Raphael PEREIRA Obituary

Miss you brother

Forgive me my brother Raph, I have just found out that you are not with us anymore. You were a good man and a good friend. You will be deeply missed by all. RIP my Bro ONWARD.

The man that played a huge part in my "coming of age" in an Infantry section.Showed me how to slam dunk steak dinners at the Rollie, how a big fulla can move with a gun during battle drills, how to get smashed on a league field when you are the smallest and showed us all what a great guy he really was. Can't believe bro that we were kidding about the old days at the airport just over 2 months ago. Will never forget you mate. Rest easy

To AJ, Lance and Pili....wow its been amazing to follow the beautiful heartfelt tributes etc from everyone across the world globe...Raph you were and are so loved and cherished by so many...RIP Raph....much love Alby and Adrian xxxoooxxx

To my dearest Nephew Lafaele,

You will be so missed with your bubbly happy and your beautiful smile you always have. Thank you for being with us this past Xmas 2014 family bonding. It was so wonderful to spend Xmas 2014 with you and had some laughs. I know you are watching over your boys cyps and Lance and they will do you proud.
REST IN PEACE Faele and we will meet again..
Manuia lou Malaga. We will miss you always!

TIME SLIPS BY AND LIFE GOES ON,
BUT FROM OUR HEARTS,
YOU ARE NEVER GONE.
WE THINK OF YOU ALWAYS,
WE TALK ABOUT YOU TOO.
WE HAVE SO MANY MEMORIES,
BUT WE WISH WE STILL HAD YOU.

To my sister Lesina, Michael, Tina, Lance, Cyprian, Alayna, Sophie & Natalie
Faele is in a better place now and he is watching down on us all and especially his boys Lance and Cyprian. He's gone but he will never forgotten.. We love you always and we are here for you.
"AMUIA E FAANOANOA AUA E FAAMAFANAFANAINA I LATOU"
God bless you my sister Lesina and family.
Blessings and much alofaaga from Siuta (jnr), princess Fatima and grandma mama Lila & Sini Vaiaoga Family.

Brother a long time since we last met and joked on our flight back to NZ about how our lives had changed from being young soldiers to old men. My heart hurts today, rest bro, your mark on the world remains with all of us that were privileged to know you.

Cutty Mogadishu, Somalia

I remember Ralph when our parents used to send us to his family home in Auckland for school holidays a long long time ago. He was known as Pale and Lesina's son, the grandson of Sipili and Elisapeta.....may perpetual light shine upon you and may u rest in peace. Alofaga e Tele Mai le fanau a Leilua Filipo ma Vitolina Una.

Hei maumaharatanga ki te tino hoa
Raph, Fall out!! Bro and take your place to watch over your loving whanau and friends, we will miss you but you will always walk beside us until we are all together again, Rest in Peace Bro You have done your last sentry duty, Stand Down 'ONWARDS"

Kia hora te marino,
Kia whakapapa pounamu te moana,
Kia tere te karohirohi.
Ma Io koutou e manaaki, e tiaki, i nga wa katoa.

May the seas be calm,
May the shimmer of summer
Glisten like the greenstone,
Dance across thy pathway.

May your God bless you and protect you for all time.

My Darling Conan (Raph), You left me so suddenly but now you are home. For 13 years you were my partner and an integral part of my life and we have shared so many, many memories.
13 years have passed and the treasured memories are ours forever, the talks we've had, the laughs, the tears, the fun, the adventures, that smile of yours, and making plans for the future.
A league fan you were and I was to enjoy many days and nights sitting watching a game. There was never a movie you hadn't seen and the music we shared was memorable.Rick Astley, our favourite Hold me in your arms, the one song we both always stopped for and sung along because the words meant so much to us.
The fun in Dubai and our memorable stay in the Burj Al Arab, the Maldives and the flight we missed because you had forgotten to turn your watch back,but we got there in the end, Hong Kong and the glitzy Macau and Kuaotunu, our favourite holiday place that holds very special moments in our hearts.
You loved the peace and tranquillity of the nature and a home cooked roast. The huge meals you cooked for me were amazing, who knew you were such a great cook.
Our adventurous trips that we enjoyed together, the 4 x 4 quad biking, diving, the High zone in Whitianga and the bike trails.
I will miss all the little notes you used to leave for me around the house, they always made me smile.
In the evening I can look at the night sky and find the star that you named for me.
You have claimed a part of my heart that will always belong to you
"Colourful" my darling
Always and forever, your Alyg8r (Alison)xxx

I worked with Raphael for many years in URG, he was the last of the true gentlemen. He had a heart and personality bigger than his body and anyone who knew him knows he was a big shouldered man. He will be missed by all the people whose lives he touched

Words can't express my sorrow at your passing brother Raphael a man of honour and integrity I was blessed to have you as a friend we will meet again you did what you always wanted to do rest in peace now love AL & Rangi Guttenbeil

To: AJ, Lance and Sipi, and Pereira family at large.

