WILES, Robert John:
Peacefully on Monday, 9 June 2025, aged 67 years.
Beloved husband of Monique and devoted father of Mikayla and Ben. Dearly loved brother of Diane, Steve (dec), Vonnie, Jonny, Ricky and Alvin and their extended families.
In lieu of flowers, a donation to Hospice Waikato would be appreciated and can be made online at www.hospicewaikato.org.nz
Messages to the ‘Wiles Family’ can be sent c/- Grinter’s Funeral Home, 3 Halls Lane, Cambridge 3434 or in Rob’s online tribute book on this page.
A celebration of Rob’s life will be held at Raleigh Street Christian Centre, 24 Raleigh Street, Leamington on Saturday, 14th June at 10.00 am, followed by interment at Leamington Cemetery.
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17 Messages:
Legacy – written by Mikayla Wiles
In this surreal reality
a piece of me is missing –
but not forgotten,
a touch replaced with memory.
It’s bittersweet
to know you are free
back on your feet in eternity,
but not here with me.
I’m left to face this piece with grief
but I am not alone in it.
I promise to meet you in the clouds
during a sky-dive one day
and finish ‘The Mandalorian’
for the both of us.
I will eat lots of black liquorice
and admire every fence and digger
to keep you close.
Most importantly:
I am forever my father’s daughter,
we are one in the same.
I will speak your name out loud,
share your testimony
and carry your legacy.
I will smile because of how kind you were
and remain thankful that you were the best father
I could ever ask for.
I will always love you papa –
I know you would be so proud.
Hi Rob,
I’m sorry I didn’t get to see you before you passed. It’s been some years now, but I remember always a smiling and kind face. You always struck me as a grounded man genuine in his faith.
No doubt I will have the opportunity to see you again in Glory.
Blessings and Peace to you Monique over this time of Loss.
Dear Monique and the children. I was very saddened to hear the news that Rob had passed away. Rob was a good man with a gentle and caring way. He will be missed by all who knew him. Rob has gone on ahead of us who are are still on this earthly plane. May the Spirit of comfort minister to each of you during the time of grief.
Love from Peter Guyot
So sad to hear of Robs promotion to glory.
Our prayers of support to you Monique and your family.
Its been awhile since we were part of the Cambridge Elim family, but always remember Rob and yourself with love.
So sorry we are unable to be with you on the 14th, we are certainly sending hugs.
because of His great love
Sharon and Peter Murfitt.
Unfortunately unable to attend Robs funeral Monique.Love to you and your lovely family. Warm Hugs.
I have known Rob for many years having lived in Cambridge for 8 years earlier. Last year at this time I stayed at the Wiles family home ad I went to the field days Rob and I spent quality time together as we had so much to talk about what the Lord Jesus Christ has been doing in our lives
If any of you people out there don’t have that love joy and peace in your life ask someone there how can I become a born again Christian.
Think about this statement. Where the body of Christ meets there exists a warmth and harmony that far out ways the secular media of today
Just heard about your passing Rob. I’m shocked and saddened. You were a legend on that bobcat mate and a pleasure to watch you do your craft. We didn’t work that long together but you were a pleasure to work with. My condolences go out to your family and fellow workmates.RIP mate.
Regards
Shayne
Previous Driver at Curin Contactors.
Hi Monique, we’re thinking of and praying for you, Mikayla and Ben. We remember Rob fondly. André & Yolande
Rob was a godly man with a great sense of humor and an easy-going nature. Well loved and well respected by all. He quietly got on with things and when he spoke you needed to listen because he was insightful and concise with his words.
It is a bittersweet time as naturally we experience the loss of his presence in our lives but he goes on to experience a much greater presence in his.
We had 24 wonderful years together, though not without challenges, and yet I would not trade one minute of the life we shared together.
Faith, hope and love but the greatest of these is love.Love you always and forever my Darling Rob xox
Thinking of you all and sorry for your loss, rest easy Rob you fought hard.
We will miss Robcat very much, his dedication and workmanship were top notch as well as being a top man. Upset that we didn’t get time to bring Rob a card signed by the team and goodies, hopefully you knew how much we valued Rob.
Hi Monique and family I’m so sorry to hear about your loss. Jesus be with you. Anyda
Thinking of you and the family sis. All my love. Mel. X
A strange mix of sadness and relief, family. While he is now with his saviour full of wonder, with quietend hearts we remember him knowing that at our appointed time we will rejoice together again.
While there is sadness in tge moment, there is hope and joy in the journey to come.
Uncle Robert was a kind soul,rest In peace with nana and grandpa and your brother Steve. Will miss you
Love you.
So sad To hear this ♥️😪 Just would like To Pass on My Condolence To All The Whanau – family In This Trying Times.. ❤️ R.I.P Uncle Rob ❤️♥️
We send all our love to Monique, Mikaela and Ben during this sad time. Thinking of you all alot.
Jess remembers Rob from when she was a small child back in the AOG days. He was always wearing a willing smile.
Much love from
Dave, Jess, Bristol, Monavale & Teddy xxx
Mexico
Dear Monique, Mikayla and Ben,
So sorry to hear about Rob’s passing or we could say promotion to glory.
May you feel comfort from these verses from 2 Corinthians 5:
For we know that if the earthly tent we live in is destroyed, we have a building from God, an eternal house in heaven, not built by human hands…
Therefore we are always confident and know that as long as we are at home in the body we are away from the Lord. For we live by faith, not by sight.
He will be rejoicing with the Lord now, free from pain. I pray you can all experience the love and peace of Christ in these sad times.
In Christ we stand