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Robert DUNN Obituary

DUNN, Robert (Rob). Born September 09, 1946. Passed away on April 16, 2024. Robert Gordon Dunn Well if you're reading this you know I've gone. To my family and friends, thanks for the good times. I've played rugby, hunted, dived and fished with the best. Sat on the back deck with a cold beer and told a few stories. What more could a bloke ask for. It's been a great ride, but now I'm off to the other side to look up some old mates. Rob passed away peacefully on 16 April 2024. Huge thanks to his sister Raewyn and his great mates who were always there by his side. Rob will be greatly missed by Carole, Tanya, Raewyn and his best mates. No funeral as he is off to med school to do some good. Huge thanks to Dr Parhbu and also the amazing hospice nurses and Dr Liu who came to help at home. Any donations to Mercy Hospice please.
Published by The New Zealand Herald from Apr. 18 to Apr. 21, 2024.

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Tracy Redward

May 23, 2024

Sending my condolences. Rob will be up there having a cold beer with Dad (Gary Redward) RIP. 2 great men.
Regards Tracy Redward

graham brimble

May 20, 2024

A true friend for life. Rob and I had many a good laugh over the 70 odd years that we were friends.
As always Rob did it his way. Love to Carole and Tanya. Graham and Gayle

Glenn Matthews

May 12, 2024

I worked with Robbie for many years , he was a top bloke, great to catch up when you were down in Whitianga a little while ago. Condolences to family .

Valma Miller

May 4, 2024

Only found out today. Was heart broken. Robbie you were a great friend. Kick myself I didn't call you back, but we'll meet up one day soon.

Shelly Green

May 2, 2024

I might have been a young lass the last time I saw Robbie but I have great memories of him. He was one of my dad´s friends that I could never forget. RIP Robbie and condolences to the family..

Melissa Dixon

April 29, 2024

Rest in Peace Robbie. I will never forget the strong, funny, witty man he was. I remember various magic tricks that he would impress me with, I remember the captivating stories he would tell, and He never failed to jokingly greet me every time he saw me across the fence. Im grateful for Robbie always inviting my family to drink and eat snacks on his balcony. He will be missed, my family has been thinking very deeply about Robbie, reminiscing about the great man he was. My dad is forever grateful for his good friend whom he had many fishing adventures and beers with. I hope he also has fond memories of the little girl next door. I give my condolences to Carole and Tanya

Kirsty Ellison

April 23, 2024

Great night out in one of Robbies favorite places!

Kirsty Ellison

April 23, 2024

Gosh, our neighborhood just won't be the same without you. You've been in our lives for so many years it's hard to imagine not having you here. We will miss your endless supply of naughty jokes, your sense of humor, your big smiles, your twinkly blue eyes, your words of wisdom and you just being unapologetically you. Carole and Tanya we are here for you both always. So much love, Kirsty, Jason, Elyse and Ashlin

Ryan and Holly Bodman

April 21, 2024

Rob, it was a genuine pleasure to have known you and to have had you as our neighbour these past years. Your integrity and authenticity are examples that will live long in our memories. And we will miss you. Much love to Carole, Tanya and family at this difficult time.

Gary Jeffery

April 21, 2024

One of the best mates you could wish for . Great memories over 60 years, buddies forever, Haere Ra mate . Gary Jeffery

Lena Carleton, Sharon & Kerry Radford

April 19, 2024

Condolences Carole and Tanya,
We are so saddened to hear that Robbie has passed.
Thanks for sharing some great photos.
Rob will be missed by many.

