IN MEMORIAM
FOREVER PART OF OUR STORY
Throughout our history, Box Office Boxing has been more than just a boxing club. It has been a place where friendships are formed, memories are made and people become part of something bigger than themselves.
this page is dedicated to the cherished members, friends and supporters who are no longer with us, but whose presence, contributions and friendships remain an enduring part of our club.
we honour their lives, remember the moments we shared and recognise the lasting impact they have had on the Box Office Boxing family.
Gone but never forgotten.
In loving memory of Rita O’Callaghan-Rapana.
A cherished member of the Box Office Boxing Club from the very beginning right up until her tragic passing.
Rita’s dedication, passion and unwavering support helped shape our club and community. She was a much loved and valued part of our boxing whānau, and her presence, kindness, humorous wit and spirit is deeply missed by all who knew her.
In loving memory of John Chambers.
Husband to Tich, Step father to Jake and Sam Rapira and a founding member of Box Office Boxing.
John played a pivotal role in establishing the club by loaning the money to purchase its first premises. He remained a stalwart of the club on the Box Office committee. A true believer in the brothers vision John was a huge supporter of the club.
His sudden passing was a shock to the entire Box Office community.
He is deeply missed.
In loving memory of Wihau Tamihana.
A staple of the 9am class and a friend to all. A man that amazed with his determination and work ethic. we were all saddened by his passing.
Wihau was a much loved part of our boxing whānau, known for his big hear, great spirit and the positive hard working energy he brought to the gym and our community.
He is greatly missed, but remembered always.
In loving memory of Khiarn Price.
A former member of the Box Office Boxing team, Khiarn like many youths found a home at Box Office working his way up to competing in competitions all over the North Island.
Box Office was very saddened to hear of his tragic passing.
In loving memory of Mike Ekdahl.
After a chance meeting with the Rapira whānau in 2008 Mike tried a class at Box Office and remained with the club ever since.
A long serving committee member dedicated to the betterment of the gym and who cared deeply for the club and believed in what it stands for.
Mike played a crucial roll in the relocation of the club from the old scout hall in Bell Block to where we are today.
We were deeply saddened to hear of his passing.
He will be deeply missed.