PIO, Whakawa Formby. Passed peacefully at home on 16th January, 2024; aged 81 years. Dearly loved husband of the late Gwen. Loved father of Nicky and Pete, Pio and Trish, Jacky and Ange, Anne, Florence, and Rangiwaite. Loved Pops/Grandad/Gang- Gang of all his grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Tangihanga for Whakawa will be held at Otawhiwhi Marae, Bowentown. The service will take place tomorrow (Friday) 19th January at 11.00am, followed by burial at Faulkner Urupa, Athenree. Messages to phone: 0272239711.

Published by The New Zealand Herald on Jan. 18, 2024.