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Wiremu's Journey Home

$9,795 donated
Given by 213 generous donors in 8 days

Support the immediate Whanau of Wiremu Keepa Jnr on his journey from Perth to Rotorua.

Bay of Plenty

kua hinga te mahuri totara, he akaaka no te wao nui a Tane

During his 23 years with us Wiremu was a leader, a worker (hard worker), a singer, a spokesperson, a mentor, a friend, a cousin, a nephew, a brother and a son.

Wiremu Keepa Jnr made such a positive difference to all during his short time here with us. He was always the first person to put his hand up to help others not only whanau and friends but also strangers. “strangers are friends we have not yet met”

His beautiful soul and ahua was always enjoyed by those in his company.

We are all blessed to be able to share the beautiful memories he has left behind, full of song, laughter, card games and deep meaningful conversation.

This page has been setup with the approval of his immediate whanau to support and assist them in accompanying him on his journey back to his whenua where we can sing one last tune with him and to give him the send-off he deserves.

Your koha aroha will help bring Wiremu home

Tia (Teira) Smith's involvement (page creator)

This has been setup with the knowledge and approval of Wiremu's father, Bryan Keepa to assist and support the journey to bring him home.

Use of funds

All funds raised will go towards the costs associated with bringing Wiremu Keepa Jnr back to Rotorua from Perth, Australia and Tangihanga arrangements.

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Thank you!!  10 May 2017

Due to the overwhelming donations received from whanau, friends and strangers, we have raised the funds needed to bring Wiremu home.

From the whanau of Wiremu Keepa Jnr a heartfelt and sincere thank you to you all for your koha and kind words at this time.

Our boy is home, where he belongs xx

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Carolyn
Carolyn on 05 May 2017
So sad... RIP.
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Guest Donor
Guest Donor on 05 May 2017
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Maria Kapa
Maria Kapa on 05 May 2017
Tino arohanui mau Wiremu. He whetu koe i te rangi. Tino ataahua to ahua, to wairua to ngakau ma (pure) mo nga tangata katoa. Hoki mai e tama, hoki mai.
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Erana
Erana on 05 May 2017
Ka nui te aroha ki a koutou te whānau o Wiremu. Kia kaha kia manawanui.
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Aunty Kat Kingi
Aunty Kat Kingi on 05 May 2017
See you soon my nephew. Out hearts are hurting my boy.Love you so much.xoxoxoxo
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Created by, and paying to a verified bank account of, Tia (Teira) Smith on behalf of The Whanau of Wiremu Keepa Jnr
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This campaign started on 2 May 2017 and ended on 10 May 2017.