Help Support Dario and His Family

$14,833 donated

Given by 204 generous donors in 12 days

Supporting Dario’s wife and family following his passing, helping ease the financial pressure during this heartbreaking time.

Manawatu / Whanganui

Dario is a valued member of the Franklin Smith team who recently suffered a serious medical emergency and collapsed while at work. Thanks to the quick actions of his workmates, Dario received immediate help at the scene. He is now in hospital in a critical condition, facing an incredibly difficult and uncertain time.

Dario’s family are currently in the Phillipines, and right now, we want to do everything we can to make sure he has the people he loves around him.

Franklin Smith is arranging and covering the cost of bringing Dario’s wife to New Zealand so she can be by his side. We have set up this Givealittle page to help support Dario and his family during this difficult time, and to help other family members travel to New Zealand to be with him.

Funds raised will help with flights, accommodation, living expenses and other costs for Dario’s family while they are here, taking some of the financial pressure away so they can focus on what matters most - being together and supporting Dario.

Any contribution, no matter the amount, will make a difference to Dario and his family. If you’re unable to donate, simply sharing this page would also mean a lot.

Thank you for getting behind Dario and his family during a time when they need our support the most.

Use of funds

All funds raised will go directly to Dario’s wife, Felilia Gutierrez, to help ease financial pressure and help her cover the costs on flights for any family members to come to NZ and living expenses during this difficult time.

Latest update

Update from the page owner 2 September 2026

Posted by: Givealittle

Dario was a much-loved and valued member of the Franklin Smith team who recently suffered a serious medical emergency after collapsing while at work. We are incredibly saddened to share that Dario has since peacefully passed away.

Dario’s loss is deeply felt by everyone who had the privilege of knowing and working alongside him. He was a special part of our team, and our thoughts are with his wife, Felilia, his family in the Philippines, his friends, colleagues, and everyone who cared for him.

This Givealittle page was originally set up to support Dario and his family during his time in hospital, including helping his loved ones travel to New Zealand to be close to him.

Following Dario’s passing, all funds raised will go directly to Dario’s wife, Felilia, to provide support through the incredibly difficult time ahead.

We have been incredibly touched by the kindness and generosity already shown to Dario and his family. Every contribution, no matter the amount, will make a meaningful difference.

Thank you to everyone who has supported Dario and his family and for continuing to surround them with care during such a heartbreaking time.

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