March 30, 1963 -
December 14, 2025
Died at home, surrounded by his family. Cherished partner of Barbara Robinson; Loved father and father-in-law to Pamela and Kerry Irvine; David Best and Tracey McKay; Jaime Best and Nat Henwood; Loved by Barbara's children Fiona Robinson; Mel and Chris Cherry and Krista-Lee Robinson. Special "Grandad' to Jackson, Ashley, Aleisha, Aiden, Maia, Amelia, Lucy, Dyllan, Jack and Elsie. Brother of Debbie Watts, Kevin Best, Anna Barlow, and Simon Thomas. Son of the late Marion and John Best. Friend of many.
Tony's funeral will be held on Thursday, December 18, 2025, 1.00pm, at the East Takaka Hall, Takaka.

Published by Nelson Mail on Dec. 16, 2025.