Vava’u. Tonga — The family of Taiana Oneone Koluse has announced that her funeral will take place on 20 May 2026, following her death in a fatal shooting earlier this month at her home in Utulangivaka, Vava’u.
According to a notice shared by the family on social media, the body of the 43-year-old will be taken from the hospital to Pouono at 8am Thursday, where she will be laid to rest.
Koluse was reportedly shot at the family residence, with police confirming that her 43-year-old husband has since been arrested and remains in custody as investigations continue.
Authorities have also indicated that one of the couple’s daughters was injured during the incident.
The condition of the daughter has not been publicly disclosed.
As Kaniva News reported earlier, tributes flooded social media immediately after the news emerged, with many expressing condolences to both the children and their father.
We also understand that tensions have emerged between the two families, with relatives of the deceased vowing to seek justice, while others have called for restraint, comfort, and the preservation of peace between both parties.
The case has drawn widespread attention and concern, highlighting issues of domestic violence and family safety within the community.
As the family prepares to farewell Oneone, tributes and condolences have continued to be expressed both locally in Vava’u and across Tonga.
