Boy Waaka, 38, recently passed away after a strong battle against kidney cancer. He is pictured here with his wife Elizabeth. Photo / File.
He was a father, a soulmate, husband and friend to many - now Boy Waaka rests peacefully after losing his battle with kidney cancer.
The Hastings man made headlines after travelling as far as Mexico for specialised treatment that could help him live a further six months.
His tangi was
held on Tuesday at Kahuranaki Marae in Te Hauke.
Hundreds have reached out on social media in support of the Waaka family after the tragic loss.
"Love to you and your family my friend words can not express my sorrow for you all......Fighter till the end," a friend wrote.
