Also known as "Jakey"
9 July 1989 ā 1 May 2025
Also known as "Jakey"
9 July 1989 ā 1 May 2025
It’s with heavy hearts that we share the passing of Stefan (Jakey) Topless, as a result of an epileptic seizure on 1st May 2025. Aged 35.
Dearly loved son of Brenda and Mike Topless, much-loved brother and brother in law of Heidi and Joe O’Dea and special friend of Jayne.
A celebration of Stefan’s life will be held at Te Henui Chapel on Lemon Street, Wednesday 7th May at 2 pm followed by a private cremation.
Stefan would be honoured if you have a hot rod or classic car to shine it up for his send off. Preferential parking will be given to these drivers.
If you wish to make a donation to Epilepsy NZ, there will be a receptacle in the foyer during the service or via the link on his tribute page.

Funeral service held atĀ Eagars Te Henui Chapel
Our deepest condolences to your family,Brenda Ann and Dennis Alexander
So sorry to hear about the loss of your son Stefan. To Mike and Brenda, our deepest sympathies and prayers are with you all. Sending our love and hugs Dianne and Daryl Christensen
Mike, Brenda, Heidi and Joe An amazing man taken too soon. Will miss his cheeky smile and our heart is with you all. An amazing turnout yesterday and beautiful service. Love Ness and Gilly xxšš©·
Taken to soon, glad I went to Beach Hop 2025 and did a couple of laps with ya in your TBucket mate. Precious memories made, gonna miss our chats on messenger and catch ups when able to. RIP Burger you were a top bloke š„²
Mate so can't believe your gone it was such a shock You are supposed to annoy me for years to come!!! You where a great mate and alot of fun this WORLD IS GOING TO MISS YOU STEFAN JAKEY TOPLESS RIP My friend always remembered and never forgotten Miss you mateā¤ļøšā¤ļø Tim and Karla
Mike & Brenda Such a sad loss. Deepest condolences Stu Atkinson
Brenda and Mike, We were shocked to hear of Stefans passing and we offer our sincere condolences to you both. Our thoughts are with you on this sad day. Love Graham and Veronica
Such a sad loss. Condolences to his family. Always planning the next job on his beautiful red T bucket. Will be sadly missed
Mike , Brenda & Heidi So sorry to hear of Stefan's passing. Such a shock , taken far to soon and will always cherish our memories. Danni
To Brenda, Mike, Heidi and Jayne, Iām so sad to hear of Stefanās sudden passing. I recall him as a little boy with the biggest of smiles, a great sense of fun and keen to be involved in hands-on learning. My thoughts and hugs to you all. Sheila Parker
To Mike, Brenda and Heidi, So sorry to hear of your sudden loss of Stefan. Such a shock, taken far too soon. Thinking of you all, Linda
Mike and Brenda we were shocked to hear of the sudden passing of your son Stefan. Our sincere condolences Lionel and Delwyn Beecher
To Mike brenda and family A good person taken so soon Shocked to hear of his passing. Thinking of you guys with this tragic news. You are in my thoughts and prayers From your corvette friend Debbie probyn
Thinking of you at this sad time.
So sorry Mike and Brenda to hear about Stefan. Thinking of all your family with lots of love ā¤ļø.
Our members thoughts are with you and your family Mike & Brenda
To Mike and Brenda. Please accept our deepest sympathy at this sad time. Our thoughts are with you. Remember the good times and pleasure that Stefan bought into your life. Urban and Christel.
Dear Mike, Brenda & Family. Sending our deepest condolences and Love to you all on your sad loss. A young man taken way too soon. Kia Koha, Billy & Karen Sonntag xx
Fondly known in our family as "Stefan Egbert". Greatly admired by our nearly 4 yr old grandson , Asher. You were admired and always remembered by your special one finger wave. Nice catching up with you at Beach Hop. Rest easy Stefan. Condolences to family.
Condolences to you all. Such a nice bloke. He will be sadly missed.
A special young man taken too soon. Our sincere condolences to Stefanās family May he RIP.
Have fond memories of Berger when we first started as chicken farmers.He shared his knowledge with us as a friend and relative. Definitely taken too early. RIP
We are both shocked and very saddened to see Stefanās passing. We feel deeply for your loss and canāt imagine how you would be feeling. Such a handsome man taken far too soon. Our thoughts are with you.
