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Taulapapa FRUEAN

2026 · Wellington

Died 21 September 2026Posted 24 September 2026

(late of Karori) Passed on Monday 21st September 2026, at Wellington Hospital, aged 72 years. Dearly loved husband of Itufa. Loving father of the late Andrew and Patrick. Devoted grandfather of Andrew, Eden and Jacob. Son of Fa'alili Leaupepe Fruean.

Loved by all his wider family and friends. Special thanks to the staff of Lifepoint Family Church for their care and support of Runi.

In lieu of flowers, donations to Lifepoint Family Church would be appreciated and may be made by emailing lifepoint@lifepoint.org.nz To livestream Runi's service or leave a tribute please visit www.twfh.co.nz. Cards can be posted c/- 375 Adelaide Rd, Newtown, Wellington 6021. A service for Runi will be held at the Lifepoint Church, 61 Hopper Street, Wellington, on Friday 25th September at 9.30am, thereafter private burial.

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