I am so sorrowful and saddened of your tragic loss that words cannot do justice for this sad grievance.

From those years way back in Waiouru, when myself and Raph were young fathers with families, and not to be forgotten footy, to just recently; the bond was always there.

Raph was such an incredible person with the very special ability to connect on all levels with so many.

Please accept my families sincere sympathy on your sad sad loss. I will miss him greatly.

To Raph

You and I will meet again
When we're least expecting it
One day in some far off place
I will recognize your face
I won't say goodbye my friend
For you and I will meet again
(TP Lyric)


"Alecki" and Carmen Tuitubou Family

To my best friend Raff,

Sadly and suddenly you were taken from us and now you have left a hole that can't be filled.
Raff was always my best mate since the day we first meet. Words cant explain the loss of my buddy,. It's gonna be hard not to think of Raff at any time. I still have the Northcote Tigers 10 jersey he gave me from the 80's including the socks...never wore any of the gear just kept it lol.....after all these years. Gee remember the time me and you use to drive my red V8 from Auckland back to Burnham....crack up times alright.
I will never forget you Raff......we miss you so much
To AJ, Lancie Boy, Sipi, Mum Pereira, Mike and Christine I hope god blesses you at this time of loss of a son, a husband a father and my best friend. We/I loved him as a brother and will never for get him.

Love you always and sadly missed by us.. Benn, Keri , Cody Raphael Lawrence Coe-Baker and Anikahu xxxxx

May the desert sands blow yr spirit across dunes but yr foot prints remain forever..R.I.P Warrior..Onward.

Fanau osi, Raph brings memories of Dieppe with Manga, Ranj, Tim, Weaner and Oz.
Mouina fenoga ma uso. Fano mua ma kapisiga.

Malo fanau, the fanau I extend a lima too you during this period. Raph you are a great kapisiga. The time we spent in dieppe were the memories I will cherish with our mates Manga, Ranj, Tim and Weans...mohe taha.

Gone but never forgotten a mighty totara has fallen RIP my friend you rest stand down...thoughts a prayers to AJ & the boys and your whanau

Lianne (Waller) & Dave Kohere

Raph, you are a legend that will always live on in our hearts and minds. Quiet spoken yet forceful, committed but with a smile on your face, you will be sadly missed by a family that is made up of many faces and that same family shares the loss with the ones you truly loved. Mission ends, rest, stand clear. ONWARD.

To the Pereira, Stewart and Knight Families

You were all our family in the Mountbatten Ave days, we have never and will never forget all the good times and love expressed and the good times we shared
Now its the time for us to extend our love and condolences to you all at this extremely sad time.
A fine example of the Pereira name may have passed , but his memory will live on in his family forever
All our love and sympathies
Sue Gorton ( Cutler)
Kate Moffat ( nee Cutler)
Andrew Cutler
from 61 Mountbatten Avenue

They say the good die young, this goes to prove it. Rest easy Raph xx.
Mary Irwing ( Sharkey)

Raf,

The Kauri grows and spreads it's branches to protect the seeds and saplings below. In time the seeds and saplings stand tall enough to protect the graceful kauri.

Moe mai ehoa. Moe mai, moe mai, moe mai.

Aroha nui.

TUKU (Phoenix Blues. Unit 10)

Thoughts and prayers to family he was a great friend and work mate I was hoping to catch up with him while he was home but sadly it will be to see him off on his next journey your mate Lynlee

Raph, rest in peace bro.... ONWARD

To the Pereira family - words never seem enough, our thoughts and prayers are with you. Rest in peace Raph. Much love from the Peters family (Sharron, Vic, Geraldene, Lyndee, Bernette and Ryan)xx

Thoughts and prayers are with you all - Pereira Whanau & Friends - God has taken yet another angel home:
Life is the greatest gift that God has given us
Death is only a bridge towards eternal life with God
Certainly, Heaven is rejoicing for another soul has finally reached his true home.

Aunty Huia e Hoa...RIP Brother... ONWARD

A little white gate at the of the lane at the end of the lane called life ,A little white gate that we all must pass thru when we come to the end of lifes strife.A little white gate at the end of the lane at the end of the lane did I say ,well I know we will find at the end of the lane we have only gone part of the way.
At the little white gate we shall cast off our cloaks and start all over again .Bless you wonderful man may you sit on the right hand side of our lord.

My brother, life is but a blink of an eye. I will cherish the memories and laughs for sure, always. Until we meet again. May God be with you always.

Kia Ora Bro, I still remember taking you on your Basic training it only seems like yesterday bro...Gone way too soon brother...Ka Kite Ano bro ..we will meet again..condolences to your whanau..Gone but never Forgotten..Rest stand clear bro..ONWARD!!!!

