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ROBERTS, Tony (Anthony)


Suddenly on September 29th 2021 at his home, Bungador.

Dearly loved husband of Trish. Loved father and father in law of Sarah, Natalie and Andrea, and David. Loved Pa of Louis and Thomas; Landon, Quinann and Llywelyn.

Funeral notice


Service

Wednesday October 20, 2021

The Funeral of Mr. Tony Roberts will be live-streamed on Wednesday, October 20, 2021 commencing at 11am.

To view the live-stream, click here.

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  1. I would just like to add my bit to the words above. My Band, CoolChange, played at quite a few Hangar partys and always felt like we were playing for Family. Such great times stored in the memory.
    RIP Trish & Tony

    Glenn Braithwaite

    July 28, 2022 10:45 am

  2. Very sad news; I knew Tony when I was young bloke starting out - he was very knowledgeable in a raft of areas , helpful, generous with his time, and very good company over a beer. A curious intellect with a brain to match it. Time waits for no man.
    R.I.P.
    Pat Hickey

    Pat Hickey

    November 18, 2021 10:51 am

  3. Mis condolencia a la familia del señor Roberts desde Honduras un apasionado por los land cruiser siempre en el corazon de su familia y amigos

    Marco Tulio Lazo

    November 06, 2021 1:44 am

  4. Dear Roberts Family, we are still shocked and sadden by this news. You have been a second family to me, Tony was and always will be an important person in my life. Such an amazing man who taught me so much and was the perfect mentor as I was growing up. I always enjoyed the conversations and relished the wisdom he passed on. Our thoughts are with you in this time. James, Cameron, Gill Sutherland

    James Sutherland

    October 20, 2021 11:58 am

  5. Dear Trish and family. My deepest sympathy on Tony's passing. Sending you much love and thoughts at this very sad time.
    Love Sue and boys

    Sue Lee

    October 20, 2021 11:06 am

  6. Fly high Tony safe travels love Sue Rob & the Jamieson Family

    Sue Jamieson

    October 20, 2021 7:05 am

  7. Dear Trish, David, Sarah, Natalie and families Sincere sympathy to you all on Tony’s passing. We have unforgettable memories of Tony an adventurer so clever kind and fun loving. He took us on fabulous flights, hosted wonderful hangar parties with bands and shared so much knowledge about life on his farm. A giant of a man he will be sadly missed. All our love Tim Jane and Richard Hughes.

    Tim And Jane Hughes

    October 19, 2021 9:07 pm

  8. At this incredibly sad time, we are sending all our love to Trish, Natalie, Sarah, Dave and the entire family. I have the distinct memory of turning from the dance floor mid-dance, late in the evening, to see Tony kicking back in his seat, with a beaming smile on his face (partially hidden by moustache of course), which conveyed the sheer satisfaction of successfully pulling off another wild Hangar Party!
    Our thoughts and love are with you all

    Piran & Carly Gartner

    October 19, 2021 6:13 pm

  9. To our dear friends in the Roberts family
    Our memories of a great friend will never be forgotten
    We have known you for 40 years and can say this shocking news has been devastating. Over these years we can say Tony was the most significant and influential person we have ever met, a man of incredible wisdom and knowledge, a man of great compassion and gratitude, a man of creativity and understanding beyond any expectation. To say he was a roll model would be an underestimate, but a mentor yes. From his incredible skills in aviation and engineering to his ability to enjoy and share with others we can only say thank you.
    The most incredible man I’ve ever had the privilege of knowing, thank you my dear mate,
    Love to Trish, Sarah, Natalie, David and family
    Wish we could be with you,
    John, Uci, Sarah, Emma, Jasmine. XXXXX

    John Louis

    October 19, 2021 4:47 am

  10. Dear Roberts Family,
    I'm very sorry for your loss, he was a great man and achieved many great things in his life. His friendship to our family meant alot. I cannot fathom what you are all going through at the moment. I will miss him greatly. Thinking of you all during this challenging time. Love Alistair.

    Alistair McIntosh

    October 18, 2021 8:29 pm

  11. Thoughts to all Tony’s family and friends. A toast to our absent friend. We will never forget. A great aviator and mentor. A great inventor.
    A most exceptional family man will be greatly missed.
    Let’s hope he can hit all those clay pigeons in the clear blue sky.
    Generally well handled, minor points discussed.