Heather Mike Fitzgerald

April 19, 2024

Condolences.to Carole and Tanya
Very fond memories of our time spent with you all at Tepapa Squash club.
Reat in peace Rob you will be missed by all.xx

Stu n Irene Renata and whanau

April 19, 2024

To a dear friend, What an icon he was, never ever a dull moment when he was around, was looking forward to having that last hurrah you said you wanted. Anyhow ehoa I´m privileged honoured and grateful that I got to be a friend of yours always and will never forget your everything. Condolences to Carole,Tanya n Sister Raewyn, to you Raewyn, I always said he was faster than you , will beat you everywhere, look after yourself best you can too.Kia kaha, Kia Maia Kia manawanui te whanau

Gavin Ford

April 19, 2024

Catch you later Robbie.
It was great to know you and I'll miss the phone calls
Condolences to Carole and
Tanya

RIP
Gav and Jan

Katrina Barnett

April 19, 2024

So sad to lose a great guy ... he will be missed who knew and loved him .. our sincerest condolences from the Jeffery family in OZ .. Gary, Sue, Dean, Kyle, Jason and Tina

Glenn Harlick

April 19, 2024

So sad to hear of your passing Robbie l have lost touch over the years but remember those earlier years at Te Papapa and OWC when l my life was in limbo and you gave me words of wisdom many a time l am a better person for it thank you condolences to Carole and Tanya

Carole

April 19, 2024

Thank you to everyone for your lovely messages for Rob. Rest assured Tanya and I are reading them all and appreciate your reaching out.
Carole

John &bev McAllister

April 19, 2024

Robert Gordon,I´ll miss those phone calls,the fishing,the drinks and the b/s that came out of your mouth,a dear friend who´s name will never be forgotten RIP mate,Johnny Mac,And Bev McAllister

Rob Taylor

April 19, 2024

Whatever the tall tales & stories,
Robbie you´ve always made us feel alive and enriched.
The resonance of friends like you we carry for a lifetime.
You are part of our fabric.
Carol, Tanya, our warmest thoughts and condolences
Rob & Thora Taylor

Paul Hyndman

April 19, 2024

Robbie, my friend, I am deeply saddened by the news of your passing! But you did it, as always, your way!
Too many stories (most of which shouldn´t be told) and great times but it´s never enough.
Heartfelt sympathies to Carole, Tanya and all the family and friends of this larger than life character!
It would have been grand to share one more beer and one more story on your back deck.
Au revoir, mon ami!

Bill Purnell

April 18, 2024

You will be so missed Robbie, there was never a dull moment in your company. You have left us with a treasure trove of memories, one of life's good blokes. Love to all your family. Bill and Karen Purnell & family

Vickie Mason (nee McAllister)

April 18, 2024

Condolences to Carol & Tanya and the Dunn clan. Robbie always gave us such a laugh, that smile and those twinkling eyes will be sadly missed.

Kathy Elwin

April 18, 2024

Our thoughts are with you Carol Tania and Raewyn
Always had a tall story to tell
Will never forget you
Love paul kathy Warren and Joanne RIP

Karen McFarlane

April 18, 2024

My thoughts are with you Carol, Tanya and Raewyn. A true kiwi bloke gone off on another adventure

Kevin & fay spooner

April 18, 2024

Our thoughts are with you Carol &
Tanya always enjoyed his company great fishing mate, had a great sense of humor, Rob & Jimmy Dunn how could you forget them, many good memories, debates, and few to many beers. All our love to you Carol & Tanya. Kevin & Fay Spooner.

James Smithson

April 18, 2024

A great Onehunga TePapapa identity.A sense of humour one could never forget.God speed Robbie Our condolences to Robbie´s family at this sad time.Jim & Deirdre Smithson

Ken and Dianne Pascoe

April 18, 2024

We will miss the fun and laughter along with all the yarns. Life time friends that have shared many experiences over the years. Condolences to Carol, Tania and Dunn family. He will be sadly missed by our family.

Kay Lindsay

April 18, 2024

To the Dunn Family our sincere condolences to you all
We all remember the good old days in State Avenue
Much love the Helleur Family xxx

Delwyn & Ivan

April 18, 2024

A truly loyal friend, always had a great story & yarn to share, we´ll miss you Rob. All our love to Carole, Tanya & Raewyn. Delwyn & Ivan

Tanya

April 18, 2024

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