WWII veteran John Sato was the centre of attention during Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern’s visit to Howick in April 2019 specifically to meet him. Also pictured is Howick businesswoman Bo Burns who organised that visit. Photo: Wayne Martin, Times Newspaper
“One of his favourite sayings was ‘Bear the unbearable with patience and dignity’. This is a Japanese motto that he lived by. I will continue to share this in honour of John. Rest in peace my friend. You will be missed around east Auckland by many people you became friends with.”
-Bo Burns
Beautiful tribute to John Sato in the Times this week, truly an amazing man who's legacy is his wise words and kindness. In my interactions with John, his humbleness and gentleness shone through. And his sense of humour!
He will be missed, but never forgotten.
Read the full tribute online: https://www.times.co.nz/news/john-sato-an-inspiration/