Antony Colin Trowbridge
Also known as "Colin"
6 April 1935 – 23 March 2022
Antony Colin Trowbridge
Also known as "Colin"
6 April 1935 – 23 March 2022
TROWBRIDGE, Colin: 06.04.35 – 23.03.22
After a prolonged illness, Colin closed his eyes for the last time on Wednesday evening.
Loved husband of Claire for 61 years. Much loved Dad and father-in-law of Julie and Cam Gillespie, Greg and Angela Trowbridge, Catherine Trowbridge, Pam and Richard Watkins and Phil and Julie-Ann Trowbridge. Respected Grandad of Nathan and Salena, Kyle and Maree and Zach Gillespie; Alex and Louise, Nick Trowbridge, and Elly Trowbridge; Joshua Trowbridge; Sarah Murdoch and Paki Findlater; Briana and Dave Milich; Marshall and Mya Watkins; Haylee and Lauren Trowbridge. Great Grandad of Jordan Findlater; Dylan Thompson Hunter and Mason and Ashleigh Gillespie.
According to his wishes a family service will be held. Messages to the Trowbridge Family may be left here on Colin’s tribute page.
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Sorry for your loss - dear Greg and Angela Trowbridge and family. Love and hugs, Lynda
Our deepest condolences to Claire and all the family, unfortunately we weren't able to attend the funeral. Claire & Robin Brown
My friend Colin I have missed the wonderful talks we used to have about life and our work.and dreams ,My love to you Claire and the family. May Gods blessings be with you all The Rev David Self
Our condolences to Claire and family. We remember Colin as a dapper gentleman with a twinkle in his eye, often with a little mischief in mind. May he rest in peace.
Sincerest sympathy to you Claire and family .. We have the fondest memories of Colin’s time with us RIL Colin 💜 Lynnie and Lynette
Sorry to hear of Colin's passing. Our thoughts are with you all at this very sad time. Take care Peter & Selina Mackie
Thinking of Claire and the family at this time.
To Claire and family Sorry to read of Colins passing Our prayers and thoughts are with you all at this very sad time Cherish all the wonderful memories you share and hold in your heart Rest in peace Colin ❤ Take care and love to you all Lyn and Peter Hartley
To Claire and family. Sorry to hear of your loss. We have many happy memories of Colin and our mutual involvement during the Kaponga days. Our deepest sympathy to you all. Ian, Lorraine Swan and family
I send love to Claire and to Colin's children, Julie, Greg, Catherine, Pam, Phil and their families I will remember Colin for his kindness and gentle sense of humour. Keep the memories of the good times when Colin was happy and healthy.
Older members of the Opunake/Auroa Pony Club will remember how Colin helped us on our treks across the eastern back country to Ararata. Claire supported Colin and the riders too at that time. Thank you both and we will remember Colin.
To Claire and families,my deepest sympathy to you all, thinking of you at this sad time, remembering all the fun and laughter at Stratford savage club, Rose.
Love to Claire and the family. Colin was kind, gentle and a great friend to the O'Keefe family. Our condolences, thoughts and prayers are with you all at this difficult time. Rest in peace, Colin.
Love to Claire and family on Colins death. Just realised it is 30 years since our time in Niger. Thank you for the help you gave me at that time. May you know Gods love and peace at this time.
So sad to read of your loss Please accept our sympathy
Will be fondly remembered as a lovely, gentle man who was a lot of fun to be around at Eltham Little Theatre. Sincere condolences Trowbridge family. Remember all the good tines
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