Nehemiah MELSOM Obituary

Miah, just found out about your passing, mi amigo. It was great hanging out with you at the salsa club in Tokyo following the World Sumo Championships we had competed in back in 1994. It was an honor for me to meet and spend time with one of New Zealand and the Maori people's great sportsmen. You were all class then, and from what I've read, a great man in so many ways in your homeland.

Que descanse in paz,

Kevin Carter
USA/Puerto Rico

Such sad new has taken time to reach us. Some people make an unforgettable impression on our lives. You were one of those special people. In 1982 the people of Wales met you and your Team mates and 37 years later and many miles away you are remembered as a man of two sides - one fierce and one kind and gentle. Respect and friendship dear friend - never forgotten.

So sad to hear of your passing Maih. Our deepest sympathy to the Melsom family.

Phil Vedder and Whanau

An amazing player for Waikato. So hard on the field. But a great influence off the field for so many young fellas that represented this great Waikato erea. Was an amazing person with so much inspiration and had so much mana. Waikato has lost a great man. Will never forget him. Rest well Miah.

Kua hinga te ttara i Te Waonui a Tne.

I am saddened to learn today of Miah's passing. So sad. Me and my whanau send our condolences to the whanau pani.

My first meeting with Miah was at the old gun club where Melville RFC used to have the post match 'get-together'. Peter Stewart introduced me to Miah who was sitting on an ABC beer crate. Putting his glass down, turning his face towards me asked 'What position do you play?' My answer 'Loose forward'. Miah's response 'Don't get in my way at training!' And so it was that we had a great relationship both on and off the field.

Moe mai ra i tou moenga roa te rangatira.

A generous and wonderful man.A great footballer. Forever etched in my heart.Rest in peace Miah. Sincere condolences to your extended whanau.

Rest in peace miah it was a pleasure knowing you thank you for your time on and off the feild at the terapa rugby club you helped me in my rugby days when I was younger . John Swindells

It has been a pleasure to know you over the last couple of years. Brought together by a love for the game. Thanks for always supporting community rugby in and around Ngaruawahia. We will miss seeing your bubbly face around and our quick catch ups at the shop. Love to Maria and the Whanau.

Miah played for Ngaruawahia Army Rugby Club during it great memorable era in the 1980's. Much feared on the field but a great guy off the field.
Rest in peace Miah.
Ngaruawhia Rugby Sports Club

Coach of Hamilton Rugby Union Peace Cup / Stan Meads Rep team with Matia at his side as manager. He will be remembered by many as a great coach and friend and will be missed by all

Although we can't be with you while you remember your loved one, you're in our thoughts from afar.

Miah,
We worked together on the building site many years ago. I always remembered your soft smile and your hard and robust work ethic. You went on from here and built a distinguished rugby reputation.I am proud to have crossed your path in the journey of life.

Hamilton Rugby Union

RIP Miah. Taken way too early. Deepest Sympathy to all his Family. Fond Melville Day Memories

May the love of family and friends help you all through this sad time. Thinking of all the good times we had together at Te Rapa Rugby Love to you all Christine (Buisson ) and Grant Bartley Morrinsville

Miah was such a great influence on me during my late teens and early twenties. He gave me many skills on the field and in the sumo ring. He held a respect and could motivate many, I will miss him as a mentor and a friend.

Your friend, Tony Van Houtte

MELSOM, Nehemiah (Miah). 19 December 1952 - 6 June 2018 My Mate, my friend, my lover and my joker Husband. You left me today in a rush, no time to say goodbye. The last 5 years together were so wonderful, we were one together just you and me. I will forever miss that smile and just want to hold you and touch you. You were my big teddy bear. Love you long time my Miah. Your Maria