David TUNA Obituary

Tonight I found a quote that you shared with me 6 years ago and it's now so fitting.

In the end, it's not the years in your life that count. It's the life in your years. Abraham Lincoln

You of course had a lot of respect for the writings of AL .. you packed a lot into your life that for sure x

David--you were coming down this coming week to help me with the gardens--your brother has been wonderful in helping me in your place--I'd like to think you are watching over the front garden and what we did--each plant was planted with you in my mind--you were so clever, and industrious, you could turn your hand to anything, and do a first class job. I still haven't got those windowsills quite done yet. What a team we all would have made had you moved down here--a dream come true for me--but I will paint the house myself--don't worry I'll get the purple paint for the ceiling that goes white as it dries--and I'll put covers over the furniture--and I'll roll the paint on forwards so it won't splash everywhere--I'll miss us not looking for those old maori pa sites down here--I might go look for them myself. I do miss you David--forever missed--forever loved. Mum. xxxx

The impact of your loss has echoed near and far. You were one of a kind full of charisma, charm and fun. Courageous, brave, strong, proud,empathetic, kind and always wanting to help your friends. Your generosity knew no limits. You were so intelligent with such a thirst for knowledge and a love for history and world events. Your music taste so eclectic always kept me amused ... to see you boot scoot with your cowboy hat on the honky tonk in Nashville, dance to ABBA on broadway in NYC, ride in a NASCAR in Vegas and stare at the Whitehouse with wonder in Washington DC you were truly and purely happy, these are all now moments frozen in time. You are free now DRT fly high.

My dear darling,
A month has gone by, each day has got harder. As we sit and talk about our memories with you will never be forgotten. Each occasion you made very special and unique. Our family times together will always be remembered. David Rawiri Tuna I will never forget the the time we had together, our love as a family, our weekend away wher you wanted us to become one, me becoming Mrs Tuna. You left me with your name and I will forever thank you.
My darling husband I will forever treasure our memories and our love.
Heaven is where you needed to be, and I know your watching over me and our babies.
Love you my baby forever xxxx

I met David when he flew to Sydney Australia to meet me back in 1999. You were one of the most Kind, Caring, Loving person I had met and I loved u so much ( you were my first love... first BF ( long distance but my family got in the way so I couldnt fly over to see you ) My biggest regret was not contacting you sooner to say Hello ( I only found you on Facebook back in Early March but was to nervous to say Hi) I am so sorry to hear this news... my deepest condolences to your mum n dad n brother. Your wife and family. Love From Robyn ❤

Hey baby, the 18th is a day I dread, then comes the 20th. None of this is getting any easier. Life is hard without you. But I know your still with us. I see you and feel you and I love those moments! And i can hear you! I feel at ease when i feel you around me. I'm still trying to make sense of all of this. Me heart breaks for you. I dont know where life is going to take me and our kids, but I know you will lead us in the right direction.
As I sit in this hospital tonight with our shawny, my tears flow of sadness as this is the last place I wanna be. But I have a special person taking me back to your room soon to try have some closer from that night.
Your in my heart and thoughts for ever David
Love you always xxx
Mrs T

Every day seems to be getting harder! I'm missing you like crazy! Our 2 years together was so special. All our memories will stay in my heart forever! You become an important part of our lives David. You were an amazing dad to our kids which I am grateful for.
I havent accepted that your gone, I won't! I know your gonna come back in time.
I love you so much my darling husband!

Your wife

Colleen Tuna

4 weeks ago today I got a call that no mother ever wants to get--my heart is so broken it feels as tho it will never mend--there is an emptiness that won't go away--you were my first born--a bright light in my life that has now gone out--I miss you so so much--but I know you needed to go--I understand why--and while it doesn't make the loss any easier to bear I know you are flying free--I have found your star and at night I can see you up there--your life was an amazing one--you touched peoples hearts wherever you went--your legacy lives on--my old normal has gone and now I must find a new normal--love you always David--miss you forever. Mum Xxxx

I miss you ! I miss your hugs and love !
You always got me and were always there for our boys and your relationship with Kerry was so special.
My baby brother I wish I could have you here for just one more moment to tell you how much I love you .
You made occasions so special and our walks and adventures so memorable. Miss you little big bro , safety briefings and weather reports are now are up to me !!

May the force be with you.
I love you forever & always

Your daughter
Nana

Shine bright up there baby, till we meet again .
Love you with all my heart
Your wifey xxx

3 weeks have passed my darling husband. Always on my mind and always in heart. Me and our kids miss you dearly. Will never forget our 2 years together I am blessed i got to share memories with you. Love you forever and ever, from your mrs T and our kiddies xxx

David Thank you for all the fun times the holidays and BBQs and all the laughs. Thank you being apart of our lives our family for so many years. Thank you for being Hudson's god father I know you will forever look over us.
May you be at peace now. Rest now Big Dave.
All our Love Rachael Ricky , Hudson Charlie and Annabel Brockenbrow

Grief can be so hard, but our special memories help us cope. Remembering you my mate and your loved one today and always lots of love the Suthon Family xox

Dear Phil, Helen & whanau

Thoughts and aroha with you all at this very sad time

Sincere sympathy to you and your family
Arohanui
Loryn Potroz

It is hard to believe that David has left us. I will remember him as a caring, friendly and considerate person. He worked hard with children to give them the best chance now and in the future academically and socially.
Kua hinga te totara i te wao nui a Tane

[The totara has fallen in the forest of Tane]

TUNA, David Rawiri:
David’s South Australian family would like to send their deepest condolences to David’s family. David, you were always such fun, the good times we all had together will live on in our hearts.
— Mick & Jen, Tash & Nathan, Maz & Lyle and Rob.

TUNA, David Rawiri:
I carry your heart, (I carry it in my heart).
— Fiona & Wally dog.