Christopher RAUTAO Obituary

My heart hurts knowing such a great guy and good friend one of many I made in Nelson while living there! We hung out for a couple of years and I'll surely miss him!! Peace to you brother!!

Dear Dianne
My deepest condolences for your loss. I haven't seen you and Chris for years, and only just found out about Chris passing.
As I write this I've got Walter Mitty In The Scrub playing. I've got tears in my eyes but I remember Chris's smile and infectious laugh. I remember so many laughs and good times with him. I remember our days at Waimea College, our time at art school, and catching the bus to work with him when he worked at Social Welfare. I was always in awe of his drawing and painting skills. Watching Walter Mitty and Decay Dance play are such fond memories. Over the years I lost touch with not only you and Chris but pretty much all the people I knew in Nelson. I think I thought we'd all be around for a lot longer and I'd always see people again one day.
I miss Chris.
I wish you all the best.
Aroha, Colin

Sending love and strength to Dianne and whanau. I haven´t you for years, but when I did you were always together. A long lasting love that will continue forever. Sending you love and strength. Sharon and Tony Healey

Dearest Di,

Our heartfelt sympathy to you during the days that follow with the loss of your beloved darling Chris.

Losing your soul mate is one of the deepest sorrows a heart can know. But his goodness, caring and love lives on and that will remain with you forever and always.

May you find real comfort in the special memories you shared and may they surround you with peace.

If ever you need anything, anytime and anywhere.
Always here for you for a hug, a cry or someone to talk or listen to you. Arohanui always e hoa!
May the good Lord watch over and keep you close
Michelle & Graham Storer XX

Our deepest sympathy Carole, Michael, Alan,Tamati and Mary, for the sad loss of Christopher. In our thoughts.
Love xx

You've gone and made us all cry Chris Rataou...
Because my friend, you had something very special about you that made everyone who met you feel happy and warm.

To Diane, you two were besties, royal and loyal partners so long..
Our hearts and feelings and sympathies go out to you for your loss.

And condolences to your whanau, specially your mum , thanks Caroline for the love you gave him that we felt so strong in your beloved son Chris, our beautiful and stylish friend. Always cheeky, and cheerful.
The undisputed King of chill.
Our Chris Rautao the man, Artful dodger once more, slipped out the back early one last time, leaving us with precious memories of happy times with him and Diane, and echoes, sound of the tone of his beautiful laugh .

What I'd give, for one more day in the sun with him and the music.. and his laughter, the most beautiful music of all.
What we all would .
Now you got me crying again bro..


Farewell and thank you my friend.
Kia kaha, through the tears and all the coming years.
We remember you always .

Love you , Jules

I was very sad to hear this news and my thoughts are with you Diane. Please do not hesitate to reach out if you need anything or just a chat. Much love,

My Deepest Sympathy on the passing of Chris
Only just found out from Dad
Very sorry Diane I am here for you if you need me
Love Heather

Very sorry to hear this

Roger

So sorry to learn of this. We had many good times at Wicked Draw gigs, and after parties. Condolences to all his whanau

Much love at this saddest of times, little sis. Here for you offering support in any way we can. Much love,

Gosh Di I was shocked and saddened to hear of Chris's passing. My heart goes out to you. Please accept my sincere condolences. He was so loved by many & will be sorely missed. So so sad. Kia Kaha Di.

Diane we were shocked to hear of Chris's passing
We have fond memories of our touring the local watering holes with you both
Our thoughts are with you at this sad time