Also known as "Rob/Robby"
3 July 1939 – 23 June 2025
Also known as "Rob/Robby"
3 July 1939 – 23 June 2025
Gillbanks, Robert William
Also known as Rob or Robby. Passed away suddenly on 23 June 2025 and is now at peace. Loving husband to Lorraine, father to Cherrie, Andrea, Michele, Glenda, and Duane, and Pa to Rose. Father-in-law to Mark, John, Kylie, and Mike. Poppa to Josh, Mandy, Scotty, Kelly, Luke, Brock, Cruze, and Presley. A celebration of his life will be held at the North Harbour Chapel of Dil's Funeral Services, 185 Schnapper Rock Road, Albany, on Saturday, 28 June, at 2:30 pm. A live stream of the service will be available at https://www.dils.co.nz/s/robrobby. Tributes to Rob may also be made there.
Gone from our sight but never from our hearts.

Funeral service held at Dil's Funeral Services
Rob will be missed. His warmth and his presence in the Victory Christian Church is very precious. Rob has been a faithful believer of the Lord Jesus Christ. With his service, with his consistency and with his love for our Lord inspired many in his way own way. Thank you Jesus for the life and legacy of dear Rob.
Listening to Robs service I heard the words ‘thank you for Rob being in my life’ I will never forget how kind and supportive he was when I was going through a very hard time. I really enjoyed his visits on his trips to Taranaki. I will miss his phone calls Deepest sympathy to his family
In Loving Memory of Uncle Rob A man full of love, laughter, and kindness. Your warmth lit up every room, and your humor lifted every heart. You gave generously, loved deeply, and lived with joy. We will miss your smile, your stories, and your spirit— but your love stays with us always. With all our hearts, Faran, Laurel, and Jade
So sorry to see you go Rob. You were a great father-in-law and a pleasure to have around. You will be greatly missed but always remembered
Dear Lorraine and Families. Our loving thoughts are with you all at this very sad time. May your Precious Memories comfort you all in the days ahead! Take Care. Love Faye Magee and Families. xx
Sadly missed, a great man who was a huge part of my life, rest in peace my friend

Funeral service held at Dil's Funeral Services

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