I'm here way too late but I really don't think you'd have minded. Though we knew eachother by association really, you appear in so many memories of mine. You gave advice, compliments, and care just when people needed it. Almost automatically you gave and gave no matter who or what or how. This world is worse off without you in it but your impact lives and glimmers out in the tiny ways you saved the people you knew and their ability to love and care and give the way you did. One of my greatest regrets will be failing to get to know you better. I'm not sure where we go when we leave, but I hope that wherever you are you are in the most serene peace, experiencing the comfort you so generously gave out.

This was a beautiful service celebrating life, love and treasured memories. I will always remember the message about being mindful and enjoying all the small moments in life. We are thinking of you all and sending our love. Lara and Koopa xx

Dear Nat, Jenine, Raley, Barry & Dee & Mardene (and all of the family), your tribute to your anything-but-ordinary boy was so beautiful and moving and fitting. We are so deeply sorry for your loss. We know that your memories of William's brilliance will warm your hearts and be part of what powers you on all of life's journeys ahead. Someone said it well yesterday - that William is one of the elders now to be remembered and honored. And we will. All our love, Theresa, Larry, Claire & Sam

The livestream was both heartbreaking and a beautiful tribute to William. We met William at Kiwigrass 2021 - It was a perfect weekend at Lake Karapiro, sunny weather, great music and laughs. Know that we'll always remember him in that perfect setting. You are all in our thoughts. Love Tina & Ian xx

Thank you for making it possible for us to be here with you and your family as you remembered William. So much love and honesty in that room. We are holding you close in our hearts.

Janine, Nat and family, Wonderful talented William. We are so sorry. So lost for words. Love to you in this time. Lisa, Simon Imogen and Phaedra

Jenine, Nathan and Raley. We truly appreciated the opportunity to be able to be with our New Zealand family in the celebration of William's life during the telecast service this morning. William's farewell was a fitting tribute to an amazing young man. In 23 years he touched so many lives in a loving and positive way. His memory will always be that of a cheeky smile, a kind word and a loving heart. Love, The Mulligans

Dear Jenine, Nat and your beautiful family, I had the privilege of meeting your adorable son when my son Jamie was living in the same 'Manor' as William a couple of years ago. On meeting William I was struck by how polite, engaging, open and delightful he was. What an incredible human being. I was delighted he was my son's friend. I can't imagine the grief you are sustaining. My heart bleeds for you. I have some photos of William with his flatmates somewhere and I've been looking for them. Please send me an email so I can forward them when I find them. The service was.... I'm lost for words Love, Julia

Sending so much love to your family. The world has lost a real bright spark. I am endlessly devastated that my opportunity to get to know William got cut short. Even so, I knew how special he was, and how much he cared for the people in his life.

such a beautiful celebration of a truly wonderful human. My heart goes out to you <3

My heart breaks for you all. I wished I had known William. I’m happy that he was really into music and performing. He had a kind, loving heart, great sense of humor and was smart. The casket was decorated with lots of thought. I loved that. The service leader was outstanding. Thank you so much for broadcasting the service and allowing us all to be there.

I'm so sorry for your loss. Thank you for sharing such moving tributes. All my love, Am.

I was *so* fortunate to have my brief times with William. He was always so kind, so funny, and just so damn cool. I loved being able to sit next to him at KiwiFoos and discuss life, technology, the future, and roleplaying games. Once, as a teenager, William said I was "cool". I never told him, but ever since—whenever I was having a hard time, whenever my mind went dark—I would try to remember that this fucking awesome teenager told *me* (a boring middle aged man) that *I* was cool. That one kind and genuine comment has sustained me much more than I've been willing to admit. William, you touched everyone around you. We're so lucky to have had you in the world. ♥

Sorry we could be with you all in person today, but the livestream was beautiful. You are all in our hearts and thoughts x

I remember him wearing the Kiwi costume at San Jose second night party. He could bring style to anything and always with joy.

Nga mini nui for the beautiful, powerful korero. William lives on, forever. Never forget that. In every song you play. Arohanui, Cath Koa xx

A few months ago William and I reconnected for the first time since 2019, and we had caught up with eachother once a week since September last year. I give my whole heart to your family, and I will miss my friend dearly.

I am so sorry to hear of your loss. Hold tight to each other and to all of your loved ones in the days to come. You will be in my thoughts. Love, Tom

Our hearts to go out to all of you. Know that we are there in spirit and an email/text/phone call away if you ever need anything. To an amazing young man, who will be sorely missed by all.

Dear friends, I am very sorry to hear about the passing of your beautiful son. I had the pleasure of meeting William several times over the years and I always enjoyed our chats. My heart goes out to you. Me te aroha tino nui atu

Dear Jenine, Nat and family, you will all be in our thoughts today and we are deeply sorry for you loss. Please reach out if we can be of any kind of support to you, our door is always open for you and while we can't pretend to know how you are all feeling we are for you. Sending our deepest sympathies and love, Rob & Wendy.

William was so much fun at Kiwigrass 2021, he was a natural MC, a talented muso and very entertaining, where he joined our band, the Melling Station Boys, without any rehearsal, on stage to adorn props and join in on a song. William was such a beautiful person. Thankyou Jenine Abarbanel and Nat Torkington for bringing him into this world and his wonderful presence made our world a better place.