Malo lava Uso, your kind smiley face will be missed. Your presence and sense of humour will never be forgotten and a legacy that carries loyalty, Commitment and pride of being the Samoan Warrior that you are. We are going to miss you my uso and finally put you to rest on the soil you took your first breath. from the Filipo's...

Dearest Faele, May God bless you and keep you in his care. We'll always love and remember you. Rest in Peace Faele. Alofa tele atu to my dear sister Lesina, Michael, Tina, Lance, Sipili and Arlena. Love and prayers xx Peta and family xx

Farewell to a humble man who knew when to be a giant and when to be a quiet light for his friends and his sons. Your comradeship at work and on the sports field will always be remembered. Always good for laugh or a smile you never took yourself too seriously but never shirked any of your responsibilities either achieving more than most. Rest easy old friend. Duane and Karen Fyfe.

Our condolences and deepest sympathy to the Pereira Whanau and friends. It is with a very heavy heart to write these words of farewell. Rest Easy Raph.

Maria Allen(nee Kepa) and Whanau

Malo Uso,
You've left this earth too soon however the ANGEL's are in need of a good soldier teach them well. Don't teach them your humour?
My condolences to your aiga.
Tofa, Tofa, Tofa,

To Raph, thanks for the old times in taking me n Lance to our rugby games on the weekends. Never forgotten your kindness. My condolences to the family xx

Memories to be treasured. Thank you Bro. Sleep tight Mate. Until we meet again xx

Uncle Raph gone to soon, you will be forever missed and forever loved. You were lovely to be around always making your cheeky jokes that everyone cracked up at. I will miss being in your presence, you supported everyone and made everyone proud it's now time for everyone to support you lots of love always Macie ❤

Uncle Raph gone to soon...
you will be forever missed and foreve loved. The Stewart's will be here for your family to support them and keep them safe. no matter what everyone was proud of you and loved you I mean who couldn't you were funny loving and kind great uncle son and father you supported everyone so it's time for everyone to support you and your family lots of love always Macie ❤

Raph bro, all I can say is the that the world is going to be a colder place without you in it. It will be impossible to forget the positive effect your presence had on everybody who knew you. Big smiles, plenty of laughs, and many happy moments spent with you my bro. You'll stay in our thoughts 'til we meet again. Rest easy my friend.

Arnie

While we will miss that smile, your welcoming nature, and sense of humour, we're so greatfull & thankful to our Father and count ourselves fortunate to have you in our lives and part of our family.
Manuia lau malaga, say hi to dad and all our family that have gone on ahead when you see them
Ino & Alofa Pereira ma le fanau

My condolences to the Pereira family and Raph's close friends. I have fond memories of primary school days with Raphael. Such a kind, smiley, gentle, and fun boy back. I gather these traits never left him. RIP Raph. Stacey Rowe.

To our cousin, words can not describe how much we will miss you.You have been taken to soon. We will watch over your boys and I know they will do you proud as they have all your attributes, strength, determination a big soft heart and your wonderful sense of humour. We will miss your smile and the big hugs we got when you came home. Rest easy love you always, a piece of heart has been lost with you leaving. Love always Danny, Brom, Trent & Aaron xxx6

Dear Raph, I have great memories working with you on DNA squad, even when you insisted on smoking in the car you still made me laugh ! Thinking of you now and your great family ; lots of love buddy and may you rest in peace

To my big bro - gone too soon but not forgotten!

On behalf of the Ewins Family that lived opposite the Pereira's during the 70's to early 90's in Birkdale. Condolances to the family.

Dear Raph - you were a big part in our family as Grants close friend. From a cheeky, smiling boy to a proud father and adult, we loved you and cannot believe this has happened. My deepest sympathy to your family and also to Grant, Matt and Norm whose circle of friendship for so many years has lost a treasured link, Always remembered, Christine Whitcombe.

PEREIRA, Raphael Lawrence Passed away on 13 March 2015. My Darling Conan (Raph) you left me so suddenly. For 13 years you were my partner and an integral part of my life, the years have passed and the treasured memories are ours forever, the talks we've had, the laughs, the tears, the fun, the adventures and our plans for the future. You have claimed a part of my heart that will always belong to you. Colourful my darling, Always and Forever, Your Alyg8r (Alison) xxxxxxxxxxx

PEREIRA, Raphael Lawrence (Faele) Beloved nephew of Don and Karameli Stewart and loved cousin of Donald, Richard, Anita, Christopher and Jonathan. Treasured uncle of Briahn, Jerome, Harrison, Kara, Sebastian, Grace, Macie and Mason. Gone too soon and now laying at rest with his cherished father Gaspar and his late Aunty Mary.