Seru Rabeni was set to become more involved with Hong Kong rugby and open Fiji academy before untimely death
The Fijian great shocked the sport after his death aged just 37
The former Sevens winner, who played in two World Cups with Fiji and with clubs in France, England and New Zealand, died of a suspected heart attack in Fiji.
He had been planning to set up an academy to develop local talent on the islands and help youngsters out of poverty through rugby.
A statement from his partner in Hong Kong, Susan Macdonald said “Seru Rabeni’s unexpected and untimely departure at the age of 37 causes great shock and brings deep grief ... Susan Macdonald and two-year-old daughter Ayami (bound to be a diplomatic go-between with Fiji and Scottish rugby) will contend with fond memories of the man they love and who loved them.
“Susan, Ayami and Seru’s friends know first-hand, and will fondly remember and keenly miss his big frame and even bigger heart – and his warm and gentle and generous personality, and his contagious smile.”