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Robin GILFILLAN Obituary

GILFILLAN, Robin Bruce (Rob, Bob). Passed away peacefully surrounded by family on Sunday, 8 June 2025, aged 76. Dearly loved son of the late Jim and Ann Gilfillan and loved brother to the late Peter, the late Marianne, Sally and Alwyn, Barry and Carol and Graham and Dianne. Dearly loved husband and soul mate of Marie. Treasured dad of Rachel and Nigel, Edward and Lynnaire, and Amanda and Stu. The world's best Pop to Zane and Skylah, Jazmin and Michael, Zoe, Sydnee, Amber, Katie, Damien, Dylan, Jordan, Michelle and Rhys. Beloved Great Poppy to Gus and Rayfe. A celebration of Bob's life will be held at the Tuakau Cosmopolitan Club, 16 Carr Street, Tuakau on Friday, 13 June at 11am.



Published by The New Zealand Herald on Jun. 10, 2025.

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Shelley Sharp

June 13, 2025

Very long time friends.
Many many laughs and fishing times with lots of banter shared.
Will miss you.
Sha and Pete

Bev Gallavin

June 13, 2025

Thoughts with you all at this very sad time.
Many great memories of the travel escapades we enjoyed with yourself and Marie. Rest well Rob xo

Lynaire,Phil,Blake, Hudson & Zhali

June 12, 2025

It was a pleasure to see you a few weeks ago and have a good old catch up we will cherish those memories forever.
Our thoughts with Marie, Rach, Nigel, Jamie & Lynnaire and families.

Grant Neil

June 11, 2025

Working alongside Bob on B shift at Steel Mill. He was a good man to work with.

Faye Parker

June 11, 2025

Bob , finally grown your wings. You will be missed as will your cheek x
Son in law of the late George & Gladys Gillanders.
Brother in law of Faye Parker, Uncle to Brett & Justine , Kristy & Otto, Great Uncle of Reece & Abby .RIP mate

Glen Sands

June 11, 2025

You were like another Father to myself and many more Bobby being a big part of my childhood and becoming an adult . You always had time for a chat , take us fishing or have a beer or two ( or three ). R.I.P mate , hope Pop's there to show you the way. Glen.

Grant James (Chopper)

June 10, 2025

Worked with Bob for many years in the Steelplant at NZ Steel. A great man to work alongside. RIP Bob. Our thoughts are with all the Family.

Pam Foote

June 10, 2025

Sending condolences and love to all the family xxx

Kim MacMillan (nee O'Leary)

June 10, 2025

Sending lots of love to the Gilfillan Family at this sad time. While I only met Bob recently his lovely daughter Rachel is a part of our family being married to my cousin Nigel. Sending love on behalf of the Foxton O'Leary family at this sad time. Hopefully Bob is sharing a laugh with Uncle Ray up there as he reunites with loved ones. Much love and strength to you all xx

Joe Lomas

June 10, 2025

I worked with Bob at the Mill many years ago. Many fun times were had back in the day. Was so good to catch up with Bob and Marie when they called in to see us at our campground in Glenavy a few years back. RIP Bob, condolences to Marie and family.

Rob and Anne MacMillan

June 10, 2025

Condolences to Marie and family. Couldn´t have asked for better neighbours for the last eight years. A few rums and stories passed between the lips over that time. You won´t be forgotten.

Garry and Marg McKewen

June 10, 2025

RIP Bob,long time friend of Garry and Marg,long time work mate of Garry.Treasured memories of times in the block.

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