14/06/2026
On Friday, we bade farewell to a truly beautiful soul. I first met Joy eight years ago at Pacific Runway™️ & she remained a very special friend & sister ever since.
She exemplified the true meaning of her name: Joy. She touched so many people with her warmth, love & kindness. For myself personally, she was always there with her support - sending constant messages of encouragement, attending our events & sharing her unwavering support & commitment to uplifting our community of makers, creatives & small businesses.
Her joy in supporting & uplifting others was immense & palpable. She was that rare person who had no ego. She wanted YOU to win, because to her, that meant we all win.
What a joy & what a privilege, it was to know you & be loved by you Joy. The world is honestly a sadder place without you in it 😔 But as Mal Fruean so beautifully eulogised on Friday, while we may be grieving here, on the other side of the veil, how overjoyed must your whānau be to have you with them.
Our deepest condolences, sympathies & aroha go out to Richard & the children.
Moe mai rā
Toka ā ʻi he nonga mo e fiemālie
Moce e na veivakacegu
Ia manuia lau malaga Joy. We love you & will miss you so 🤍
(Credit: First pic jannike.larae)