We are so deeply sorry for your loss. Our love and thoughts are with you all at this incredibly sad time, and we wish you strength and comfort in the days ahead. Murray and Lyndal
Mike, Brenda and Heidi we are so very sad and sorry to hear of Stefanās sudden passing, a loved son and brother taken way too soon. We are thinking of you all. Take care xx
What a loss of a great young man Thinking of you all
Brenda and Mike So sorry to see of the loss of your son. Thinking of you.
To Mike, Brenda and family So sorry to hear of Stefanās passing Our thoughts are with you all at this difficult time Condolences Phil & Michaela Collins
To Mike, Brenda, Heidi & Joe It was a shock to learn of Stefans passing. Stefan will be remembered by our family as a friendly, kind, loyal guy with a cheeky smile. Stefan you will be missed on the boat fishing, attending the grandchildrens birthday parties and just always willing to lend a hand. Gone far too soon and always remembered. Kevin & Vera Broadmore
To the Topless Family So sorry to hear of your sad loss, my thoughts are with you all at this sad time. A true gentleman who will be sadly missed.
Dear Mike, Brenda and Heidi We are so deeply sorry for your loss. Our love and thoughts are with you all at this incredibly sad time, and we wish you strength and comfort in the days ahead. Liane Anderson and Bobby Gribbin
We are so deeply sorry for your loss. Our love and thoughts are with you all at this incredibly sad time, and we wish you strength and comfort in the days ahead. Liane Anderson and Bobby Gribbin
To Brenda Mike and family Sending love and support to you all at this sad time. Michele Rosser
Our team is deeply saddened at the passing of Stefan, a respected and well liked colleague and member of our organisation for 6 years. We convey our heartfelt condolences to Brenda, Mike, and family at this sad time.
So very sorry to hear of your sons passing Mike and Brenda and family. Thinking of you all as you grieve his loss in your lives. Love Jock and Jenny C
To Brenda and Mike So sorry to hear of your sad loss my thoughts are with you at this sad time. Fay Cox and Family.
To Brenda, Mike, and family....please accept Darcy and my sincere sympathy in the sad loss of Stefan. It is truly sad when someone so young leaves us. Much love to All.
Mike, Brenda and all the family. I'm so very sorry to hear of the passing of Jakey. I know what a great guy he was and how much he will be missed.... Thinking of you all at this terrible time. Donna
Our thoughts and memories of a young Stefan. On behalf of Sally (MacKinnon) and myself, Laurel.
Mike and Brenda our thought are with you at this sad time. John and Diane Kissick
Stefan we are still struggling to believe this, You're an absolute good bugga taken way way before your time Going to miss seeing you in the bucket or at the hotrod shows or where ever we bumped in to each other Drive high in the sky matua, see you on the other side when we'll meet again
Another āGood bastardā gone too soon. This worlds loss heavens gain Big hugs to family & All your mates . R.I.P Stiffen xx Hoover - Donāt eat all the peanut butter sandwiches leave some for someone else. Lv Merv & Mary
The world is a darker place without your smile ! Thank you for your friendship the fun times the pickups in the ute, the fish /crayfish , the car cruises and for always being your honest self - You are a beautiful person Stefan RIP and love ā¤ļø
Stefan Topless, what an awesome young man, taken way too soon. Will miss him and his cheeky smile. No words can express our shock and sadness. Our thoughts and prayers are with his family. Our deepest condolences. Rest in Peace Stefan. Chris & Alison Downs
Stefan, I have memories of hanging out at Hot Rod events with you when we were younger. Christmas parties and events with our families and friends within NP Rodders. Rod runs and so many BBQs and shed runs. Gone way too soon, rest in peace. Sending love to your sister Heidi and your parents.
You left us far too soon, we will miss your laugh and easy going attitude. We will hold you in our hearts š

Funeral service held atĀ Eagars Te Henui Chapel

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