Mark Laws Obituary

The bestus memories uncle we talked hard out about our last xmas with you this xmas day especially the advice you gave me . I did it to uncle only you will know what im talkin about,thankyou. One year today you left us really miss that big grin. Love you uncle,from amynikkita,bubbles,mum and whanau. Love you Aunty Karina ,Kia kaha today and many days to come.

As it draws closer to your 1 year anniversary Dad, the mamae returns, just as painful as it was that day.
Time hasn't healed things and time hasn't made it better, it has only made us realise how strong of a pillar you were for our family. Time has made us appreciate the special occasions you were there to celebrate with us and the memories we have made, but even more sad that you weren't there for all the important family occasions we've had over the year. As we make new memories, we keep you close and remember the 'dorky' yet cool things you brought to our family. Time has allowed us to carry on with our lives, with only one thing missing, and that's you Dad. Our lives will never be the same without you, and every moment of everyday, you are in our thoughts. We miss you unbearably and love you for an eternity.

Love always,
J, Shaun, BubbahGirl and BubbahBaby

Such a waste of a beautiful man with a huge heart for everyone who knew him. Our whanau are shattered by this loss. Fly high and homeward my gifted, beloved brother, See you in our dreams...Sheryl, Bill, Wayne, Ariki and Maria

WOW!
You were just straight up O for Awesome Uncle! In such a short time on this earth you done wonders, and never even bragged about it. Humble was a word i heard many times to discribe you, right along next to funny. Gonna really miss you.
I really admired how you loved my Aunty, you two really were what i believe real true love. The kind of love that we all hope to have.
Love you Uncle.
Also Love you Aunty Karina, Howlie, Townz, Hani & all them beautiful Mokopuna. XXXXXXXXX

Kia Ora koutou,

It's totally humbling to read the kind words of many who knew of Dad. On behalf of my mother and whanau I'd like to thank you for the messages and condolences.

We will miss the greatest and coolest Dad ever, but his memory lives on in us, his Moko's and all those who knew him as well.

Mauri ora kia koutou katoa.

Kia ora te whanau,

I would like to add to the many sentiments already expressed and to say what a top man Mark was and someone who I was proud to call bro! He will be sorely missed by many for his sheer ability to get on with business of making things happen and being able to have an incredible amount of fun at the same time. I was in Hawaii when I heard the sad news and whilst at a family dinner I had the good fortune of meeting a Dr Joseph Keawe'aimoku Kaholokula who is currently leading a national project on exploring ways of curbing the level of diabetes amongst Hawaiians. When I expressed my surprise at reading the text I inadvertently mentioned this to Keawe who gave a puzzled look and replied by saying, "He knew that name". On shuffling briefly on the internet to bring up a recent pic of him, Keawe was able to make an immediate connection and was equally affected. Apparently, Mark and Keawe had been in discussion a few months back about ways to adopt the same diabetes programme he had developed for the Bay of Plenty hospitals for Keawe's project- talk about serendipity on one level but on another level,it just goes to show how diverse and global Mark was able to operate at. At this time, our thoughts are with Karina and the whanau and hope time will help to heal your obvious loss. Moe mai ra Mark - e rangimarie inaianei!

So sorry 2 hear about ur loss.You were such a good man uncle u were there 4 every1 you touched so much hearts uncle you will always remain in my heart Moe Mai ra. love always

We were so sorry to hear of your loss. The thoughts of many are with you at this time

Deepest, sincerest condolences to Karina & whanau. I am still in shock since I heard about Mark. A kind, friendly, quiet, and unassuming man. Very musically talented. Going to miss you around the Wananga Mark. Haere atu ra i runga i te aroha o Te Whare Wananga o Awanuiarangi -Na Pititi

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.