Chris TOMPKINS Obituary

I remember Chris he was a friend of my late brother Bernie deller last I seen him was at
Bernies funeral .

Condolences to the Tompkins family. Chris you will truly be missed by many. My memories of working with you at republic oil all those years ago - man we had some fun. Truely great times that will never be forgotten. Thank you for the memories - rest in peace my friend.

Chris changed my future, thanks mate,never forgotten in my heart,thanks for the laughs Swoop.

Worked as Receptionist, Petrocrop Rimu Street in the 80's, Barbara you will remember, where I met Chris and yourself. Such a great man, super sense of humour, witty and knowledgeable.
So sorry too the family for your loss.
Julie and Stew Smith

I was passing Abraham's today and saw there was a big funeral on. Then I saw the old flathead V8s sprinkled through the parked cars, the Cadillac hearse and I knew it must've been someone I knew. So I just came home and looked in here and was sad to see it was Chris, a man who had a profound influence on me as a young fleet mechanic at Newcan and Chris the transporter driver. He was certainly a guy you could look up to and the parties at his place in Banks St (I think) were fantastic fun. He had great stories of he and the late Tex Schwass working as roughnecks for Republic oil down on Ngamotu beach. He said that the Republic boss gave both he and Tex Driller's tickets as they left the country with all their gear and they were both set up for life. Chris didn't stay driving for long when the oil & gas finally kicked off back then. He's had a great life since I'm sure and sorry it had to end. Bon voyage Chris, hopefully there's plenty of flatheads and Hogs to keep you busy. Condolences to family

To the Tompkins family,
Please accept my deepest condolences with the recent loss of Chris.
Working with Chris provided some of my fondest memories of my career. He was innovative, always made time to listen & provide solutions to numerous challengles in day to day operations. I will remember Chris as a positive difference maker during the times we worked together. RIP Swoop

Sad to see that Swoop has past,we have been mates for over 40yrs,working on the Maui pipeline, Petrocorp,and various rigs,top bloke,will be missed by many,R.I.P, big guy.

My condolences to the Tompkins family. A gentleman of the oilfield

Sorry for your loss. We've moved alot of ford's not alot left Charlie from auto salvage.

My condolences to Andy and the rest of the Tompkins family. Chris was my Oilfield Sadhu. He provided me a role model, a friendly face, a warm greeting, good humor and a trusting soul. He was big as life and I truly enjoyed and cherished working with the man over the last 3 decades. I will always remember him. Rest in peace my friend.

I first worked with Chris in 1994 as a green 21 year old, and many times over the following decade or so. He was a font of knowledge, fair, a good listener and truly understood what was happening down a well. He was a pleasure to work for and will be missed. Thoughts and best wishes to his family at this time.

To The Family
Sorry to hear the sad passing of Chris
We had alot of Great times together
he was a Good bugger
Don Crossan

Sorry mate to hear of your passing & Rig experiences
Loved working on many of you side valve V8.kia kaha whanau.

Sorry to hear that Chris has passed. I had many entertaining discussions with Chris in the years that I had my bookshop in New Plymouth. Also enjoyed reading his views in Letters to the Editor. A very interesting man.

Meet Chris when I started working on the Rigs he was good
Guy and liked buying a few beers sad to hear about him passing away my condolences to his family.

RIP chirs I will miss you
Simon

A great boss and work mate during the Petrocorp drilling days working around NZ.
R.I.P Swoop

RIP Swoop, Kelly down mate. My condolences to all the family. Chris was an outstanding inspiration to all of us oilfield hands, he offered hope , made things easy and loved a beer. Just a top man who made a huge contribution to life.

Spent many days & nights working rigs with Chris over many years.Sorry will be unable to attend Chris's send off on friday as I am currently in Fiji. regards John Stanway.

Our condolences to the Tompkins family for your loss.
Chris (Swoop) was a great guy and will be fondly remembered from work mates and friends from the oilfield industry. Respect

Sad news thinking of Chris and is family god bless him from the valentine family

A good man has left us. Sincere condolences to all of the Tompkins clan. Muffy.