Robin BRICKELL Obituary

It's the 12th of August and I have only just learned of Robbie's death.

I am so saddened by it. I liked him very much indeed because he was a man of deeply human values and he always treated people, of whatever age, with their full measure of human dignity. Some people find that had to do; not Robbie.
He was also a man of great good humour and it made him a positive person to be with. Then there were his skills of music and as with all his talents, he was a very generous man.
I am the richer for having known you Robie, The richer for your positive attitude, and for all those things, I thank you deeply.

Belated condolences to the family of Robin from a distantly related Maidment in UK.

A truly inspiring relief teacher. I'm a teacher myself now and I have such fond memories of his wonderful stories. He was a real shining light; a highlight of my primary school years.

He would put aside the scripted lesson and worksheets to recount epic stories to us, holding students enthralled. He clearly cared for even other teachers' students and gave so generously of his time, mind, and wit.

He taught me the need to be ready to give up prescribed notions of teaching to empower real learning through the power of stories.

My condolences to his family and friends. Be comforted knowing his life made a real, lasting difference to many.

Condolences to the Brickell family. I remember him teaching me how to play the recorder and our little band at Levuka Public School.



Sympathies from our family

The lovely relief teacher who let us all have a turn climbing through his classic car during his class. Celebrating your life Mr Brickell!
- JT

Here are a few memories and condolences messages from Robbie's past pupils of Levuka Public School, Levuka, Fiji to Margaret and the families.

Our Deepest sympathy Margaret and the families. We remember Robbie way back in the 60s as a staff and teacher at the Levuka Public School.... He was sincere friend and teacher... We shall all miss him very much.
From The Auckland Branch of the Former LPS Teachers/Pupils.





From: 'Atetha Suguturaga', Robert Browne, Queenie Wong, ADAH PRINS, Akesa Schrader, Alex Chang, Alfred Shankar, Allan Ricketts, Alma Taylor, Angela Marsden, Betty Ah Sam, Bhupen, Bob and Vidiya Naidu, Cecil Chang, Cheng Elayne, Desmond and Elizabeth Kelly, Dorothy Kaad, Edwin Rudolph frederick Sandys, Ema Strasner, Hamish Clark, harris dianne, Jannette Hennings, joseph browne, Kaca Kikau, Viti Whippy, Vasiti Fuli, Tiu Bistow, Suli Sandys, Stuart Christie, Rosalind

We all knew him as Mr Brickell too ,and he taught me French that really got me by in Paris with the little I remembered ,
God Rest his soul..

joseph browne
15/07/2015
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To: Atetha Suguturaga Cc: Robert Browne, Queenie Wong, ADAH PRINS, Akesa Schrader, Alex Chang, Alfred Shankar, Allan Ricketts, Alma Taylor, Angela Marsden, Betty Ah Sam, Bhupen, Bob and Vidiya Naidu, Cecil Chang, Cheng Elayne, Desmond and Elizabeth Kelly, Dorothy Kaad, Edwin Rudolph frederick Sandys, Ema Strasner, Hamish Clark, harris dianne, Jannette Hennings, Kaca Kikau, Viti Whippy, Vasiti Fuli, Tiu Bistow, Suli Sandys, Stuart Christie, Rosalind, POWELL Gustave
I've always known him as Mr Brickell. So sad to learn of his passing away, my sincere condolences to Mrs Bricknell and family.
JB

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On Jul 15, 2015, at 12:46 PM, "Atetha Suguturaga" wrote:

I thought it was Brickell, thanks Robert I didn't recognize the name at first. Isa, sad loss he introduced us to classical music at an early age I still remember his stories re: old composers. Taught me piano and even gave me an old organ he had around his house, such a guy I've always wondered where he's at now. He is one teacher that made a great impact in my lifereally will be missed, my thoughts and prayers are with his lovely family. Ateca Suguturaga


Sad News - indeed
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Cheng Elayne
15/07/2015
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To: POWELL Gustave, Ateca Gukilau, Robert Browne, queenie wong, Ada Whippy, Akesa Schrader, Alex Chang, Alfred Shankar, alan ricketts, Alma Vuniwaqa, Angela Marsden, Betty Ah Sam, Bhupen, Bob Naidu, Cecil Chang, Desmond and Elizabeth Kelly, Dorothy Kaad, Edwin Rudolph frederick Sandys, Ema Strasner, Hamish Clark, Dianne Harris, Jannette Hennings, joseph browne, Kacarani Kikau, Viti Whippy, Vasiti Fuli, Tiu Bistow, Suli Sandys, Stuart Christie, Rosalind and Peter Rosa Pratt, Wing Kang, John Kang, Pastor James Chang
Hi Queenie,
Thanks for sharing.

Please convey our sincere sympathy to the Bricknell family. Mr. Bricknell, his passion for music left a mark in many LPS students.. I remember the many weekly assemblies and the songs we sang , were the result of Mr. Bricknell's interest. I also remembered some of the school dances, when Mr. Bricknell would come and take some of us "wallflowers" on the dance floor. Lots of good memories to recall and remember; we ex LPS students are very grateful to all the teachers from New Zealand that have contributed to our the education and gave us the tools to achieve and create what we have today.

Cherish the sweet memories Mr. Bricknell left behind..

The Kang family from Canada

Our weekly prayer group misses Robin. His faithful commitment over many many years; praying for his family in Christ and praying for our nation; done faithfully before God, unnoticed but heard by His saviour and Lord Jesus Christ. Praise the Lord Robin is now enjoying his reward.

Will be sadly missed by his Church family young and old.

BRICKELL, Robin Former staff and students of Rangeview Intermediate School and current staff of Hebron Christian College and former students are saddened to hear of the passing of their esteemed and much-loved teacher, Mr Robin Brickell. He was a gifted teacher and a fatherly mentor to many and will be fondly remembered for his caring input into the lives of many Auckland children that were blessed to be taught by him. Precious in the sight of the Lord is the death of His saints