tributes
Posted by Vanessa Way on Jun 2, 2008
You will always be remembered for your happy, positive presence and friendship, along with our similar passion for horses. May you ride on. My deepest sympathy to Trent\'s family, and all the people lucky enough to have known this special person.
You will always be remembered for your happy, positive presence and friendship, along with our similar passion for horses. May you ride on. My deepest sympathy to Trent\'s family, and all the people lucky enough to have known this special person.
Posted by Alan S Ottaway on Jun 2, 2008
Look not where I was For I am not there My spirit is free I am everywhere In the air that you breathe In the sounds that you hear Don't cry for me My spirit is near I'll watch for you From the other side I'll be the one running New friends by my side Smile at my memory Remember in your heart This isn't the end It's a brand new start
Look not where I was For I am not there My spirit is free I am everywhere In the air that you breathe In the sounds that you hear Don't cry for me My spirit is near I'll watch for you From the other side I'll be the one running New friends by my side Smile at my memory Remember in your heart This isn't the end It's a brand new start
Posted by Doug and Betty Simpson - Oman on Jun 2, 2008
Trent was a young man in the prime of his life and it is obvious from reading the tributes on this web page that he touched many people. This is especially evident over the recent years since he travelled overseas from New Zealand and made his mark on the world with his great photography and ability to help people. Although Betty and I had no recent contact with Trent in recent years; during their weekly phone calls between New Zealand and Oman Trish kept Betty up to date on his travels. Our early memories of him as a young man growing up in Taranaki are now coming into focus – just as a photographer will clear away the blurred image on a good photo, we can all now look back and see that even in his early days Trent was showing the signs that he was indeed a rare and special person. His humility and unassuming ways meant that many of us had no idea of the successful career and reputation he was building for himself. Betty and I feel a great sense of loss at his passing and this loss is more profound without the closeness of immediate family to help ease the pain. Our large extended family has lost a shining star. Our deepest and heartfelt condolences to Trish, Mike and Nicola.
Trent was a young man in the prime of his life and it is obvious from reading the tributes on this web page that he touched many people. This is especially evident over the recent years since he travelled overseas from New Zealand and made his mark on the world with his great photography and ability to help people. Although Betty and I had no recent contact with Trent in recent years; during their weekly phone calls between New Zealand and Oman Trish kept Betty up to date on his travels. Our early memories of him as a young man growing up in Taranaki are now coming into focus – just as a photographer will clear away the blurred image on a good photo, we can all now look back and see that even in his early days Trent was showing the signs that he was indeed a rare and special person. His humility and unassuming ways meant that many of us had no idea of the successful career and reputation he was building for himself. Betty and I feel a great sense of loss at his passing and this loss is more profound without the closeness of immediate family to help ease the pain. Our large extended family has lost a shining star. Our deepest and heartfelt condolences to Trish, Mike and Nicola.
Posted by Rebecca on Jun 2, 2008
You are in my prayers. I am so sorry for you loss.
You are in my prayers. I am so sorry for you loss.
Posted by robina and the whittaker whanau on Jun 2, 2008
Congratulations Trent, you lived a remarkable life. Your warm smile and tender nature touched the hearts of all who knew you. Your love and support always surrounded those closest to you, your family. You were appreciated and celebrated. You will be greatly missed and remembered as one of the worlds most beautiful people. Kia Kaha to my dear friend Nicola and may you gather your strength in this dark hour from your whanau and friends. Our warm and loving thoughts are with Nikki and the Keegan family at this time. Arohanui
Congratulations Trent, you lived a remarkable life. Your warm smile and tender nature touched the hearts of all who knew you. Your love and support always surrounded those closest to you, your family. You were appreciated and celebrated. You will be greatly missed and remembered as one of the worlds most beautiful people. Kia Kaha to my dear friend Nicola and may you gather your strength in this dark hour from your whanau and friends. Our warm and loving thoughts are with Nikki and the Keegan family at this time. Arohanui
Posted by Kellie Lambert on Jun 2, 2008
My heart is heavy with sorrow. One person trying to make difference and capturing it on film. My days with you in Ireland and the gentle meaningful moments shared will be treasured always. You really are one in a million loved by so many. I was blessed to know you. My heart goes out to your family and all those who knew and loved you as I did. RIP knowing you touched the lives of many in all you stood for. You will be missed but not forgotten.
