Passed away peacefully on Friday, December 6, 2024, with Wendy by his side, after a short but brave battle, aged 85 years.  Treasured and loved husband of Wendy, honoured and adored Dad and father-in-law of Sean and Andrea, Rachael and Chris, Aaron and Lisa, and Tania and Ken. The best role model and respected Pōua of Joseph, Georgia, Jake, Lukas, Stella, Eva, Emily and William. Treasured brother of the late Hōhepa (Joe), the late Anthony (Tony), Peter, Trish, Dale, George, the late Suzanne, Jill, Nanette and partners. Messages may be addressed to: The family of the late Richard Taiaroa, c-/o PO Box 39001, Christchurch 8545. The funeral service for Richard will be held at the Leeston Rugby Club, Leeston, on Thursday, December 12 at 1:30pm, followed by private interment at Ellesmere Cemetery.