We’re shocked to hear of Robs passing, so many of my enjoyable memories have Rob in them… there are occasional people in life who bind a group of people together… rob was one of those… he would drop in and out of my life and I’d feel better for having seen him. However, there is the time I had a knock at my door at 6 am on a Saturday, Rob needing a lift home, so I drove him, as we drove up to the house Joy comes storming down the drive with a stern look on her face, the drive way sloped, but she was really moving… I barely noticed rob cowering in the passenger seat , innocently I rolled down my window to say hello and she let me have it, full noise and finger waving … scolded me for keeping rob out all night. No good deed right.she said "what would you parents think if you stayed out all night", " i dont live at home".i said. The back story is, that at some point on Friday night rob had got a pizza from Shakely’s pizza parlor, left his wallet on the counter, the staff handed it over to the police, who rang joy. Who spent the night worrying about her son… then I drive up with rob in the car… I mentioned this to Gary, I don’t know what I was expecting, perhaps a bit of sympathy from him he simply said, “I wouldn’t have done it”..Its nice memory that makes me tear up and smile. Our condolences to the family Kari Reinikkala, Lyn Taylor

Dear Kristina, Michaela and Lexy, Please accept our deepest sympathy at this sad time. Rob was a rare individual who's smile, and humour was infectious helped pass the working day. It was a pleasure to have known Rob at work and our recent catch ups. Farewell Rob. Ritchie and Ruth Bleasdale

Dear Joy, Donna, Bill and family Just wanted you to know that our heartfelt thoughts are with you at this very sad time. I watched the service on line and my thoughts were with you. The service was lovely and very fitting for someone who was so obviously treasured by friends and family. Thinking of you. Pam

To our dear Nephew and cousin Robert, we are thinking of you all today as you all celebrate Roberts life. Sending much love, hugs and support to help you through this very sad time. We remember Robert with fond memories of family get togthers over the years. Rest easy Robert. With love from, Aunty Marie, Uncle Ray, Lisa and Kim xoxox

Our family's heart breaks for you all in this very very sad time, though we are both humbled and delighted to being able to attend your wedding recently. This is a wedding that we will always remember and we will especially look back with such joy and love. Thank you so much for sharing that wonderful day with us and we are so delighted to have known Rob and as a result very very happy to have met Michaela and Lexy. We love you guys so much and hopefully you can feel our love from here. xxx

Dear Kristina, Lexy, Michaela and family. Sorry to hear about the passing of Rob and his illness. Rob was a nice kind funny and helpful chap and I have missed him at work. I am thinking of you at this time. Best wishes and love from alex

So sorry Gerry and I are unable to attend. Sending thoughts and prayers to Kristina and family. RIP, Rob.

Rob, We will always remember our times together starting from the NPPS days, you always made us smile and were always there to lend a hand. So many great memories of a time long gone. Our condolences to your family, they have lost a kind and gentle man.

Rob was a great guy to work with and much loved by his team mates. He is sorely missed by the team. His good humour, kindness and supportive nature will always be remembered by those of us lucky enough to have worked alongside him. My heartfelt condolences to Kristina and family at this sad time.

Such terrible news. Rob, you were taken far too young. Wednesday night indoor footy followed by robust discussion in the bar was always a great night out! My sincere condolences to Kristina, Michaela, Lexy, Joy and the extended whanau. Poroporoaki ki tetahi hoa kua mate.

Can not let this go . . . On behalf of Woodleigh FC thank you Rob for all the work you put in and all the time you donated to the club over the years. Never forgotten.

Rob, way too young! Sincere condolences to family. Greg (The Nod) and Julie Hewitt

So sorry to hear of Rob's passing, a good school mate @ Spotswood College and then we met again on the Footy field later in life, unfortunatley on opposing sides. Rest well Rob. Cheers Shane

So sorry to hear of Robs passing. Thoughts, prayers and hugs to Kristina, Michaela, Lexy and family x

Rob, our thoughts go out to your immediate family, you were a truly great guy . . . a wonderful husband, father, friend and man. You will be missed.

