A Wairarapa couple killed in the hot air balloon crash will be farewelled on Friday.
Ann and Des Dean were among 11 people who died when the balloon they were in appeared to hit power lines, caught fire and crashed in Carterton on January 7.
The couple, aged 65 and 70, were among the last victims to be formally identified by Coroner Peter Ryan, on Monday.
Friends and family will gather on Friday to pay their respects.
In a statement, the couple's daughters, Bronwyn Brewster, Deborah Gray and Fiona Rouse, said their parents never missed a birthday or a grandchild's sports match.
Born and bred in Masterton, the couple built a home in the town after marrying in 1966, and Mr Dean opened a building business.
The couple were keen squash players, as were their three daughters, and they spent most weekends following the girls around courts and tournaments.
"Mum and Dad loved each other dearly and they loved their family," and were proud grandparents to six children, the statement said.
"You were both taken from us far too soon. You had just started to live and enjoy your retirement.
"You will be treasured forever. We love and miss you."
Funerals have already been held for other balloon crash victims, including pilot Lance Hopping, with more scheduled for next week.
Investigations into the crash by the police and Transport Accident Investigation Commission are continuing.
NZN