Uncle you were only 25 when god called you home. You were our mother Waina Rore Wikeepas first cousin. When I was a young girl I remember my mum telling us about her handsome brave cousin who went to war. Although I never met you uncle, your memory through the stories my mum told of you is enough for me to know that you were her hero and ours too. You will never be forgotten uncle. On behalf of my mum Waina we her children, and mokopuna salute you and thank you for giving your life for us. Your neice Awaroa Rapana.