1 April 1968 – 17 October 2021
1 April 1968 – 17 October 2021
Janette Denise Kokaua passed away suddenly on the 17th of October 2021 at her home.
This is her tribute page where everyone is encouraged to write messages of love and memories through this tough time.
The Live Stream service will be displayed here on the day of Jan's service.
My Condolences to the Kokaua whanau I hope you are able to take comfort in knowing she is in heaven and at peace .
Rest in paradise our beautiful cousin forever in our hearts. Sending our love condolences and prayers of comfort to you all family love you all.
To our beloved cousin and niece Janette Hearing the news of you passing has been heartbreaking to our family. We cherish each moment we have had with you and are blessed to have had you in our lives. Your memory will forever be etched in our hearts and minds and you will be dearly missed. We are sorry family that we were not able to be with you all but know you all are in our thoughts and prayers. We love you all very much. Rest in eternal love Janette. Sending all our aroha xoxo from Aunty Mina & Uncle Bill kids David and his family Mary and her family Vicky and her family xoxo
Dearest Jan There's so many things to say. Yet when I go to write it seems to all disappear. Just know I'll look after caitlin. And that hopefully I made the pudding right (I tried) You weren't one for many words so I'll keep this short and sweet Thank you for understanding Thank you for loving Thank you for giving me an older cousin Thank you for listening Thank you for being undoubtedly you You will be cherished and loved forever and always Arohanui Baillie 💕🌺
On behalf of the Heather & Tolua family. We would like to send our deepest condolences to our cousin Janette and the Hamilton family. You will be missed. Lots of love from Aunty Pa and her kids. xxx
To my dear niece, it’s been a shock to my family. You’re dearly missed by us all. Our condolences to our family. I am saddened that we cannot be there with you all. Our hearts and thoughts are with our family in Hamilton. I wanted to share something comforting with the family from the Bible. Isaiah 57:17 says: For this is what the High and Lofty One says, who lives forever and whose name is holy: “I reside in the high and holy place, but also with those crushed and lowly in spirit. To revive the spirit of the lowly and to revive the heart of those being crushed.” The Bible also shares a beautiful promise in the future. We will look forward to seeing you in the paradise. Revelation 21:4: “And he will wipe out every tear from their eyes, and death will be no more, neither will mourning nor outcry nor pain be anymore. The former things have passed away.”
2nd Timothy Chapter 1 vs 7 For the spirit that God has given us does not make us timid; instead, his spirit fills us with power, love and self-control. I remember the first day we met, I will quote these exact words you said – “I am grateful and lucky to have an older sister”, This is a little poem just for you my sister Janette from your older sister. I am grateful for you I am grateful for the first day we met Even though you knew I could not stay I am grateful for the memories that we shared Even though they made me cry with sadness I am grateful for the love that we shared Even though you and I are distant apart I am grateful the time we hug and embrace Even if it was too short I am grateful to still call you my sister Even without goodbye. I am grateful for you Your memory is my keepsake with which we’ll never part. God has you in his safe keeping. I have you in my heart. There is no more, pain, no more struggle, and no more hurt. Rest in peace my grateful sister Janette. Always forever Older sis Maara and Older bro Piri
I may not know much about you I was young when you went away Aunty, but I still love you so. I am sad for my cousin Caty cos her mum is gone. I'm sad for my dad cos his older sister is gone. I'm sad for my nanny and poppa cos their oldest daughter is gone. But most of all I'm sad for our family. RIP aunty Janette Kokaua we will miss and love you always. Fly high aunty Love Ry-Lee Riri-Kokaua 💗❤️❤️🌺🌺🤍🤍🌺🌺❤️❤️💗
My dear sister Jan, I am still in shock with your passing. I shall always remember the good times. At Xmas when you got multiple bottles of body wash, you said, "well I won't need to buy soap for the next year" or teasing our brother Billy, saying "I wonder what beach towels the kids will be getting this year" before they even open the presents! I shall miss your quietness, you didn't often have a lot to say, but when you did, you usually came up with pearlers! Whenever you came for your Saturday visit, first thing you did was make a cuppa and asked what biscuits we had, I always made sure the tin was full! Rest easy Jan, I will make sure mum, dad and Caty are Ok. Sleep peacefully my sister, until we meet again. Luv your sister Jodi 🌸🌸💕
Matthew 5:4 Blessed are those who mourn for they will be comforted. My beautiful Aunty Janette You were definitely my favorite Aunty because when we were small Pops was Aunty Jodi's baby. She had no time for us (jokes🤣 ❤ Aunty Jods). As kids, we'd spend almost every Christmas with you guys and I remember you were always so happy but yet so chill. I loved that about you. Not getting on Grandpa's nerves like Uncle Stu #truestory😁 I am sad to know that you have gone, but I know that it's too a far better place than here. You will definitely be missed by all who love you. Psalm 18:2 The LORD is my protector; he is my strong fortress. My God is my protection, and with him I am safe. He protects me like a shield; he defends me and keeps me safe. You are now free from all your wordly burdens. Go and take refuge with our Lord. Forever in our hearts Edna & Kevin xoxo
Despite our years apart, I carried a piece of you with me. So it is with a heavy heart I write of your passing. Although our time together was brief, I still smile thinking of the good times and what could have been. Devastated for your family and friends. Janette, for a short time, you were the brightest star in my universe. Rest easy now with our Lord and shine bright alongside him. Until we meet again. Paul. xxx
I wish I could take your pain away aunty I'm sorry you had to go away. God has a new angel now 💗💗 Love you aunty Janette Rhett
To our dear beloved sister Janette We will miss you dearly. We are shocked and saddened by your departure. We hope you are at peace. Rest easy now Jan Arohatinonui Charlie, France and your nephews Ry, Rhett and Renzo XXX

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