Such sad news to hear of your passing Wi. Aroha and condolences to your whānau. You were always a special, dear friend going back to our QEC days. We always made a point to keep in touch and I loved your unexpected catchup visits over the years right up til 1998 Xmas Day…being the last time before I moved to Aus. Rest in love, dear Wi..

Kia Ora e te whanau a Wi, sending our deepest condolences, Wi lived next door to my mother for many years, he was the best neighbour to her (and vice versa), he was kind, respectful and caring, often he would get her washing in for her and together they shared a wee black cat whose owner had passed. Wi would always great me and often pay a compliment, we loved to hear his music playing and I think he asked for a chair of Mums when she moved out! RIP you beautiful soul 🕊️

I love you Uncle. You were always so kind, loving and beautiful to us. Thank you. Rest in love and peace Uncle. Renee, Matiesse, Bailey & Boston x

Will always love you uncle. Thanks for all the good memories growing up, you always had time for me and had a heart of gold. I still remember the Michael Jackson rug you gave me, it was my most prized possession. Rest easy, give Nana and Koro a big kiss for me ❤️

It was with sadness I heard of Wi’s passing.Wi was a real genuine person with a great sense of humour. I mourn his passing.Rest easy Wi.Condolences too all of his loved ones.Judy Benson

I love you cousin, RIL no more torment, no more pain, only rest, peace and love he wheturangitia koe haere haere aut rā ki te moe roa

My Brother, my Guardian, my Mentor but most off all my Friend and Protector 😪the Brother that always had time for me, took me to all my Sports and social events and encouraged me every step off the way you have left a Hole in my heart that may never be filled. No more pain,no more fear,and no more anger Rest in Love my Bro and give our love to our Brother and Parents RIP.💔😪🙏 Moe ki te moi, Te moi rua, Te moi pai Sleep the Sleep my Brother, The Long Sleep, The Good Sleep. Rest in Aroha 💔

To our beautiful Uncle Wi. We will remember you as the most loving uncle, with the most generous heart and the kindest soul. Thank you for always reading my letters and writing back to me as a little girl, and most of all, thank you for your unconditional love and support for my sisters and mum. You were something special and we will never forget you. All our love xxx

One of the most special men in my world - forever blessed and grateful to have been your Goddaughter. Our bond was unmatched! We love you for a lifetime and longer. Our Uncle Wi ♥️