HAMMOND, Akuhata Edward Robert. Born 25th August 1988. Suddenly passed away from a fall on 29th August 2024. Much loved son of the late Edward Hammond. Forever loved son of Sally- Ann and step son of Richard, brother of Keighla and Maia, Rongomai, Te Hurinui and Tehoe. A loved Grandson, Nephew, and Uncle by his nieces and nephews. Loved and cherished by his many friends. Akuhata will lay at Tuahuru Marae Mahia on Sunday. Service at 10am at the Marae on 9 September 2024 followed by burial at Ruawharawhara Urupa, Opoutama.

Published by The New Zealand Herald on Sep. 9, 2024.