Robert MCNEIL Obituary

I first knew Bob when I lived in London when I was 20 years old. That was 58 years ago. He was a lovely man, so gentle and good-natured. I am thinking of Jeanette and their family today,

Sympathy to Bobs family from Anne Pilkinton Nee Mcneil

Dear Jeanette, we are thinking of you and your family on this sad day, and send our deepest condolences and love to all. RIP Senor Roberto McNeil. Happy memories.

So many memories, so many stories, so many jokes that only he and I know.
I miss you Bob.....Very much
My utmost condolences to Jeanette and the family. The world was a far better place for having Bob in it.

To Jeanette and family my condolences. Bob was a wonderful man caring and funny. A true gentleman! I will miss him

Jeanette & Family I was shocked to hear of Bob's death. Mum and Dad really loved Bob and had many good nights out partying and sharing stories always full of humor. You are ALL Strong in my thoughts xxx

Jeanette and family my deepest condolences .
Bob was a wonderful person.

Bob is fondly remembered by many in Hawera and South Taranaki. He was my teacher and rugby coach and a lovely guy. Deepest sympathies to the family

My sincere condolences on the passing of Bob a much respected News Editor at Radio Waikato.
Brian Turner

Sympathy to all of Bob's family.
From Anne Pilkinton (nee McNeil) of Whakatane

Respected News Editor at Radio Waikato

Vale Bob
I will be forever grateful that you took a punt in 1974, as the news editor at Radio Waikato, and hired a wannabe reporter with no training or experience which kick-started my career in journalism. Our paths would cross again 20 years later at 3 News, with fond memories of your sense of humour and love of a good yarn. My condolences to Jeanette, Sacha and family. Opo

Considerable respect for Bob. First met Bob when he taught at Okaiawa School in South Taranaki with me.Remember him as a talented sports person. At the annual swimming sports "Teachers versus Parents Relay" Bob demonstrated his smooth style. I remember him telling me he played for Taranaki Maoris. I said " I don't remember seeing your name in the programme to which he replied" I was T.Mokai " A tribute to the local pa site and scene of a major battle turaturamokai ( hope that's the right spelling).Deeply saddened to hear how Bob's final years were blighted by such a terrible disease. Sincere condolences to Jeanette and family.