Richard John Robson

Also known as "Trou"

1 April 1952 โ€“ 30 March 2026

Robson, Richard John (Trou):

Peacefully at Auckland Hospital on Monday 30 March 2026, aged 73. Loved partner of the late Rosie. Cherished father and father-in-law of Luke, Chloe & Adam, and Phoebe. Loved Grandfather of his 6 grandchildren. Loved brother of his 4 siblings. Cherished friend of many.

Messages to the Robson Family may be left on Richard’s tribute page at eagars.co.nz/richard.

A service to celebrate Richard’s life will be held at Eagars Te Henui Chapel, 46 Watson Street, New Plymouth on Thursday 9 April 2026 at 10.30am.

For those unable to attend, Richard’s funeral will be livestreamed via his tribute page

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Tributes

Lots of love to you all. Kindest regards Coral

Coral Lambert

Richard and I lived thousands of miles apart but one vivid childhood memory I shared with my HK reared children was of Richard&Paul taking me possum trapping..a real adventure for me... a highlight. Thank you and safe passage on the last adventure.

Janice Brabyn

RIP Rick. Weโ€™ll miss seeing you around. We truly appreciated all the small electrical jobs you helped us with. Your presence at our fire pit nights and those special whitebait treats will be deeply missed.

Denise & Shane Mexted

Hey Uncle Rick, this is your flower girl from all those years ago. Fond memories of the cool uncle with long curly hair at 109 Hamlet St. So happy to see you last September in Taupo but never expected it to be my last. Keri xx

Keri Hermanns

Thinking of Robson family in New Zealand at this sad time Great memories of Ric living on the boat with us in the 1970s amongst other things over the years Bye mate travel well

Chris Robson

A great neighbour and friend who is fondly remembered. Always enjoyed our conversations and meals together and banter across the fence as well as the whitebait you shared. We will miss Rick during our trips to Taupo. Our sincere condolences in your loss to all of Rick's family. Greg & Robyn Fallow

Greg & Robyn Fallow

RIP Rick ๐Ÿ™. We will miss your banter, your enthusiasm for fishing, chatter and motorhome visits, and the awesome whitebait trades for crays! Hope you're flying that fishing drone in heaven ๐Ÿš€๐ŸŽฃ

Sheryl and John Abbott

Such a shock to hear what has happened. Thinking of everyone at this time. Many memories of family get togethers. It is good to have the funeral live streamed.

Lynne and Malcolm Gurden

Sending our condolences to the Robson family. Rick was a great friend, camping buddy and extended neighbour We enjoyed his company, Lots of happy times spent together. We will miss him coming up the driveway for a cup of tea, baking and a chat. We will miss our camping adventures. Murray will miss those regular lake front walks. We will miss you Rick RIP

Murray and Suzie

Great neighbour, great mate, we will miss you Rick. The friendly waves, cups of tea, garden projects and awesome campervan trips. Great times spent together, never forgotten. Rest in peace mate!

Greg & Julie Heffernan

So sad that Trou has left us so suddenly and way to soon. Off to be with Rosie. We always enjoyed our catchups and will be forever grateful for your part in getting us two to together nearly 35 years ago. I hope you're in fields full of roaring stags and rivers teaming with trout. Condolences to the whole family for your heartfelt loss. RiP Trou.

Stephen and Belinda Robson

Our sincere condolences to Luke, Chloe and Adam and Phoebe their children and the extended Robson family. You've lost a loved dad, granddad and brother and we've lost a great friend. We will hold onto fantastic memories of a great mate and whitebaiting won't be the same this year without him Wayne and Lyn

Wayne and Lyn Jury

Sad to lose Dad's youngest brother in his golden years. Out and about enjoying life. Taken suddenly and too soon. Reunited with his partner Rosie. Take care one and all at this very sad time.

Julia Wharton

To Luke,Chloe,Phoebe and family we are really sorry to hear the passing of Thou and we are thinking of you.we have so many memories of Trou from when I was younger till when we went on a family holiday to cooks beach last year he was always up for a good laugh. RIP mate

Steven,Hayley and boys

So sorry to hear of the sudden and unexpected passing of Richard (Rick). Taken way too soon. My deepest sympathy and thoughts are with you all.

Peter Robson

Thinking of you all at this time. Rick was taken too early and will be sadly missed. Stay strong x

Tim & Vicki Slow

To Luke, Chloe, Phoebe and families. We have such awesome memories spent with your dad over the years. Sending you all lots of love and thoughts.

Tania Ogle
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