Michael DIAMONDARAS Obituary

DIAMONDARAS, Michael (Mitch). Born 27th of October 1941, passed away peacefully at home surrounded by his whānau on the 30th of August 2025. Born in Kalgoorlie, Western Australia to parents Edna-May (Deceased) and Stavros (Deceased) Diamondaras. Michael had a rich ancestry of both Greek and Australian heritage. During a holiday in Aotearoa in 1962, Michael met and soon married Maria of Tapuika Ngāti Marukūkere, commencing the beginning of his long life in Aotearoa, New Zealand. Michael soon became a vital and beloved member of Tapuika Iwi, and precious son in-law to Te Oke Wharerarauhe Te Kura (Deceased) and Richard (Riki) Dinsdale (Deceased). Loving husband of Maria Diamondaras, beloved Father of Edna-May (Deceased), Constance, Stavros (Deceased) and Irene Diamondaras. Adored Koro to Nicola, Shantelle, Waimirirangi and Jarren. Precious Great-grandfather of Lorenzo Diamondaras. Michael will be at home with his whānau until Wednesday 11am the 3rd of September where he will embark on his final journey to his Tia marae. Service will take place on Thursday the 4th of September 11am followed by burial at Te Eka o te rangi urupā followed by hakari (lunch) at Hineota, Tia Marae. Location of service: Tia Marae, Te Paamu, 20 Malcolm Avenue, Rangiuru 3188.