Peacefully at Tauranga on Thursday 18th September, aged 51 years. Loved husband of Melanie. Loved father of Paul and Jessica. Loved son of Audrey and the late Robbie. Son in law of Val and the late Martin. Brother of Julie, Murray (deceased), and Jason. A loved brother in law and uncle. A service celebrating Robert's life will be held at the Mount Harbour Chapel, cnr of Matai Street and Maunganui Road, on Tuesday 23rd September at 11.00am, followed by interment at New Te Puke Cemetery, Dudley Vercoe Drive Te Puke. In lieu of flowers donations to the Waipuna Hospice, PO Box 1156 Tauranga 3140, would be appreciated and may be left at the venue. Messages to the Stanaway family c/- PO Box 650 Tauranga 3140.