On Monday 20 February 2017 tragically as a result of an accident, aged 60. Loving and devoted husband of Hiro. Loving Papa (Paps) to all his children, grandchildren and whangai. Treasured brother to all his brothers and sisters.

Haere atu rā taku Hoa. Rangatira haere haere haere atu ra kua. Whakarerea mai e koe ahau me o tamariki mokopuna Katoa. You were taken from us so suddenly. We wish you still be here with us. We will always miss and love you for eternity, our Papa.

Haare will be lying at Tauanui Marae, Waimana until his funeral service at the same Marae on Friday 24 February at 10am followed by burial at Matahi Urupa, Matahi Valley Road.