Help Support My Brother’s Whānau After His Sudden Passing

This isn’t easy to write, and it’s not something I ever imagined I’d be sharing publicly.

On Wednesday 16th April, my brother Boone passed away suddenly at just 40 years old. His loss has left a huge hole in our lives. He was a partner, a father, a son, a brother, and a friend. He leaves behind his partner and three beautiful tamariki, who are now facing the unimaginable — a future without him.

As you can imagine, the emotional weight of this loss is overwhelming. Alongside the heartbreak, there are also a lot of unexpected pressures that come with something like this — from organising tangihanga to covering travel and daily costs for those closest to him, including his partner and children.

I don’t have a lot of money myself, and while I know that money can’t solve heartbreak, it can help ease the stress of practical realities in times like these. I’m doing what I can to support my whānau, and one way I can help is by reaching out here.

I don’t usually post personal things or ask for help in this way, and this isn’t something I take lightly — but if you’re in a position to give koha, please know it will go directly to his whānau to help cover costs and offer them some stability in the face of deep grief.

Every little bit helps. And if you can’t donate but feel moved to share this page, that also means a lot.

Thank you so much for reading, for your aroha, and for any support you can give.

Ngā mihi nui,

Olivia x

Another page has been created for Casey here: https://givealittle.co.nz/cause/help-us-help-our-whanau