"In Loving Memory of Uncle Siaki Lahi 💙 From the moment I first met you, Uncle Siaki, I saw in you the same warmth and strength I saw in Dad. You were bigger, taller, but with the same love and wisdom. Every time you visited Tonga, you always made time for Dad and us, sharing your stories, your laughter, and your wisdom. You stepped into the role of a father figure when we needed it most, and for that, I am forever grateful. Coming over to pay our respects at your final farewell was an honor. It was a blessing to stand with family and say goodbye to the last ‘tamai’ we had left. New Zealand will never be the same, Takanini will never be the same without you. But I take comfort in knowing that you’re up there with Dad and Uncle Tini, debating and sharing stories as always, with Nana leading the rosaries. Thank you for everything, Uncle Siaki lahi. Your guidance, your presence, and your love will always be remembered. We miss you dearly. 'Ofa lahi atu, with prayers always. Rest in peace."

We went to Mass today Dad, and picked up Saoirse from her friend Zoe’s birthday. We stopped in at a cafe in Karaka. Mum said you guys had been there. We felt you with us. Miss you every single moment of every day. Love you ❤️

Thankyou for sharing a beautiful service church for a great man humble kind loving man Cousin Jack Bourke RIL ❤️ ofa atu he be so proud of you all viela ad tamarikis ad mokopunas from start to finish the many prayers the stories singing everything ad the whanaus that came overseas ❤️ we love ❤️ yous all from the Lyden family’s here in Adelaide Australia 🇦🇺 god bless we were there in wairua spirit ad so blessed 😇 Thankyou whanaus Bourke family’s everyone love ofa atu

Sorry Jack,I couldn't make your farewell.I would like to thankyou for being my mentor and trainer when I joined the Iron Plant at NZ Steel.The humor and Laughs we had will alway be remembered in my heart as well as my memories.You will always be remembered as a larger than life character that brought me smiles every day at work.And those stories you told me as we sat and froze on the Clarafier hut in the Middle of Winter.Farewell old Friend Jacko

Thank you Jack for welcoming me into the family all those years ago - a young Palangi girl from Dunedin. Thank you for all your words of wisdom that we will cherish forever. Miss you always xxx

Well will miss you Jack. Always in our hearts.. Blessings for the wonderful family you have. Much aroha, sleep peaceful our friend xx

A beautiful service for a truly outstanding man. Siaki you will forever hold a special place in my heart, your words of wisdom and wit, your smile and infectious laugh will never be forgotten. So many great memories in Takanini with you and your family. I am so sorry I could not be there with you all today but am sending much love to you all. You have made him proud today and his memory will live on. Rest in love x