Robert David 'Bob' White

Robert David ‘Bob’ White

Passed away peacefully, surrounded by the love of his family on Saturday 3^rd October 2026, aged 93 years.

Much loved husband of Janet, his devoted wife of 69 years.

Dearly loved father of Judy and Stuart, and father-in-law of Kim and Jim.

Cherished grandfather of Rebecca, Adam, Kaitlyn and Sarah, together with their partners Matt, Jeremy, Sean and Sunae.

Proud great-grandfather of Taylor, Riley, McKenzie, Flynn and Oscar.

A life well lived, a much-loved husband, father, grandfather and great-grandfather, who will be deeply missed and forever remembered by his family and friends.

The family would like to sincerely thank the wonderful staff at Aberleigh Village, Blenheim, for the exceptional care, kindness and compassion they gave Bob. Your support and dedication meant so much to Bob and his family.

Messages for the family may be sent to C/- White Family, PO Box 110, Blenheim 7240

In lieu of flowers, donations to Alzheimer’s Society Marlborough Inc would be greatly appreciated and can be made via 02-0600-0112284-00. Ref WHITE

A celebration of Bob’s life will be held at Mayfield Chapel, Cnr of Hutcheson & Parker Sts, Mayfield, Blenheim, on Friday, 9 October, at 11.00am followed by interment at Omaka Cemetery.

Forever loved. Forever remembered.

Tribute from Marianne Kerwin – 
To Jan and Family, so sorry to hear of Bob’s passing.
He made it to a good age. Bob loved talking about all the different cars he had looked at and might buy. Always said of course, “Too dear, too dear!”
A fond teacher of many students over the years

Tribute from David Roe – 
To Jan, Judy, Adam and families. My condolences on the passing of Bob, a man who brought so much to so many over the years.
I trust there will be a Leyland P76 waiting for him to test drive

Tribute from Jim and Glenys Carpenter – 
We have lovely memories of Bob at Witherlea School, both as a teacher of our boys but also a coach of football for our Andrew.