David Te Maipi

David Te Maipi

On 9 January 2010 David Te Maipi passed peacefully away in his back garden in the afternoon sun. 

David was a very active CanTeener in 2007 and 2008, he attended National Camp in 2008 (Auckland) and 2009 (New Plymouth).  Many staff will remember him as he won the staff cup at the 08 National Camp. 

David also got to go on Jumpstart last year - which was one of the things he wanted to do before he died - as well as getting a tattoo on his back and his lip pierced. 

David made the most of his last year and was very involved in his college Kapa Haka group and got to go to his senior school ball. 

Our thoughts go out to his family and friends.

David will be greatly missed by all CanTeeners and staff.

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  • hey David (1)

    you where the first ever person who i met with the same cancer as me and it amaized me how you just keped on going when i always felt like giving up i will never forget you xo and missing you

  • hey bro

    hey bro sorry ii never made it back aye you no me always out and about now my bros with you please look after him bro lots love shay beii beii

    from shay beii beii

  • David...

    I just saw a tattoo my little sisters childhood friend had, dedicated to you. I grew up in Upper Hutt. So, I looked you up David and found your story. I miss you, even though I don't know you - I'll meet you one day. Love, Shelley xo

    from Shelley Collier-Todd

  • aww :(

    iread an article about david for english & it was soo touching. i was so inspired & i actually got the chance to research him :) rest in peace! ♥

  • Forever Young

    Today is your 19th birthday. Happy Birthday my son my Knight your Queen forever. Love mummy xoxoxoxoxo

  • David (1)

    Hey i knew david from when he was younger, he was a friend of my younger brother reuben. I at the moment am about to enter into a campaign for canteen christmas cards and i came across this rememberance of david. Id just like to say what an encouragement it was for me reading this, his acheivements though his struggling times was amazing and it has given me a boost towards helping out with canteen sponsorship. I express my condolence for your family but at the same time celebrate the wonderful life he lived and the strength both you and your family have. God Bless to you and your family.

  • My Hero

    Even though I never got to meet you Bro you are the Man. He ira Tangata he ira atua See you in the next life.

    from Stevo The Fire Fighter

  • david

    i love u so much ill miss u forever

    from kain brother of david

  • Hey David

    I really enjoyed spending time with you. You certainly were an inspiration.

    from Lauree Tito

  • Jump start 2009

    I was a helper at jump start 2009 and David was one of my favourite guys! He was such a positive and humble guy. Ill never forget him!!! Rest in peace buddy :)