when you came to Dunedin to study Dentistry in 1974 and what a pleasure it has been knowing you. Right from the beginning you impressed me, one of your Dental School teachers, with your mana and I have enjoyed the pleasure of your company on many occasions since. I admired you for your contributions to Maori health, and to literature, remembering particularly how I was affected by Michael James Manaia and Te Hokinga Mai. We were both long time Otago Rugby supporters (nutters) and I shall remember those many times we met, firstly at Carisbrook and latterly at the stadium. I shall miss you. Go well into the great beyond. My sincere condolences to your Whanau.

John the time's I have had a korero with you at Araiteuru I always learn something knew. You were so knowledgable in lots of area's . You carved out an amazing life for yourself , achieved may honours. A humble gentleman, you walked with mana. You have left a great legacy. It was a pleasure knowing you . You will be missed by so many. A totara has fallen. Moe Moe ra Rangatira

The Architect of Thought He walks where deeper currents run, beneath a quiet, searching sun. No need for thunder in the sky, to mark the truths he passes by. His mind is like a clear-cut glass, through which the heavy shadows pass and turn to light, distinct and true—A different way of viewing new. He builds with reason, calm and deep, while others stumble in their sleep. A steady hand, a searching eye that charts the earth and maps the sky. Yet greater than the sparks of mind Is how he leaves his warmth behind. A quiet strength, a guiding grace, that brings a balance to the place. You are a true Rangatira e John. Words can not express the gap you leave here at Puketeraki. You will be forever missed and loved.

He arohanunui ki a koutou, te whanau me ka whanau whanui a John E noho koutou I te rangimarie I tenei wa pouri