BENNETT, Mark Rehua - passed away in the presence of his loving family in Wellington on 20 October 2024, aged 74 years.

Loved son of Edward Te Keu and Elaine Bennett (nee. Westerman); dearly loved husband of Suzanne Bennett; loved father of Julie Ann, Sam and Holly; best father-in-law of Anastasia; G-pa to his adored grandchildren Alexandra and Sebastian. Loved brother of Bruce, Niki, Gill, Paul, Kim, Michael and Christopher (dec).

A lovely man, generous and genuine, voice of Tamaki Makaurau, a creative, who liked to give more than to receive, a beautiful laugh and smile. The world was a better place with him in it, he will missed forever more.

Messages and tributes can be left in Mark’s tribute book via the tab at the top of this page.

Mark’s funeral service will be held at St Faith's Anglican Church, Ohinemutu, Rotorua on Wednesday 23rd October at 1pm, thereafter interment at Kauae Cemetery.

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BENNETT, Mark Rehua.

Papa, Dadda, Daddy, Father Bear, Dad. A man of great strength, immense mana, endless grace.

A man who never gave up and always gave everything. An unmatched wit and cheeky humour, who loved to laugh and make us laugh.

An unparalleled radio voice that touched countless lives, with a made for television smile. Unshakeable conviction, unwavering values and the warmest heart. Thank you for showing us how to be the people we now get to be.

Moe mai ra, e Papa. Our hero. Our pou. Our Dad. Aroha nui, Julie-Ann, Sam, Holly