Koha for Jeremy's Whānau - From MBIE, With Aroha

$4,757 donated
Given by 128 generous donors in 9 days

A heartfelt fundraiser created by Jeremy's MBIE colleagues to honour his memory and support his whānau with aroha.

Auckland

Jeremy Arendse was more than a field engineer, he was the quiet constant behind so many of our days, always ready to lend a hand with patience, humility, and a warm smile.

From resolving tech issues to lightening the mood with classic banter (especially over the All Blacks vs Springboks rivalry), Jeremy brought heart and humour wherever he went. His kindness, calm, and wit made a lasting impression on all of us.

This page has been created by Jeremy's MBIE colleagues to honour his memory and offer aroha to his whānau. There's no set goal. Every koha, no matter the size, is received with deep appreciation and love.

Ministry of Business, Innovation & Employment's involvement (page creator)

I'm a colleague of Jeremy's from MBIE. This page has been created on behalf of our workplace whānau to honour his memory and support his family.

Use of funds

All funds raised will go directly to Jeremy's whānau to help ease any financial burden during this incredibly difficult time.

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A special message from Jeremy's whanau  8 August 2025

I would love to express thanks to the MBIE family and everyone that donated!

During this incredibly difficult time, the outpouring of love and support we have received has been truly overwhelming. Your heartfelt messages, kind words, and generous donations have brought comfort to our family in ways that words can hardly express.

It is clear that my dad had a strong and loving community behind him. He was deeply loved, and your kindness shows just how many lives he touched.

From the bottom of our hearts, thank you. We are truly blessed to be surrounded by such compassion and care.

With heartfelt gratitude,

The family of Jeremy Arendse

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Alicia
Alicia on 04 Jul 2025
“Perhaps they are not stars, but rather openings in heaven where the love of our lost ones pours through and shines down upon us to let us know they are happy” - Inuit proverb To Jeremy’s family your Husband/Dad was the coolest. Super helpful and very much a treasured member of our Border team. No IT issue was too big, confusing or small.
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Malia F
Malia F on 04 Jul 2025
Thank you for everything you’ve done Jeremy. You never once said no whenever I came to you with my IT problems. Your patience, kindness and sense of humour always made things lighter. Your unforgettable smile will always stay with me. To his family — may you find comfort and peace in knowing how much he was appreciated. Thank you for sharing him with us. Will miss seeing him around. Rest in Peace Jeremy. Tokaa ihe nonga moe fiemalie ae eiki.
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Sora
Sora on 04 Jul 2025
I will miss every laughter and chat we had. Rest in peace.
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Guest Donor
Guest Donor on 04 Jul 2025
Sincere condolences for your loss. Jeremy was a wonderful person who made everyone he interacted with feel 10x better after talking with him.
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Emmett
Emmett on 04 Jul 2025
Jeremy, I will miss our chats and your laugh. Rest in peace bro!
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This campaign started on 25 Jun 2025 and ended on 4 Jul 2025.