Also known as "Robin"
1 August 1946 – 24 September 2022
Also known as "Robin"
1 August 1946 – 24 September 2022
Robin McPhee Ambler.
Much loved husband of Gay.
Adored father of Chris and Amy, Kirsten and Stuart, and Peter and Kristina.
Doting grandfather of Tyler, Chynna, Seven, Payton, Kale, Benji, Ella, and Edee.
Always a loved brother, brother-in-law and uncle of a large extended family.
He was lucky enough to be a "Life Member" of the Cooks Beach Crowd, our tight knit Orienteering Family and the Gosford Twins Club in Australia.
Bravely battling illness for a period of time, our Patriarch passed peacefully at home on the morning of 24th September 2022, aged 76 years.
We were all blessed to spend a fulfilling, family orientated life of fun and laughter with him.
He will be dearly missed by all those fortunate enough to have had his company.
A service to celebrate Robin's life was held at Bowls Warkworth, 9 Mill Lane, Warkworth on Saturday 1st October 2022 at 1:00pm followed by private cremation.
Copies of the Livestream and Slideshow are available to view here.
Funeral service held at Warkworth Bowling Club
I am sorry to hear the news of Robin’s passing. I have many fond memories of Robin, Gay and the gang at ‘Flooring First’. My heartfelt condolences to dear Gay and family. Big hugs
Thanks for the video,here in Canada, it was well appreciated, for me the memories of uncle Robin was when i was young(12) I'm now 54 ,he was a very kind person with a great sense of humor.Luckily in 2015 I had the opportunity to introduce him to my family ,I'm glad they got to meet him,thanks uncle Robin.
The Amblers were like my second family when I was growing up in New Zealand. Mr A nicknamed me Turbo Boost. I will always cherish the memories I have of my childhood in NZ which I have many involving the Ambler Family. Thanks for everything Mr A you will be greatly missed.
Thanks for your wonderful friendship during our time of having twins, relationship continued for a while, then our lives went in different directions, you back to New Zealand and for me after losing Rob, remarried and moved up north Bellingen Only then our connection once again on your return trips to Central coast where we caught up with you and many other friends, thank you for finding me again. I always remember your smile so welcoming and seeing how competitive you were in your interests. I will miss you RIP my dear friend .
Rob Our days of sharing Surf and Turf are over but the memories will not fade. Slim and Sarndra
You will be sadly missed Rob. So adored by your precious wife Gay and your loving family and friends. We always appreciated your sense of humor, kindness and love for life and for your family. May peace be with you and your loved ones. Xxx
Much love to Gay & family on the passing of Rob. No more pain Rob, & your friends the sparrows will miss you. Love Malcolm & Jan Howarth
Life long friend of Glenda and the late Brian and family. Foundation member of the infamous Cooks Beach Crowd. Such fun we have had over the years - weekends away - camping - the list goes on - oh and the many Happy Hours which lasted more than an hour of course! You will be missed by us all. RIP Rob. Love to Gay and family
Our very deepest sympathy to a beautiful family on the passing of Robin, a much loved husband, father, father in law, and grandad. You are very much in our hearts and thoughts.
You will be so sadly missed by us all Rob, so many great memories made will be cherished for ever. You will always hold a special place in our hearts, you will be remembered for your great sense of humour and very kind nature. The kids will miss Poppa Rob always at there sports games watching from the side lines cheering them on. Soar with the angels xxx Love Amy xxx
A true Friend and early neighbour (laying carpet at Goring Road) and “Honda at Midnight” !!! You’re a Special Man.. Wonderful Memories…. Godspeed Robin 💐
Will miss the chats and Saturday sports catchups with the grandchildren, Fly free Rob, Murray and Lesley xxx
Sharing in your sadness as we remember Rob Love Donna and Kevin.
Thoughts are with you and your family ,you have a lot of memories with your travels . JUDITH GUETHERT NEE WIGHT
Funeral service held at Warkworth Bowling Club

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