McILROY, Colin Ernest. Passed away peacefully on Monday, 29th September 2025, in his 90th year at Kimihia Rest Home, surrounded by his loving whânau. Dearly loved husband of Waimarie. Cherished father and father-in-law of Martin and Jane, Shirley and Stephen, Karen and Ernest (deceased), Steven and Mercedes, Monica and Tom, Shane and Sonia, Paula and Eric, Raewyn and Steven. Treasured Koro to 77 mokopuna. Colin will be deeply missed and forever remembered with love. A service to celebrate Colin's life will be held at the Lakeside Christian Life Centre, 1 Emmanuel Place, Huntly, on Friday 3rd October at 11:00am, followed by a private cremation. All communications to the McIlroy Family C/- P O Box 147, Huntly 3740.

Published by The New Zealand Herald on Oct. 1, 2025.