So sorry to hear you have left us. Truely one of a kind, a great friend always there for you and ready to help anyone who was in need. You would instantly brighten the day with kind words a smile and maybe a good joke thrown in. You will be greatly missed. Our condolences to Kristina, Michaela Lexi and family. Mark and Wendy Penketh

A long time true friend of the Lovejoy family for over 50 years. Always 'Robert' to us, so cheerful, so kind, so honest and then so brave, you fought the fight and now at peace. Will always be remembered. Tom, Pauline, John, Suzanne & Alison Lovejoy

Sad that you have gone, the fishing trips just won’t be the same, I’ll have a glass of port for you, your memories will linger forevermore, Muzz

So long Rob...........happy times working together at NPPS. Every day was fun working with you. Sincere condolences to Kristina and family.

So sorry to hear of Rob’s passing. He was always a pleasure to work. We sure had some laughs. Sincere condolences to Kristina and family.

We have lost one of the genuine good blokes. Was a pleasure to have worked with you. Will always remember the trip to Belmont in the rain. Unfortunately every gate was shut and as you were the driver I was the one getting in and out in the rain.....you got a good laugh out of that one! Thoughts to Kristina, Michaela and Lexy.

Rob, So sorry to hear of your passing. Very fond memories of a time that can never be taken away. You made our time at NPPS so enjoyable. Will take to long to list all of your great attributes my life is so much more the better for having known you, always missed Mrs O's dinners. My thoughts to your family at this time. Loppy and family Ireland

Rob, you certainly were one of a kind. They broke the mould after you were born. You were the best friend anyone could have. You will be sorely missed by everyone that had the pleasure to know you, especially Kristina, Michaela and Lexy. Rest In Peace my friend.

Thinking of you Kristina, sorry for your loss. Lots of love and hugs. Kylee and Rod xx

A genuinely lovely man. I will miss our get togethers and the reminiscing about all those great times we shared. So proud to be your friend.

Rob, you were the kindest, most generous and absolutely fabulous person to have the pleasure of knowing and we will miss your funny jokes. You were taken way before you should have been and you will never be forgotten. I will always treasure our last wine tasting expedition - truly special! Rest easy now. Forever in our memories, Glenys, Jock & Victoria

Dear Joy, Thinking of you and the family at this very sad time. Now at peace with Bill. Robert, thinking of you with much fondness and love. Be at peace. With love, Aunty Betty, Donna & Family

To Aunty Joy, Kristina, Lexy & Michaela, Billy & Donna and family Thinking of you all at this sad time. Robert you fought a very brave battle, fly free, be strong and enjoy your beer with Uncle Bill. Peace, perfect peace, dear cousin. All my love, Debbie xx

Rob, you are one hell of a legend. One of my closest and dearest mates and I will miss you so much. Your kindness & generosity to me when I needed it will never be forgotten. We had some fantastic laughs and I treasure every one of them. I will look back on our memories and laugh because that's what you would have wanted. So many good times. You'll never be allowed to order food at a stag party again, lol. You're at peace now mate. Love ya. Gerry the Berry

Sorry to hear of Robs passing, he was a great Work Mate Neville Croton ex Vector Gas

Rob, you really were one of the good buggers through and through, and sadly taken too soon. Way too soon. Our thoughts are with you Kristina, Michaela and Lexi.

To Kristina. So sorry to read the sad news of Rob’s passing. Thinking of you. Stay strong.

Thinking of you all at this very sad time. Forever in our thoughts today and always. Warm wishes, Gary, Julie, Isaac, Mitch, Talor and Katie. Xxxxxx

I am so sorry Joy to hear of Rob's passing. Thinking of you and your family at such a sad time.

Rob taken too early, thinking of all the family at this time Lisa and Andrew (Beaker)

Rob taken too early and you will be sorely missed. You will never be far from our thoughts. Love Gary, Michelle, Dan, Josh and Lauren

To Joy & The Ollington Family, So Very Sorry to read your sad news about Robert. Thinking of you All, Love Irene 😪

Rob you left us way to early. Will miss our catch ups and will always in our thoughts, until we catch up again. Love Gary, Michelle, Dan, Josh and Lauren