Keith BUNTING Obituary

"The Ghost has left the building"
I was shocked to be told of your passing Keith. You are one of those unforgettable characters that have the knack of being the light in any darkened room.
you have been taken far too soon ( only 3 months into retirement)
I will never forget you, particularly your quick wit.
R.I.P. Ghost
Gary Major
Senior Constable F112 ( retired )

To Keith & Whanau, so very sad to hear of Keiths' passing. Though I only worked with him for 2 years he left a lasting impression & just the other day I thought of 'The Grey Ghost'. His ability to stay calm was something I'll always remember. He really was a good buggar & never short of a story for us newbies. Go in peace Keith. Arohanui
Val Robertshaw (ex Police Constable Hamilton) aka Possum

Always a great story teller at arms training and a good guy to boot.
Rest in peace comrade.

Senior Constable Kevin Hearfield.KHE205(Ret)Otorohanga

It was with great sadness to hear the news of Keith's passing. I really enjoyed working with Keith on Section One in Hamilton. It was a great team. Keith was Mr Lay Back and alwayes up for a laugh. Good hard working guy who will be sadly missed. Rest in peace mate.
Denley Tarplett

So sad to hear of your passing Keith. As a previous work colleague in Hamilton your friendship was so special. Condolences to the Bunting family.

Keith our memories of you are of course your stories - and what a fine looking Police Officer and gentleman you were - always someone for younger guys and girls to look to as a role model

The 'Grey Ghost'....One of life's good buggers. So sad and shocked to learn of your passing mate and I remember you with fondness and respect from our days working together back in the '80s. You had an easy ear, a comforting slap on the back and a bloody huge repetoire of yarns to keep us amused. Rest easy mate....

Keith , a shock to read of your passing...we enjoyed being neighbours of "The Buntings" on Ohaupo Road and often reflect on those happy days. I was impressed when you bought the red Jaguar and my sister was even more so when you started combing your hair like Gene Pitney!
Sad time for all your family and friends and may Wednesday be embraced with love and many fond memories .....Hilly, Lesley, John and Mick (deceased )

Sad to hear the news, I worked with Keith back in the 70's & 80's, condolences to the family - Warren Munns

Bunty, I was absolutely devastated to hear the sad news of your passing. You were the best mate. I was so much looking forward to our outback adventure. I know you had big plans for your retirement and it seems so wrong that you have been robbed of the coming years. I have heard all your jokes 500 times over the six years we worked together, but would give anything to hear them again. You were the best, I will never, never forget you.

Having worked with Keith on a number of training courses in the Police I remember well his stories, his jokes (albeit lame)and his benign personality.
He will be missed, but will always be remembered from his colleagues in the early days of SSTT.

Keith. It was so sad to receive this news. I am so sorry I can't get back to say goodbye on Wednesday, but I am in Eastern Europe. I always remember those fun years of the late 70's - early 80's and hopefully many of the old team will be there on Wednesday to give you a great farewell. Rest in Peace my friend. Colin Yates

Keith it was great to have worked with you and shared your friendship for the number of years that we policed together. Farewell old friend. Lester Pope.

KEITH,We met you when we stayed with Isla in march this year.We enjoyed your company only briefly but you are in our memories. Condolences to Isla and the rest of the family....Jim and Sooty Trapski Perth Australia

Keith
You will be fondly remembered
I miss your stories already

Neil

BUNTING, Keith Edward:
Passed away suddenly 2nd August. Treasured companion and partner of Isla. Keith brought such joy to my life and will be deeply missed.
‘‘Kaore te kumara e korero..... the kumara does not speak
(of how sweet it is)...’’— Isla Trapski

BUNTING, Keith Edward:
Suddenly on Sunday, 2 August, 2015 at home aged 67 years. Dearly loved brother and brother-in-law of Pamela and Alan McDonald, Carol and Tom McEntee, and Jackie and Richard Kara. Loved uncle of Jodi Wilcox and Merekara Kara. And great uncle of Ashlah Wilcox. Keith will be sadly missed.