Paul STOWERS Obituary

STOWERS, Paul. On 2 May 2012 at 3 am (Holy hour) in Auckland City Hospital, his family keeping watch at his side, he peacefully passed into the waiting arms of our Lord. Much loved husband of Lorna, ever-loving father of Theresa, Eneleo, the late Lami, Noella and Paul Jr, son of the late Maka Kalolo and the late Malia Stowers, brother of the late Elisapeta To'omata, Noella Robertson, Mikaele Stowers, the late Petelo Stowers and the late Lusia Stowers, brother-in-law of Francis and Malia Burke, the late Clare and Fred Passi, the late Patricia Burke, Ruth and the late Eddie Bartley, Margaret, Patrick and Jessie Burke, Lealaisalanoa and Leilani Nickel, Silia Stowers, the late Papali'i and Koleta Timu, Tama to Leki and Bonda Passi, a special uncle to his nieces and nephews. We will never forget your last smile that brought joy to our hearts. Your love for us was unconditional, never wavering. No more the sound of your voice, no more will we gaze upon your face. Eternal life is yours with our loving God and Father. To the Cardiothoracic and Vascular ICU team, our sincerest thanks for all the tremendous care you provided for Paul from 15 March until 2 May. You are truly devoted and a special group of God sent individuals. His family service and requiem mass will be held at the Parish of the Immaculate Conception, Ellerslie on 11 May at 6:30pm and on 12 May at 11:00am. Enquiries phone 09-528-7497.