Loluama AVIA Obituary

Born in Christchurch on June 7, 1961, passed away peacefully at Nurse Maude Hospice, Christchurch, on Friday, March 14, 2025 surrounded by family. Middle daughter of Heather Mavis Avia (née Patten) (deceased), and Faivavao Avia; beloved mother of Ana and Ruby; much loved sister of Moana, Naomi, Liaina, Laurie, Tanielu and Keke; sister-in-law of Phil and Matanuku (deceased); cherished mother-in-law of Mike; loving aunty of many. Loluama was passionate about many things, including social justice and politics, literature, the arts, the outdoors, her Samoan heritage, and her family and friends. She was particularly dedicated to her work over four decades as a social worker (CYFS), Victim Advisor (Ministry of Justice), Pacific Student Advisor and lastly Pacific Academic Lead at the University of Canterbury. The family would like to extend our heartfelt thanks to Nurse Maude Hospice for their care and concern for Loluama in her final weeks. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Nurse Maude Hospice on behalf of Loluama. Loluama will be at home from Tuesday, March 18, until Thursday, March 20. Visitors are welcome to pay their respects during this time between noon and 6.00pm. A service to celebrate Loluama's life will be held in the Harewood Chapel, Wilkinsons Road, Christchurch, on Friday, March 21, at 10.00am, followed with an interment at the Belfast Cemetery.