My heart is heavy with sorrow. One person trying to make difference and capturing it on film. My days with you in Ireland and the gentle meaningful moments shared will be treasured always. You really are one in a million loved by so many. I was blessed to know you. My heart goes out to your family and all those who knew and loved you as I did. RIP knowing you touched the lives of many in all you stood for. You will be missed but not forgotten.
Posted by Joanna Outhwaite on Jun 2, 2008
Words don't describe this heaviness. I haven't seen Trent in many years but enjoyed his random emails, adventures and that massive smile on his facebook profile. To Trish, MIke, Nicola and Scott, my deepest sympathies. To my Edinburgh family, my love and thoughts are with you. The memories will always be there. Trent, you beautiful gentle happy man, you will be missed.
Words don't describe this heaviness. I haven't seen Trent in many years but enjoyed his random emails, adventures and that massive smile on his facebook profile. To Trish, MIke, Nicola and Scott, my deepest sympathies. To my Edinburgh family, my love and thoughts are with you. The memories will always be there. Trent, you beautiful gentle happy man, you will be missed.
Posted by jim lowth on Jun 1, 2008
Posted by Dave Lawrence on Jun 1, 2008
I had the pleasure of meeting Trent when he first moved to Galway about 7 years ago. He gave such an extremely firm handshake, making me think, 'this guy could be extremely sound'. . . I was right. We became very good friends. He laughed so loud at my stupid jokes, we always had fun. He always was happy and optimistic, considerate and very generous. He loved life and lived it. He'd have a bbq in the rain, singing and dancing as he flipped his new melon, tofu and pork creation. He was always busy, whether it was chasing a news story, or chasing a skirt. He took me rock climbing, kayaking, camping, getting lost, we went snorkling, fishing, we went to festivals and parties. We had great fun. For Trent everything was "Fantastic". Every chore done with a smile and a joke. He loved to make people laugh and he loved to help, especially a stranger. Trent did alot of work for me and my family, he even built a beautiful deck in my garden. He will never be forgotten. Keep smiling mate
I had the pleasure of meeting Trent when he first moved to Galway about 7 years ago. He gave such an extremely firm handshake, making me think, 'this guy could be extremely sound'. . . I was right. We became very good friends. He laughed so loud at my stupid jokes, we always had fun. He always was happy and optimistic, considerate and very generous. He loved life and lived it. He'd have a bbq in the rain, singing and dancing as he flipped his new melon, tofu and pork creation. He was always busy, whether it was chasing a news story, or chasing a skirt. He took me rock climbing, kayaking, camping, getting lost, we went snorkling, fishing, we went to festivals and parties. We had great fun. For Trent everything was "Fantastic". Every chore done with a smile and a joke. He loved to make people laugh and he loved to help, especially a stranger. Trent did alot of work for me and my family, he even built a beautiful deck in my garden. He will never be forgotten. Keep smiling mate
Posted by Chris - Cork, Ireland on Jun 1, 2008
I met Trent only briefly in Cork, he was a nice guy and I was very saddened to hear of his passing. My condolences to his family and friends.
I met Trent only briefly in Cork, he was a nice guy and I was very saddened to hear of his passing. My condolences to his family and friends.
