Big loss for Bougainville & PNG with death of Joe Maineke
30 April 2015
BOUGAINVILLE and Papua New Guinea were dealt a major blow with the sudden passing of Joseph (Joe) Maineke this week.
Joe was a very positive influence as a leader in Bougainville, particularly in the southern region where he worked within the Buin district office with a special focus on youth and sport.
He was also a leader in the Pacific football community and was highly regarded in his roles of president of the Bougainville Football Association and member of the PNG Football Association (PNGFA).
Joe was integral in the initiative to bring a football academy to Manetai in Bougainville as a high impact project for the future development of football amongst children in the region.
His goal for the Bougainville Football Association was to include a team in the National Soccer League by 2016.
President of the Oceania Football Confederation and PNGFA, David Chung, said the PNGFA will work to fulfil his legacy for the development of football in Bougainville.
Joe is survived by his wife, Agnes, and six children.
Sore tru. RIP.
Posted by: Mathias Kin | 01 May 2015 at 08:48 AM
Sad news. Sincere condolences to Agnes and family.
Posted by: Peter Comerford | 30 April 2015 at 08:02 PM
Such a great loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with Agnes and the children in this time of mourning.
Posted by: John Kaupa Kamasua | 30 April 2015 at 04:33 PM
Deepest condolences Agnes.
Posted by: Phil Fitzpatrick | 30 April 2015 at 04:05 PM