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Wiremu TAIPANA

2026 · Canterbury

Died 9 July 2026Posted 11 July 2026

Passed away on Thursday, July 9, 2026, aged 75. Loved husband of the late Rangi. Cherished brother of Indy, Tony, Yvonne, the late Nui, Tuppy, Philly, and Cindy. Treasured dad of Justin and Connie, Jordan and Deb, Jasmine and Ricky, and Jenna and Andrew Swann. Adored Koko of his 15 mokopuna.

Moe mai i ngā ringringa o te Ariki.

Gray will be arriving at the Arowhenua Marae today, Saturday, July 11 at 1.00pm, all are welcome. A Tangi will be held at the Marae on Monday, July 13, service will be 11.00am, followed by a burial at the Arowhenua urupa.

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