Grant CHILCOTT Obituary

I knew that he was different when he drove his Ford model A to school every day and got out wearing a tux. He was a character.

Grant was one of few people to leave a lasting impression with me.
Grant was fun to be with and I along with a very large number of my party friends in the 1980s through to late 1990s enjoyed his great music and unique company.
I was saddened when I heard of his death as a bright light had gone out.
He was a very special person and it was a privilege and honor to have known him.
Roger Barry
Friend

Grant - I am at this moment enjoying your album that features songs of Mitchell Parish. This compelled me to google your name - to learn and shocked at your passing.
Within the 15 years livedin Auckland - I so appreciated your 'style' and musical delivery.
I so hope that you are now serenading your current appreciative audience with 'Stairway to the Stars'.

enjoyed backing you on my guitar at all the gigs, Grant...also times spent at your pad in Parliament Street. Godspeed my friend.

A terrific guy. We bought his cd and listened to it while we were in beautiful Goa. just loved his music.
Dave and Janine. Rest with the angels.

I remember Grant playing his trumpet loudly at the top of Henderson Valley in the dawn of an all night party after School Cert exams at Henderson High. Would have been been 1970/71. Special memories. Good one Grant. Rest in peace.Clive Granger.

Almost a year. Can't believe that you're gone so long my bro. Seems like yesterday. Relieved you are not in pain anymore as you endured quite much.
Always on my mind
Lloyd Kyd
Crooner

I have only just now learnt of Grants passing, my sincerest condolences to his family.
I knew grant personally as a friend since 1983 and the old Melba days.
RIP Sweety I hope your singing up a storm.

My heartfelt condolences to Family and Whanau of Grant ,`ChilliBoy` Chilcot,,many many fun times growing up and exploring Waimauku/Muriwai etc,,and ,!!Watermelons,,lol,,They will be Playing Yr Music up there,,much love & Respect .

So sad to hear of Grant's passing. I loved his music and have good memories of my friendship with the family from my days in Waimauku especially my friendship with Beth. Grant's music always lifts my spirits and always will. My deepest sympathy to you all. Wanda Brittain - Te Aroha

Very sad news to hear that Grant has passed away. I had lots of adventures and fun with Grant in West Auckland during the early 70s with "the boys" one of whom has already posted here - Mark MacKay. He was a real charismatic chap was 'chilli' as he was known. It was Grant who first mentioned existentialism to me and the great jazz voice of King Pleasure. Always fond of outrageous antics and new ideas he livened up a gathering with his infectious humour and mischievous sense of fun. And of course, he knew how to entertain even back then. A classic memory was when he became a button salesman. He had a delightful leather satchel with a variety of buttons lined on both side of it. The "boys" present couldn't believe the originality and eccentricity of the caper at the time when he explained his new "career path" to us. But, that summed Grant up perfectly. A real adventurer of the spirit and absolute fun guy to be around. Condolences to his family and friends. A great loss. Old 'westie' Johnnie Walker. UK resident from the late 70s.

I recall first seeing Grant and his band live at a pub in New Plymouth in 1985 or 86. He was dressed up in a tux and had a cane as he belted out "Putting on the Ritz" in front of a small gathering of locals having friday night drinks. I was absolutely mesmerized by this charismatic performance. I never forgot him and followed his career with great interest from then on. He stuck to his music principals his whole career and I admired him for that. Good on him. A sad sad loss to his family and New Zealand.

Memories run deep being your cousin and being a big part of growing up with Aunty Beth's boys... I've always felt proud to be your friend and cousin. All the times you've come along and sung for me at personal events. You have always been such an interesting and loyal friend. To be part of your last journey and seeing the devotion of the beautiful Anna May, Claudia and Charlotte has been inspirational. My love and condolences to your 3 angels. Rest in peace Grant - the universe has welcomed a wonderful new soul.

Will never forget you and your music

Maxine Green

My dear, dear friend and musical collegue. Oh so very sad to learn of your departure. My daughters Judith and Alison both emailed me on Wednesday 21st. It hit me like 'A Brick in the Wall'. It seems only a month or so that we spoke on the phone. I had no idea of your illness. Our several years working together as Chilcott & Behrens will forever remain as the finest, happiest experience I was able to share with you. I will never forget you. To your brothers Gavin & Jeffrey and your dear daughters Charlotte and Claudia let me wish you all 'Long Life'

Shalom from Your friend,

Denny G Behrens, Nelson

Sad to hear of Grant's death. I knew him in Auckland when we were both young, around 20. Lost touch when I moved to the UK. I remember fondly a little road trip to Rotorua we took in a Model A Ford. With no windows if my memory serves. A man of true character and a gentleman. To his family please accept my condolences and best wishes. Mark.

Very sad to hear of grants passing have very fond memories 1980.'s
the band will miss you it's great that we have utube to listen to your music - many fun functions to the family you have lots of wonderful memories cheers to grant

Arrivederci amico.

Thanks for the memories over many years in some special venues.

Also for adding a touch of class crooning our quests on our wedding day. Very special.

A wonderful entertainer will be sadly missed,
Paul and Annie

I always loved your work Grant ,thanks for the memory ..aah and the Tennis .
Frank

Grant our fun loving friend. We will miss you forever. The photos videos and music will live on dear Grant. Colleen & Peter

Grant was an amazing performer and a personal friend. Every time
Every time I think of Grant it brings lightness to my soul.

Grant CHILCOTT - nephew of the late Grace & Erin WALKER, ex Whangarata and Clarks Beach. Always the showman - an actor performing skits with Gavin at family gatherings from a very young age. To know Grant was to enjoy him. Kindest thoughts always from Brian (and the late Susie) Walker, Oxford. (our mothers were sisters)

Grant was always the entertainer. Remembered by school friends as "Chilli". He was the one leading school stage productions. Frying eggs on the tarseal on a hot summer's day with partner in fun "Tich" (Brian McDonald). The schoolboy athlete to beat. A great guy, always brought a smile to your face. I have watched proudly as you crooned through time. Thanks for all the fun. Sadly gone too soon. You won't be forgotten. Murray Lane

My heart feels very heavy and saddened for the loss of an old school friend.
Grant was always an entertainer, born to sing, and today, ( from Sth France) I have re watched some of those amazing YouTube clips- so amazing, and handsome. I hope these memories help Claudia, Charlotte, Gavin and Jeffrey cope with this tragic loss. Thinking f you all. Linda Arnold

CHILCOTT, Grant (Grant). Passed away on September 19, 2016. Our dear friend lost to us But our memories will remain You gave us your deep friendship and lots of love and wonderful music Vince, Johanna and all the Petry Family.