Robert MANTHEI Obituary

I knew Bob for many years through basketball. Always competitive but fair player, good coach and the sane half of the commentating duo of Manthei and Seifert. Absolute gentleman off and on the court. Condolences to Marjorie and extended family.

This message is for Dale. Our young years on Fairview avenue in manistee are great memories--Hope you are doing well, sorry to hear news on Bob.

Sending you love, Margie. We are so sorry for your overwhelming loss. His infectious kindness will be deeply missed. Emily and Family

Sad to hear of Bob's death.
Our thoughts with you Marjorie

Bob was one of Canterbury Basketball's finest and most genuine gentlemen. I had the privilege of knowing him during my time as a Canterbury Basketball player. A well-known Canterbury representative himself, Bob teamed up with Marshall Seifert to create a basketball commentary duo that was second to none, becoming a familiar presence in many New Zealand homes. His voice was part of some of the country’s greatest moments in sporting history. My sincerest condolences go out to Marjorie and the family.


John ‘Dutchie’ Rademakers

Bob was such a good friend and he was great to play basketball with on the Going Nowhere basketball team. Sincere condolences Marjorie as this is a very difficult time. Love to you from Jim DuRose

I knew Bob via the basketball scene, beginning in 1974 Otago University v YMCA. I later played with Bob in YMCA Butler Auto Spares, during which time he took over as coach. Competitive and always fair, Bob passion for basketball was immense. Such a nice guy both on and off the court. Loved his basketball commentaries, along with Marshall Seifert. RIP Bob. Heart goes out to Marjorie.

Bob. You were a great player and mate. Sorry to hear of your struggles. All the best to Marg and extended family. Dave Taylor

Sending my sincere condolences to you, Marjorie. I'm holding you and all who loved him in the Light during this immeasurably difficult time.

Sorry to hear of Bobs passing. Condolences to the family. I met Bob through basketball at the YMCA. I also enjoyed his TV commentaries. ( Driving down bloody nose lane !!!!! ) Such a nice person.

I will miss our fun times and conversations at the gym. Such a nice fellow.

A good cousin to Kurt Schindler and a great guy to be around on sunny afternoons. Bless you

So so sorry to read about Bob, Marjorie, it was a real shock. He will certainly be missed round our neighborhood and by you. We will all miss his friendship and kind kind words. love to you, from Jan and Bill Edens

I, like many others, met Bob through basketball. He was a skilled competitor but always a great gentleman