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Maiatua TOU

Southland

Posted 13 September 2026

Glenis and family would like to thank everyone for their overwhelming support during the passing of our loved husband, father and grandfather-Maiatua (Willie). Thank you for the visits, food, cards, phone calls, messages, flowers, koha and love during this sad time.

Special thanks to the Medical ward at Southland Hospital for their care, Queen's Park Medical Centre for their kindness and support. Pacific Island Advisory and Cultural Trust for providing the venue for the cuppa, Pacific Island Advisory and Cultural Trust Pa Metua group for providing the food following the service. Donna from Avenal Park Funeral Home and those who travelled to attend Maia's funeral. Maia was a gentle man and a gentleman. He loved greatly and was greatly loved. We miss him dearly.

Arranged by Avenal Park Funeral Home

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