Simon WOOLLEY Obituary

So sad to hear the news of Simon's passing. Will always remember the fun times at Hokimai Bay on Kawau, laughing at all his outrageous stories. He was the best host and always a great chat. Rest in peace, Wade and Charlotte Barrance x

I have only just heard of our loss of a 'special human'
& someone who was dearly loved by many. I always respected my times with you & your 'joie de vivre'.
RIP in peace dear soul. Hx

We were so saddened to have learned of Simon´s passing. What a `one in a million´ human being. From Antoines to Antipodes and beyond, he was always one of life´s special people. Our deep condolences to Margaret, Bevan, Scott and family. Lance and Sharon Julian and Family

I´m so sad to hear of Simon´s passing. What a fabulous man; funny, kind, generous, cool, sweet, clever and such fun to be with. And that contagious laugh! My condolences and love to Bevan, Margaret and Scott xx

You were charming, clever, cool and always great company! Simon, I treasure the memories of our times together in Barcelona and London. Miss you.

May he live well on the otherside. Such a sad read for me and John. Was a great human full of greatness. Love see you on the otherside. Xx Maree and john

Dear Margaret, Bevan and Scott. It´s so so very sad to hear of Simon´s death. My Antipodies subscription box arrived last night so despite not having seen him for ages I think of him often and the fun times at Antoines and the Empire! We have lost a beautiful lovely man. Love Sara

So sorry to hear that Simon is no longer with us. So many happy memories of our cousin connection throughout our childhood. Always so proud of Simon & all he accomplished. But most of all for being the most friendly, kind & loving man. Much love to Margaret, Bevan & Scott & Family. Much Love Deborah, Nicky & Michelle (Helleur girls) XXX

Dear Simon you were a true friend and a great boss. I will miss your calling in for catchups over coffee. Rest in love Kris and the rest of the Byrne family

What a positive force of nature was Simon! We became friends during his Antipodes period and his visits to Dubai. I was flooded in with him one NZ ´summer´ and we snuggled up in blankets and read and talked for days. He entertained me at his place in Mexico. A true friend and awesome raconteur. My heart shattered when I learned that he was dying, but also softened and smiled when I remembered our special times together. You are missed Si.

We were so shocked and saddened to hear of Simon´s passing. He was always a bright light, full of fun and laughter and such a loyal friend to our cousin Mandy. Sending
Thoughts and condolences to all his family and friends Patti Armstrong-Gwynne and Ian Armstrong

Margaret, Bevan, Scott, Family,
I was so sad to hear of Simon's passing. I have such fond memories of Simon being a wonderful, kind, funny & gentle man.
My heart goes out to you. Thinking of you all at this difficult time.
Michael Rex Hooker. Philadelphia, PA. USA.

I was so sad to here this news. I have many happy memories of time spent at the pub and gatherings on the 80s. Life was fun. Free, and full of laughter and nastiness. Thinking of you all. Nurse, Vix xxox

Dear Margaret , Bevan and Scott . Your hearts will feel so broken , Simon is remembered by both of us as a wonderful, warm man with a huge presence, he was witty , clever , warm and completely charming. Nick & I were so sad to hear of his passing , and send you our deepest condolences and sympathy. With love , Sally & Nick Lowes

So sad to hear of Simon´s passing and my condolences to his family and friends.
I worked for Simon at Metropole and have fond memories of making him his favourite chicken sandwiches frequently. I left when he sold the business.
In later years we caught up every time he visited Singapore and my family and I stayed with him at the `Antipodes´ farm.
He was a good boss, a lovely friend, the consummate host, and an all round wonderful human being. I´m gutted that I haven´t seen him recently.

I worked at metropole from about 1994 till he sold it. I left the day after he did. He was the MC at my first wedding in December 1996 because he was the only person who knew both me and my husband equally. I adored him. I saw him again in NY when I was pregnant with twins and I went to his orphans Christmas in 1997. Then we lost touch. I remember him fondly and with love. What a wonderful, clever, brave man he was. My deepest condolences. Love Emma Fox

Dear Margaret, Bevan and Scott,
I was so sad to read of Simon's passing. An incredible person and deeply loved by you all. My love and prayers at this very sad moment, Lauri Clemens

Hi Scott, Bevan and Margaret,
Sorry to hear of Simon's passing . My thoughts are with you all.
Kim Admore

I am so saddened to hear of Simon´s passing. This year Simon so generously mentored our business and became a cherished friend. He will be greatly missed, my deepest sympathy to his family, who he spoke of often and loved beyond measure.

Thinking of you all and remembering Simon as a vibrant, talented and kind friend who added light and energy to all of us who knew him in the heyday days of the Exchange and beyond . Deborah OHalloran