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Hokowhitu "Collin" RIA

FUNERAL HOME

Lamb & Hayward Westpark Chapel & Memorial Garden

467 Wairakei Rd., PO Box 39001, Christchurch 8545

Christchurch, Canterbury

Hokowhitu RIA Obituary

Sadly went home to be with his Saviour on Friday, May 23, 2025, aged 83 years. Loved husband of Glenda, the love of his life. He is loved, and will be deeply missed by all of his Whanau. Heartfelt thanks to the staff and management at Diana Isaac. Messages may be addressed to: The family of the late Hoko Ria, c/- PO Box 39001, Christchurch 8545. Hoko's funeral service will be held in our Westpark Chapel, 467 Wairakei Road, Burnside, on Wednesday, May 28, at 10.00am. Private burial to follow.

'He lived, he loved, he laughed, and he has left a legacy.'


Published by The Press on May 26, 2025.

Memories and Condolences
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9 Entries

DianaP

May 31, 2025

Glenda, I am so sorry for your loss. I enjoyed both your friendship at the village. Diana, former Weekend Receptionist

David Fyffe

May 28, 2025

Dear Glenda - so saddened to read of Hoko's passing. What an inspirational man he was and what a team you were. So privileged to have met you both, shared a cuppa and enjoyed your baking. Bless.

Heni Pohatu-Kokiri

May 28, 2025

Moe mai ra e te rangatira

Ian Harris

May 26, 2025

Deepest sympathy and condolences to Glenda and family .
Have lots of fond memories of Collin in our City Care days.
Thoughts are with you at this sad time.

Kim and Ian Harris (Whitebait)

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May 26, 2025

Many Memories of our lovely times together. My Deepest Sympathy to You Glenda & Whanau. Arohanui, Lynley Kahu.

May 26, 2025

Blessed are we to have our handsome, trendy uncle Hoko. We will forever treasure our time spent with you. Thank you for those precious moments. Love forever and eternity. Shane, Raiha and Whanau.

May 26, 2025

Darling father, a beautiful, funny, calm, quiet man who taught me to see the small joys of life.
Love Tarn and Tom.

May 26, 2025

It is with sadness we announce the passing of our dearly loved Pa and Koro. You were courageous to the end, and we love you, and we will miss you immensely. Forever in our hearts. Bevan (Dysi), Toni, Nikau and Nia, Tinirau.

May 26, 2025

Pa, now you are at peace with the Lord. Until we meet again. Kevin, Tania and Whanau.

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Memorial Events
for Hokowhitu RIA

May

28

Funeral service

10:00 a.m.

Westpark Chapel

467 Wairakei Road, Burnside

Funeral services provided by:

Lamb & Hayward Westpark Chapel & Memorial Garden

467 Wairakei Rd., PO Box 39001, Christchurch 8545 Burnside, Christchurch 8053