15 December, 2025, 10:56 am Central - 23°C Rain

George 'FIJI' Veikoso to be laid to rest next Tuesday

George 'FIJI' Veikoso to be laid to rest next Tuesday

By Alipate Narawa
06/08/2025
[Photo Credit: Fiji]

The family and estate of George “FIJI” Veikoso have shared that the funeral service for George “FIJI” Veikoso will take place next Tuesday the 12th of August at the Vodafone Arena in Suva.

They say this will be a time for family, friends and the community to come together in love, remembrance and gratitude for the life of George “FIJI” Veikoso.

The Veikoso family says entry to the stands at the arena will open from 7:30am with all guests kindly required to be seated by 8:15am.

People are asked to please note that the ground floor seating will be reserved for family and close friends only.

The funeral procession will go along Laucala Bay Road at approximately 8am, arriving at the arena by 8.30am., and the service will start at 9am.

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Following the service, family and friends will accompany the funeral cortège to the burial where George “FIJI” Veikoso will be laid to rest in his final resting place, among his ancestors.

The Veikoso family says they wish to extend their deepest gratitude for the outpouring of love, support and heartfelt tributes during this difficult time, adding that the kindness, prayers and presence have brought them comfort as we all prepare to farewell our beloved ‘POJI’.

They say as we gather to celebrate his life and bid him farewell, may we carry his spirit with us always, in every song, every story, and every memory shared.

“Music is the healer, soothing to my soul…” - F1J1

Sunrise 10 May 1970 – Sunset 24 July 2025 FIJI FOREVER

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