Passed away peacefully on Tuesday, 2nd April 2024 at Whakatāne Hospital surrounded by his Whānau; aged 67 years.

Loved son of Miria (Kiro) Wharewera Mokopuna of Te Pakitua and Materoa Wharewera (nee Waititi).  Beloved husband of Aroha Rikirangi, father of Bella Rikirangi, Brandon Rikirangi, Mickeyjohn Rikirangi, Kahurangi Rikirangi, Mata Ben, Whetu Heke and whangai Dad to Paula Coker and many more.

He will be sadly missed by all his moko, relatives and friends. Aue te mamae e…Loved Husband Dad (Paps), Koro, brother, cousin, Uncle and good mate to many NGA WHAKANEKENEKE

He will rest at Te Hokowhitu a Tu Marae at 25b Keepa Road, Whakatane. Nehu: Saturday 6th April at 10:00am with Burial at Opihiwhanaungakore