MCILROY, Eric Jackson. Aged 81. Passed away at Middlemore hospital on the 21st of February 2026. Dearly loved son of the late Jim and Mavis. Much loved brother of Pamela, Sandy and the late Jocelyn. Uncle of Gail, Alan, great uncle of Matthew and Emma and brother in-law of the late Pauline. A service to celebrate Erics life will be held at the Grahams Chapel on Friday 27th February, West Street, Tuakau at 11am followed by a private family burial. The family would like to thank the staff at Parkhaven and Middlemore hospital for their care and support.


Published by The New Zealand Herald on Feb. 25, 2026.