Of Hokitika, New Zealand, peacefully left us on September 1, 2024, aged 47 years. Beloved wife of Ivan Wharerimu Iraia, mother of Piata, Nikora, Kapua, and Kaiawa, cherished daughter of Sandra Margaret Pearson and David Karaitiana Tuhiwai-Ruru, treasured sister of Tania, Cecilia, Jade, and Ammon, much loved niece, aunty, sister-in-law and friend. Messages to 82 Sewell Street, Hokitika 7810, or can be left on Davina’s tribute page at www.thompsonfd.co.nz. A Service to celebrate Davina’s life, will be held in the Ngati Waewae Arahura Marae, on Wednesday, September 4, commencing at 11am. Private cremation to follow.
Davina Areta Ruru
September 1, 2024
My heartfelt thoughts are with all of Davina’s whanau. She had strength and tenacity and huge mana. Taken far too soon xxxx
Our heart felt sympathy to Piata and her family. Sending all our love ❤️
From Chelsea and the Westland High Blue Team.
So sorry to hear this very sad news.
Thoughts are with all the whanau.
Taken way too soon.
RIP Davina.
I’m so sorry to hear this very sad news.
Deepest sympathy to Ivan & whanau. Davina was such a beautiful lady & will sadly missed by all who had the pleasure of knowing her. RIP Davina x
Davina was one of the warmest and most caring people I have had the pleasure of getting to know. We are so sad to hear this news, she will be sorely missed. Sending love and strength to Davina’s whānau and friends. Rest in paradise xx
Sorry to hear this very sad news. Sending condolences and our love to the whole whanau.
From Kelly and family
Kia kaha e Tama me nga tamariki, me nga whanau katoa.
Kore ake te mamae e whaea,
Okioki i te roto i te aroha.
On behalf of the Kiwi Rugby Club our thoughts are with you Whare, Nikora, Kapua, Kaiawa and Piata. She will be deeply missed by you all.
Such an incredibly special wahine. Was a pleasure to know you. Find the rest you so deserve