Pōhutukawa Funeral Guides Gisborne

05/09/2025

He pānui tangihanga

Moe mai rā
Jeninne Ratapu
5 May 1964 ~ 5 September 2025

Beloved daughter of the late Stuart and Parekowhiwhi Leach (nee Harrison), and sibling to Kahu (dec), Ra, Sera (dec), Bumps (dec), Brian, Blondie (dec), Marcus (dec), Lee (dec), Lou, Mem (dec) and Tai.

Missed Māmā of Calvert and Shiiyanne, and cherished Nan to Zephaniah, Michaiah, Malachii, Zion and Roman, the whānau kuri.

Jeninne passed through the veil surrounded by whānau at Dunblane Lifecare, 178 Rutene Road, Kaiti, Gisborne, where a short karakia service will be held at 6pm, followed by whanaungatanga, music and singing.

Jeninne will lay Friday night at Dunblane and will then travel to Whāngārā Marae on Saturday to lay amongst her people.

The pōwhiri on to the marae will be at 12pm, and a service will be held on Saturday (time to be confirmed), which may be shared with the Nikora family, as her sweetheart, Phillip, would like to tautoko the extended whānau also experiencing tangihanga at the marae.

Poroporoaki will be held Sunday night at 6pm - all are welcome to join. The closing of the lid will happen before dawn at 5:30am the following morning.

Jeninne's funeral service will be held on Monday at 10am, followed by burial at Whāngārā Urupā. Hakari will follow at the marae.

Nau mai, haere mai.

Please direct koha and aroha pūtea to the following account:
Name: J Ratapu & C Leach
Number: 03-0638-0077779-000

For more information, contact Calvert on 022 046 9688.

03/09/2025

Have we started a trend? We LOVE this! 🥰 If you're supporting Slash for Cash, why not post your pic as well?

This small business in Tolaga Bay provides us with a premium product that we use as part of our natural solution to chemical embalming.

☝🏼 Fun Fact: Activated charcoal enriches nutrients back in to our soils.

02/09/2025

There is so much happening in Gisborne, New Zealand today, as part of Dying Matters Week Aotearoa! 👍🏼

To book any of today's free community events at Tāiki e, EIT Tairāwhiti, HB Williams Memorial Library Gisborne and Gizzy Local: https://gowithgrace.nz/dyingmatters/gisborne-events/

01/09/2025

Dying Matters Week (Sep 1-7) 2025 in Tairāwhiti focusses on starting conversations about death and dying, offering support for grief and end-of-life planning, and promoting wellbeing.

Hosted by Hospice Tairawhiti, events include workshops on creating an open whāriki casket, journaling for wellbeing, and opportunities to learn from local experts and community members.

Use the form on the Go With Grace website to book any of the free community events https://gowithgrace.nz/dyingmatters/gisborne-events/

We're looking forward to next year's event, where we'll be hosting an open Q&A panel with local expertise and knowledge to answer all the questions you've ever wondered about regarding tangi.

Tomorrow's events include:
- Korowai Cuppa 10am - 12pm (Tairawhiti Hospice)
- Supporting Whanau in Palliative Care & Volunteering with Hospice 2pm - 3:30pm (HB WIlliams Memorial Library)
- In The Realm of Death & Dreaming 5:30pm - 7:30pm film screening with Q&A (HB Williams Memorial Library)

29/08/2025

We just received the most gorgeous fruit and chocolate basket! 🥰 And, honestly, we're the ones who are blessed!

Funeral Guide, Heni, describes our gift as "Love wrapped up beautifully!"

Thank you to our beautiful Snowdon family, particularly Shiane and Aunty Theresa, for your very thoughtful gesture and feedback. ❤️ As we are new, this is meaningful, uplifting and encouraging to our team. 🙏🏼 Arohanunui

28/08/2025

Good in the Hood is back at Z!
This year we're proud to support our community partner, Slash for Cash. Head to your local Z, grab a token with any purchase, and vote for your favourite community group.

Together, we can give back to the community we love.

“Activated charcoal is locally-made from all the wood-slash that runs out and on to our beaches .. This biochar has a very special place in our natural 'eco-embalming' kete“, says Funeral Guide, Christian - pictured with Z Energy Regional Manager, Toni.

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22/08/2025

Livestream o te tangi a Christine Snowdon: ❤️❤️

For all those that are unable to attend today much love

21/08/2025

He pānui tangihanga

Moe mai rā
Christine Robin Snowdon
6 December 1958 ~ 19 August 2025

Beloved daughter of Douglas and Hariata Snowdon, and cherished sister of Douglas Jr (dec), Bernard (dec), Peter, Theresa, Danny, Lucy, Michael, Marlene, Maria and Jan.

Deeply missed Māmā of Shiane, and Nanny to Stevie-Maree, Shaelyn, Djarin and Sierra.

Christine passed through the veil at Gisborne Hospital, where she lay surrounded by all her whānau who spent the day and night with her, and is now at rest at home surrounded by her loved ones at 39 Abbott Street, Te Hapara, Gisborne.

The poroporoaki will be held on Friday at 7:30pm with family - all are welcome to join. The closing of the lid will happen the following morning at 6:30am.

Christine's funeral service will be held on Saturday at 11:30am at home, followed by burial at Te Rakau a Ue Urupa, Murphy Road, Wainui Beach, Gisborne. Nau mai, haere mai. Hākari will then be hosted by the whānau at home.

“Moe mai rā e te rangatira.”

For more information, please contact Theresa on 022 580 4726.

18/08/2025

Introducing Funeral Guide, Christian Rangi, as he shares his story about his Mum and the importance of pre-planning, along with a little about us and our connection to and the stars. 🥰

Christian mentions the colour yellow in his talk, referring to his Mum's lineage and whakapapa to Whangara Mai Tawhiti.

To pre-arrange a tangi for yourself or someone you love, access and download our Pre-Planning Form in Messenger. 👌

13/08/2025

Manaaki Mats are our number one product in offering a much greener, eco-friendly alternative to chemical embalming. 👌🏼 Learn more. 🥰

Wishing all who are attending the Compassionate Communities Hui in Whangārei a wonderful time. It is with regret that we can't be this year, we loved being a part of the 2024 hui in Rotorua where we shared information and gave away many mats.

Many groups around the country are supporting their communities offering cooling plates, Manaaki Mats, Ice or traditional practices. Manaaki Mats is only associated with deathcare and comes with support and guidance. We are proud of the growing awareness and difference Manaaki Mats are making in this space, not just in the hospitals, hospices but also in the home.

Thank you Go with Grace for all the organisation for having the 2025 hui in Whangārei.
May it be filled with many powerful moments of sharing and learning, we look forward to seeing this beautiful space continue to grow.

07/08/2025

We're now on .co.nz Māori Business Network 🥳
We're proud to be listed on Whāriki—a platform that uplifts Māori-owned businesses and weaves whanaungatanga through connection, celebration, and support.

This directory is a network of kaupapa Māori businesses driving change, sharing knowledge, and supporting each other to thrive.

Check out our profile: 🤗
https://www.whariki.co.nz/directory-businesses/pohutukawa-funerals-limited

Together, we grow. Tautoko mai — support Māori business.