Posted by Adam on Jun 1, 2008
Remembering your big shaky hands grating carrots with such a look of intense concentration making me laugh so hard (and wince). Skipping down the street with you and Polly after a night out. What a sight you must have made you big lump. Sitting in your room and drinking whisky until the early hours putting the world to rights. Your Mum's teddy bear keeping an eye on you - good job he didn't report back. Grooving away with a huge grin on your face. "Sunshine and smiles peoples!" and that is how you will always be remembered. Love Adam
Remembering your big shaky hands grating carrots with such a look of intense concentration making me laugh so hard (and wince). Skipping down the street with you and Polly after a night out. What a sight you must have made you big lump. Sitting in your room and drinking whisky until the early hours putting the world to rights. Your Mum's teddy bear keeping an eye on you - good job he didn't report back. Grooving away with a huge grin on your face. "Sunshine and smiles peoples!" and that is how you will always be remembered. Love Adam
Posted by Reg and Jacinta - Melbourne, Australia on Jun 1, 2008
Trent came into our lives back in Edinburgh, he introduced us and was a huge part of our Scottish life with so many great friends. In March this year Trent was our witness as we eloped in a Byron Bay sunrise wedding, a wedding that he was so largely responsible for!! Words alone can’t do the big man enough justice - kind, gentle, loving, adventurous, caring, passionate - a man who spread happiness wherever he walked. A real example to us all. Just reading the posts here and throughout the internet show just how much love, joy and happiness this gentle Kiwi giant spread through the world to so many. We miss you terribly, Mr Trent, but we know that you are out there watching over us, laughing at our nonsense and inspiring us all to live our dreams. You are a star and you shine brightly in our hearts always. Thank you for brightening up our lives. Our heartfelt thoughts and wishes are with Trish, Mike, Nikki and Scott.
Trent came into our lives back in Edinburgh, he introduced us and was a huge part of our Scottish life with so many great friends. In March this year Trent was our witness as we eloped in a Byron Bay sunrise wedding, a wedding that he was so largely responsible for!! Words alone can’t do the big man enough justice - kind, gentle, loving, adventurous, caring, passionate - a man who spread happiness wherever he walked. A real example to us all. Just reading the posts here and throughout the internet show just how much love, joy and happiness this gentle Kiwi giant spread through the world to so many. We miss you terribly, Mr Trent, but we know that you are out there watching over us, laughing at our nonsense and inspiring us all to live our dreams. You are a star and you shine brightly in our hearts always. Thank you for brightening up our lives. Our heartfelt thoughts and wishes are with Trish, Mike, Nikki and Scott.
Posted by Siobhan Monroe on Jun 1, 2008
What a truly lovely and talented guy to have known. Having hugged him at our door on the 2nd of february as he headed off on his adventure we made just one request \"please be safe\" and to come back that we needed him. What a loss. Our lovely Friend Trent. Siobhan, Joe, Jessica Skye & Kyle Galway.
What a truly lovely and talented guy to have known. Having hugged him at our door on the 2nd of february as he headed off on his adventure we made just one request \"please be safe\" and to come back that we needed him. What a loss. Our lovely Friend Trent. Siobhan, Joe, Jessica Skye & Kyle Galway.
Posted by Andrew Davey on Jun 1, 2008
I am on holidays hearing about Trent´s sad passing. I am a videographer in Galway and met him on many occassions and was always glad to see his friendly smile. I will miss meeting him on work and social occassions as we had done in the past. I will light a candle in Majorca for Trent in his memory. I will always remember him with fondness. May he rest in peace. Andrew
I am on holidays hearing about Trent´s sad passing. I am a videographer in Galway and met him on many occassions and was always glad to see his friendly smile. I will miss meeting him on work and social occassions as we had done in the past. I will light a candle in Majorca for Trent in his memory. I will always remember him with fondness. May he rest in peace. Andrew
Trent and Glenn have been best mates since High School. They went to a party together and a true friendship was forged. Glenn has so many happy memories of his and Trents shannigans in their teen years, which carried through to adults. They loved going diving, hunting and bar-hoping together. Thats about when I (Nicki) met Glenn and Trent too. I could tell straight away what a close friendship they had, and to this day I have not been proven wrong. Trent sent us a postcard from Edinburgh in April 1997, and both of our first words after reading Trents interpretation of life in the UK was "LETS DO IT!". April 1998 saw us reunited again, and Trent introduced us to so many of his friends, who are now our best friends too. We have so much to thank him for. We saw each other regularly during our time in the UK, then when we came home to NZ we were greeted at New Plymouth airport with Trent waving a massive "WELCOME HOME" sign (doesn't matter he got there after we had landed!!). We were proud to have him standing beside us as best man when we were married in 2000, and feel so proud of him at what he has achieved during his 33 years of life. We feel blessed that we got to spend so much time with such an amazing person, and are also grateful that we saw Trent on his trip to NZ just a few months ago when he got to meet Flynn and Gemma for the first time. He has made us better people just by knowing him, we love him and will miss him dearly. May you rest in peace dear friend xxxx