KING, Andrew (Anaru/Sonny). It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Anaru at Cambridge Lifecare on Wednesday, 18th February 2026, aged 66 years, after a long illness. Mokopuna of Puruhauhau and Taruke Kingi. Loved son of the late Te Whakapakinga Brownie and Ngaonepu Margaret King (née Tairi). Cherished brother of Monty (deceased), Tui and Huia (deceased). Dearly loved husband of Gay. Treasured father of Paama (deceased) and Hingatu, and much-loved Koro to Sharvay and Issac. Loved cousin, uncle, and friend to many nephews and nieces.
Anaru will return to Maungatautari Marae, Hicks Road, Maungatautari, on Thursday 19th February 2026 at 10.00am to lie in state overnight. A tangihanga will be held at 12.00 noon on Friday, followed by departure from the marae at 1.00pm for Hamilton Crematorium. Messages to the King Family can be sent c/- 3 Hallys Lane, Cambridge 3434 or in Anaru’s online tribute book at www.grinters.co.nz
2 Messages:
Arohanui Gay and Hingatu.I t is with much sadness I read today of Sonny passing.Such lovely memories we have of him. Rest in peace.Arohanui Jo McCaffrey
Dear Gay and family. I was so sorry the hear of the passing of Sonny today. Over recent years I have always wanted to catch up with him, i am so sorry I didn’t get that opportunity. I always remember his beautiful kindness and and friendship and often recounted the day he came to my house in Tennyson st to help me rip out some trees and a fence….. and the drinking afterwards…lol. A long funny story that I will always cherish in the memory of him! My thoughts and prayers to you all at this sad time.
Love Brent Graham