Peacefully at home on 8^th March 2021 surrounded by his loved family, aged 82. Dearly loved Husband of Glenys and Dee (both deceased). Very special friend of Margaret. Loving and amazing Father of Karyn, Trudy and Geoff Gibson, and Lesley. Treasured Poppa to Emma and Michael, Matt, Caitlyn, Jack and adoring Poppa of Isabella and Lucy. A celebration of Ivan's life will be held in the Ivan Aitken Hall, Tauranga Intermediate, 18^th Ave, Tauranga on Saturday 13^th March at 11am, followed by private cremation. Messages to the Aitken family C/- PO Box 650, Tauranga 3144.