Kevin MacDONALD Obituary

Many happy funny memories. It is many years since we worked together at IRD but whenever our paths crossed Eoin's greetings were like they were just yesterday. Always shared about his family who were obviously so important to him and he made me feel that I shared his life with him. He was one of a kind.muchove to his family. Denise Elstone

I'm so very sad to read of Eion's passing. Many funny happy times remembered9

Will miss your friendly face and banter next door. Massive hugs for Chrissy and the girls xx

To Chrissy and family, our condolences on Eoin's death. Crowbar was a good man, fun to be around, particularly those IRD days in the 80s coming to mind. Many happy memories of Crowbar, plenty of laughs, pranks and drinks, especially Friday afternoon happy hours on top floor of "Perry Dines". R.I.P Crowbar, from Craig and Karen and family.

It is very sad to hear of Eion's passing. A neighbour and friend and part of my growing up along with Sean. We shared many happy childhood memories including backyard olympics, war games, rugby at the Huatoki domain and eeling. Condolescences to Heather, Denise and all Eion's familiy

Many memories of working with Crowbar Always the joker and life of the party
Condolences to all his family

Chrissy and the girls, we are so sorry for your loss. Crowbar was such a friendly guy and always ready for a chat, whether that was running into him at rugby, in a professional environment or just at the supermarket.
Rest easy Crowbar.

Hey Chrissy, girl´s & family, So sad to hear of your loss. Crowbar was always so jovial & energetic. His unique personality & friendship will always be remembered. RIP m8.

Our sincere condolences to Christine and family. Crowbar A well loved, kind, great all round Kiwi bloke. Will be hugely missed by family, friends and work colleagues

Farewell to my old workmate Eoin. I worked with him at Inland Revenue from when he started as a cadet in the early 1980´s until I retired in 2022.
From the start he was a character of high spirits and good humour. For about 10 years from the mid 1990´s he and I often worked on tax audits outside New Plymouth usually spending a week at a time on this work. These weeks were challenging but rewarding and Eoin had a special knack of putting staff of the companies we visited at ease and quickly building a rapport which helped the process greatly.
There were some amusing incidents one of which I will mention here. We drove up to the company premises and while Eoin parked the car, I went inside to announce our arrival and introduced myself to the accountant with the customary handshake. Eoin came in at fast rate and shot out his hand for a handshake. I had noticed something that Eoin had missed. The accountant did not have a right arm with the result that Eoin ended up shaking thin air. A handshake then took place with Eoin having to shake the left hand with his right by twisting his palm backwards. Both embarrassing and funny and all took it in good humour.
With limited time and sometimes a lot of issues to deal with on these audits Eoin was the man who collated all the issues at the end of the day to discuss with the client.
While I was the senior in these audits in later years the position was reversed when he became my Team Leader. Being a Team Leader was a learning curve for him with a lot of stress involved as he learned the job. He developed into a very effective Team Leader with multiple responsibilities. Eoin always looked after my interests which I greatly appreciated particularly towards the end of my career when new systems and methods were introduced which I found challenging.
A great family man gone far too soon.
My commiserations to Chrissie, Caitlan and Phoebe. You will have great memories and Eoin was so proud of you all.
Unfortunately, due to my own circumstances I will not be at your farewell Eoin Farewell to my old workmate Eoin. I worked with him at Inland Revenue from when he started as a cadet in the early 1980´s until I retired in 2022.
From the start he was a character of high spirits and good humour. For about 10 years from the mid 1990´s he and I often worked on tax audits outside New Plymouth usually spending a week at a time on this work. These weeks were challenging but rewarding and Eoin had a special knack of putting staff of the companies we visited at ease and quickly building a rapport which helped the process greatly.
There were some amusing incidents one of which I will mention here. We drove up to the company premises and while Eoin parked the car, I went inside to announce our arrival and introduced myself to the accountant with the customary handshake. Eoin came in at fast rate and shot out his hand for a handshake. I had noticed something that Eoin had missed. The accountant did not have a right arm with the result that Eoin ended up shaking thin air. A handshake then took place with Eoin having to shake the left hand with his right by twisting his palm backwards. Both embarrassing and funny and all took it in good humour.
With limited time and sometimes a lot of issues to deal with on these audits Eoin was the man who collated all the issues at the end of the day to discuss with the client.
While I was the senior in these audits in later years the position was reversed when he became my Team Leader. Being a Team Leader was a learning curve for him with a lot of stress involved as he learned the job. He developed into a very effective Team Leader with multiple responsibilities. Eoin always looked after my interests which I greatly appreciated particularly towards the end of my career when new systems and methods were introduced which I found challenging.
A great family man gone far too soon.
My commiserations to Chrissie, Caitlan and Phoebe. You will have great memories and Eoin was so proud of you all.
Unfortunately, due to my own circumstances I will not be at your farewell Eoin but I will be there in spirit.



but I will be there in spirit.

Crowbar you will be truly missed, our deepest condolences to you and the girls, gone far too soon. RIP Crowbar and have a pint with Penny

Heartfelt condolences to the family on the passing of Crowbar.He was one of life´s most jovial people.He was always great company and he will be missed by all those privileged to have known him.
Alan& Christine.

Such sad news to hear.You were one of life´s rays of sunshine Crowbar.Rest peacefully.Donna Boyd

Sincere condolences to the family. Crowbar was a always a happy friendly face around the IRD office and always had time for you, Awesome guy!
Lots of love to you Chrissy and your beautiful girls xx

So sorry to hear of the passing of Crowbar he was one of IRDs characters. Always cheerful and a terror on the basketball court .RIP Wendy and Jay.

Sincere condolences to Crowbar´s family. What a top bloke - always the joker! I hope that at this extremely difficult time, the beautiful memories you hold will be of some comfort to you all.

Peacefully at Taranaki Base Hospital on Thursday 15th May 2025, aged 62 years. Dearly loved oldest son of the late Neil "Mac" & Rita. Loved brother of sisters Heather White & Denise Bishop. Loved brother of the late Shaun. Loved brother-in-law of Allan White, Noel Bishop & Julie Macdonald.