TR Group is remembering teammate and friend Harley Stephens who died on Tuesday, May 11.
He passed away, aged 49, following a “short but brave battle” with an aggressive brain tumour.
Stephens was described as a “dedicated man to everything he did”. This included his time in the Army from 1993-1999, the Police and finally with TR Group where he found the work-life balance he wanted allowing him to spend quality time with his family.
“We will miss Harley the most for his infectious laugh and cheeky grin – everyone knew just what he was up to especially if there was food in the TR kitchen,” TR Group Auckland rental manager Ryan Robertson says.
“Harley was close with his team and was passionate about supporting his mates to do a great job within our Auckland rental branch.
“In the most recent of times, Harley married the love of his life Trudy, in a private family ceremony after knowing (and loving) each other for a few decades.
“Harley was well known for showing up in the office with one of Trudy’s famous roast dinners from the evening before, and eating that for ‘lunch’ by 9am, therefore starving for the rest of the day – he just couldn’t help himself!
“He made an impact on his mates around him, he was a loyal teammate and friend, someone we could always depend on to be warming up the office with his huge grin at 6.30am sharp ready for the day ahead,” Robertson says.
*Stephens will be farewelled on Wednesday, May 19, at the Brigham Restaurant in Whenuapai from 2pm. All are welcome to attend.
