Philip BENDLE Obituary

My belated condolences on Phil's passing. I have many fond memories of my extended weekends away, diving from Norseman, and Phil's knowledge and stories.

to a great friend and mentor rip fella see you on the other side

I was very sad to hear about Phil. His work on the Terrain.net site has been invaluable to me. It has been my first port of call whenever I have wished to ID an insect... and I have exchanged many messages with him about NZ plants and bugs. Very sad indeed, he'll be greatly missed. Regards, Jane Percival

An outstanding photgrapher,I have really enjoyed using the siteTERRAIN a very complete and detailed list of plants.My deepest sympathy to his family.

I just learned the sad news of Phil's passing.

Phil was a talented naturalist and photographer and he leaves behind a wealth of knowledge about NZ nature on iNaturalist NZ. While I mostly knew Phil online, I also fondly remember our nature ramble along the Te Henui walkway back in 2014 when I was visiting New Plymouth.

My condolences to Phil's family. He was a wonderfully knowledgeable and generous person. He won't be forgotten.

Jon Sullivan, Lincoln University

Dear Faye and family, Addy and I were sad to hear of Philip's passing. We have so many lovely memories of him, growing up in Stratford, staying in that paddock at Tutukaka. Our thoughts are with you all, love Addy and Debbie (nee Agnew)

Deepest Sympathy and wonderful memories of our youth of over 60 years ago
Thinking of you at this sad time

Jocelyn Croad nee More

Will be forever remembered for his humour, kindness & generosity. We were privileged to have known him. R.I.P. Phil. Our thoughts are with Faye and the Family
Dave & Sue Christie
Wellington

Sincerest Sympathy to you Faye & your family.I remember being told of the times brother Denis Butler went out in the boat with Phil & usually ended up feeding the fish.Good friends.Great memories.With love and caring .Maureen Green

Dear Faye, It's many years since I saw you and Phil - last time was at the club rooms when I still lived in Auckland. I have been back in New Plymouth 13 years now and do wish I had been able to catch up with you. I remember Phil as one of the nicest people back in those Underwater Club days and I have always had and always will have precious memories of those days. Proud to still see my name on the board down there at the club rooms. Faye I am so sorry Phil is no longer with you, but the memory I have of him and all of the club people, functions and the hard work we put in to making the New Plymouth Underwater Club one of the most successfufl in New Zealand. Rest in Peace Phil and love to you Faye - Lynne Hines

Dear Faye, all the memories of tutukaka....think of you so often, sending much love and hugs from Raewyn.xxxxx

Our memories of Phil are etched in our minds forever; interwoven with the Knights, the Mokes and the Hen and Chicks, his never ending array of practical jokes and practical suggestions and his insightful and life changing conversation over a port...or two.

Many of us went back time after time, certainly not for the Norseman's sleek lines or speed or comfort in a beam sea, we went back to see our friend Phil, to be in the company of the most knowledgable skipper and diver we knew and, although we did not know it at the time, to make memories that will last our lifetimes.

Thanks Mr. B

Just one of the crew.

Dear Faye and Family
My condolences to you all. Many Happy Memories of you both when underwater diving was in it's infancy. 143 Pioneer Road was an unofficial club gathering place, in those early days. Lots of fun, crayfish, Paula and fish. Big cook ups. Happy memories. I did enjoy my drink with you both just a few weeks ago and going down memory lane. A colourful character who will be missed by many.
Sincere Sympathy, Allie

Phil was the loveliest man. Many memories of him as our chemist when we were younger. Our sincere condolences to the family.
The Glennie Family Stratford

Sorry to hear of Phil's passing. We spent many hours together on the Te Henui walkway removing the dreaded trandescantia and laughing while we worked. Our condolences go out to Faye and your family.
Valda Poletti,David Clarkson and the Friends of Te Henui

I have good memories of times shared above and below water for many years.

Will always remember Phil when he was the chemist in Stratford when I was young lad. He then left Stratford for Tutikaka Fishing. Norseman I think was his vessels name. Lovely caring guy was Phil. Will be very sadly missed. RIP.

Dear Faye and Family, Our thoughts go out to you all at this sad time. Brian & Betty had lots of fun times in your early Stratford days. Cherish all those happy memories you shared. Love Barb & Bob Thompson, Geoff & Clare Smith.