The boating world has lost another legend, an incredibly well-respected boatbuilder. Dan was the foreman and co-owner of John Lidgard Yachts & Co. for over 20 years before starting his own business.
We gave him a great send-off at Te Atatu Boating Club, which was packed. Eight of his apprentices paid their respects – Keith Eade, Dan Kamphuis, Peter Webster, Nigel Armitage, Chris Lovegrove, Dave Miller, John Hughes and Bill Upfold. Unfortunately Tim Cant was unwell and couldn’t attend. Dan was like a dad to all of us.
Dan was a phenomenal tradesman who also was a first-class spray painter, signwriter, carver, wood turner, pattern maker and designer, to name a few of his skills.
Dan was always very efficient, while always maintaining his own high standards. He once told…
