With the passing of another iconic Totara tree today mate, we know you are now in fine company up there. We know you will enjoy each others infectious smiles and personalities, just remember to tackle him low when you see him - good luck with it. Again, we will miss you but will always remember you. Rob

You Rocked my world for the last 14 years...our friendship was truly special and I will treasure the memories forever.
Every time I've thought of you over the last few days... Purple Rain by Prince comes to mind. I know you loved the concert and it was the last song he played...

Miss you longtime... Love and Hugs Anne xxxxxxxxx

I never meant to cause you any sorrow
I never meant to cause you any pain
I only wanted to one time to see you laughing
I only wanted to see you
Laughing in the purple rain

Purple rain, purple rain
Purple rain, purple rain
Purple rain, purple rain
I only wanted to see you
Bathing in the purple rain

I never wanted to be your weekend lover
I only wanted to be some kind of friend
Baby, I could never steal you from another
It's such a shame our friendship had to end

Purple rain, purple rain
Purple rain, purple rain
Purple rain, purple rain
I only wanted to see you
Underneath the purple rain

Honey, I know, I know
I know times are changing
It's time we all reach out
For something new, that means you too

You say you want a leader
But you can't seem to make up your mind
I think you better close it
And let me guide you to the purple rain

Purple rain, purple rain
Purple rain, purple rain
If you know what I'm singing about up here
C'mon, raise your hand

Purple rain, purple rain
I only want to see you
Only want to see you
In the purple rain

Richard was my best friend in Aspen, CO. I cried when he went back to NZN and I cry now. Much love...
Midnight

Such sad news. Great memories of working with you and Skilled and of course,FreedomAir parties and strawberrys dipped in chocolate for the staff. RIP Richard.

Huddo was such a delight to work with and so very very funny, I don't think one conversation was had where we weren't crying with laughter. He was such a huge character and will be sorely missed but remembered forever. Huddy have a great time up in the clouds and i'll await the day till we can meet again and cause thunderstorms with our laughter xoxo Michelle (aka Britney)

Huddy

My dearest friend - through life, through laughter, through many great conversations, through your best friend David Metcalf, who allowed the connection, some thirty years ago, for you to become my friend too. I love you. You will live forever in my heart.

I am glad I have told you I LOVE YOU so many times. At the end of every telephone call actually. That was the effect you had on people. Love.

In my heart I feel and always have felt an amazing bond - like a 3-way circle Dave, you and me. My love extended to your beautiful partner and best friend, Meripa - the most amazing woman ever, when she entered your life. When your gorgeous daughter was born, Natasha - this love circle expanded. Natasha shines with YOUR light and Aprille, my dear, friend, who CARES SO DEEPLY and created with you together, a beautiful daughter, the love circle continues. 

Mother, Father, Child.

Aprille understands other things and other worlds - the one we all go to. Her presence with you when it was your time to go, was important. She is a pure soul and so loving - the moment you passed, which I believe was around 9.00 am Jakarta time, Aprille and I were deep in conversation - but I am yet to establish that exact moment when you decided it was time to go and it was safe. I will hold this conversation - where we spoke of deep matters, the one where we were connected.

Life is for the moment and you lived this every day.

I am with you on this journey. You are my dearest friend. I will continue love you. I have been burning a beautiful white candle for 3 days now - to help you, to assist you in your next journey. You are safe to go.

To you and your beautiful family that surround you now - I send you loving light and positive energy.

Stephanie Brookes
......on my way to your party - Jakarta/Bali/Syd/Auckland - Celebration of your life - see you Saturday in a melding of friends that span 30 years ++, family, work colleagues - together, for you, because we love you.

Dearest Huddy - we first met at my Rose Bay apartment in 1986 - what a laugh we had. Always enjoyed seeing you and Meripa when Stephanie and Dave were in Auckland. Great fun, larger than life and you always made me feel welcome. Very heart felt condolences to Meripa and Natasha and Aprille. RIP Huddy xxx

Richard, I was given the greatest privilege to have known you and to have worked with you, we only worked together for a short time at IHG, however the love and support that you have shown me over the years previous to that, never forgetting those AZNCRO functions! being able to call you a friend will never be forgotten. Rest in peace. xx Julie

Huddo - mate you will be missed, I for one was drawn to you like many others by your larger than life personality and warmth for people. Thank you for the great memories and laughter buddy. 
Pilko

Richard, you brought so much fun to the business and you will be missed dearly. I remember the last client Christmas party on the Gold Coast where you rocked dressed like Meat Loaf - memories for a life time! So saddened by your passing. Rest in Peace xxx Abbey x

"Rest in peace Huddo. I remember looking up to you as such an awesome DM at IC Wellington. All of us young bucks thought we were the business and you had such a gift for keeping us in line but teaching us as you did it. A true professional, gentleman and someone that always had time for those of us wanting to take on the world. In our thoughts and prayers mate. Gareth"

E ngau kino nei te aroha...farewell to one of the most exuberant, loved and gentle men I have had the pleasure of getting to know. It was always wonderful to have a fellow Kiwi to bash the Wallabies with and although we actually were never in the same country at once, the support and friendship you gave myself, my team & our wonderful clients will never be forgotten. Haere pai atu, hoki pai mai Rock. Arohanui Lisa xx

Rest in peace Richard. You were one of the first to welcome me to IHG, having known me from my time at ATS Pacific. I will always remember your kindness, professionalism and your sense of humor. You will not only be missed by our IHG Family but also your many clients throughout NZ. Sian xxx

Huddo, a legend of the industry and more importantly a legend of a bloke. You welcomed me to IHG & your generosity of spirit is amazing. No doubt you would want to "raise a glass" and I will do so mate. Cheers, Chris H.

Rocky, the world has lost one of the good guys and you will be missed by many. Thanks for the great memories and gut-wrenching fits of laughter dear friend. Not too many days go past without a Rocky story being shared, you are one of a kind. RIP, Troy

The world has lost a whole lot of sunshine.....My lovely memories of Richard which was experiencing my first ever (and daunting experience) travelling to NZ on my first ever sales trip (first ever ever sales trip) in my new role with IHG as a fresh faced BDE.

Richard was kind enough to give me traffic advice in busy Auckland, even drove me to an appointment , mapped me out where to go and how to crack the leisure movers and shakers in Auckland and stayed back one time to help me entertain clients when more turned up then expected! Every visit I had to Auckland it was a pleasure to catch him for a coffee.

I am sure given his tanner in his role he saw faces come and go however really took the time to explain the world of his market to me and assist with some great guidance and welcomed me back on my second (current chapter) with IHG

I am very sad to hear of this news and my love to his family xoxo
Jennifer

Rest in Peace Richard- the world has lost an amazing person - you will always be remembered. Jason Cook

Richard, you were worry about my family rather than yourself when I met you this September... Never selfish, always loving and kind and many beautiful memory of you. There are no goodbyes for us, wherever you are, you will always be in my heart. Big Hug  Yuki