    Capt Geoffrey and Annie Dempster

    Geoffrey Dempster

    October 18, 2021 12:07 pm

  12. Dear Trish, David, Sarah and Natalie and families. We are so sad to hear of the passing of Tony. A really lovely man, hugely talented and immensely kind and generous. All our love, Anne and Barry Gartner

    Barry Gartner

    October 18, 2021 11:42 am

  13. Dear Trish, David, Sarah, Natalie and families,
    We are so very sorry of the passing of Tony. He was such a friendly man and always had time to pass on his extensive knowledge.
    Bevin will always remember when Tony and Trish pulled up on the road while we were crossing our cows and Tony zoomed up and flipped Bevin the bird being a funny bugger. Bevin didn't think it was funny at the time until he realised who it was! We have enjoyed the many laughs about that episode since!
    We are thinking of you all during this difficult time.
    Bevin, Emma, Conor, Vivienne and Thea Smith

    Emma Smith

    October 18, 2021 7:41 am

  14. My deepest condolences to family and friends. I really enjoyed Tony's company he always made time for us and would make sure I understand what he was teaching me. To me you were the perfect gentleman. I'll honesty miss your company and wish I could of known you better

    Ken Spillard

    October 18, 2021 6:39 am

  15. Dear Roberts family,
    I am saddened to hear the passing of Tony.
    I know he was greatly admired and loved by his family and have no doubt those around him in his life.
    He will be greatly missed.
    Sending my condolences to his family.

    Michael Godding

    October 18, 2021 12:10 am

  16. Dear TR, David and the kids, Nats, Andrea and the boys and dear Sarah, I am incredibly sad for your loss. Tony was one of a kind and truly one of the kindest most gentle of men. My heart breaks for such an extraordinary loss to all. May you find comfort and peace and carry on with the strength and grace the way Tony would want, the way he lived. He loved his family greatly and his love for TR was limitless.

    Kimberly Schmidt

    October 17, 2021 9:43 pm

  17. I was sorry to read of Tony's passing. I only met him briefly but what I took away was the impression of a good man who absolutely adored his family and was adored by them. Blue skies and tailwinds to you, Sir and my deepest condolences to the Roberts's family.

    Caroline Larrouilh

    October 17, 2021 9:41 pm

  18. Dear Trish, Sarah, Natalie, David, Andrea and kids. I was very sorry to hear of Tony’s passing. I will always remember our flights over Dromana when we were young. He would buzz the house so that we could see the family waving and purposely twist and turn the plane to make us scream with excitement. Thinking of you all at this time. Rebecca

    Rebecca Jamieson

    October 17, 2021 7:02 pm

  19. Dear Trish and Family ,
    Very sorry to hear of Tony's passing. Always such a friendly and genuine person. Everyone here at Neals Haulage will miss delivering out to Tony.
    Love
    Leigh and Molly Neal

    Molly Neal

    October 13, 2021 1:59 pm

  20. To Trish ,Sarah ,Natalie, David and familys please accept out deepest symapathy on the loss of a highly respected aviator ,engineer and family man. Gordon and Jan Wilson

    Gordon Wilson

    October 11, 2021 1:52 pm

  21. My condolences to Trish, David, Sarah, Natalie and family I have known Tony for many years now such a gentleman and one of the most knowledgeable and clever tradesmen I've ever known and a fantastic fella he would do anything for you nothing was ever a problem I hope Trish, David and the girls keep the Roberts tradition going definitely will be very sadly missed!!!

    Dale Skinner

    October 10, 2021 11:13 pm

  22. My deepest sympathies are with you guys at this very sad time I am sending all my love your way
    Love always
    Roshelle Anson and family xxoo

    Roshelle Anson

    October 10, 2021 3:41 pm

  23. Dear Trish and family Stuart and Mary Neal of of Neal’s Transport who worked with Tony in the past would like to offer our deepest sympathy We though of him as such a wonderful man and are so sad of his passing Love to you all Stuart and Mary

    Stuart And Mary Neal

    October 09, 2021 9:19 pm

  24. Dear Trish, David, Sarah, Natalie and families,
    Sending our deepest sympathy to you all.
    Hold dear your beautiful memories of a lovely man,
    Husband, Father, Father-in-law and Pa.
    A very remarkable person.
    Thinking of you all at this difficult time,
    Chris and Trish Parker

    Trish Parker

    October 09, 2021 9:19 am

  25. Dear Trish, Sarah, Natalie, David and families
    Our heartfelt thoughts are with you all. The world is a lesser place because of Tony’s passing. We have wonderful memories of a man whose wit and far thinking will not be forgotten.. Lots of great memories.
    John and Kate Woodward

    Kate Woodward

    October 08, 2021 9:01 pm

  26. ROBERTS. Tony
    What wonderful memories we have shared with you and Trish and the family. From the great parties in the aeroplane hanger, everyone dancing and enjoying great wine, food, music, and friendship. To going on some wonderful plane flights, which we feel was a privilege.
    Most of all, just being a great bloke,who was always
    generous with his time and expertise. You will be greatly missed.
    To Trish,
    Sarah, Natalie, David and families we send heartfelt sympathies.
    From Bill and Lyn McLennan,
    Luke, Tamzin,
    Shea, Kylie, Ally and Imogen.
    Courtney, Clinton, and Jack.

    Lyn McLennan

    October 08, 2021 12:46 pm

  27. Deepest sympathy to all your family Trish from Marjorie Hamilton your former Process Server.

    Marjorie Hamilton

    October 08, 2021 11:50 am