KINGI, John Edward Heta (Black John).

Passed away peacefully at home on Tuesday, 11th November 2025, aged 75 years.

Dearly loved son of Maraea and the late Sonny. Much loved brother of Janice, JoAnne, Earlene, Lindsay, Dale (JJ), Gary, Robert (Fish), Granton and Christopher. Favourite blond-haired, blue-eyed, grumpy uncle to all his many nieces and nephews.

A celebration of John's life will be held at Te Awamutu Presbyterian Centre, Mutu Street, Te Awamutu on Friday, the 14th of November 2025 at 10:00 am followed by the burial at Taumarunui Cemetery.

Messages to the Kingi family may be sent c/- 262 Ohaupo Road, Te Awamutu 3800, or left in John’s online tribute book at www.rosetown.co.nz