Rangi Hinga

Surname
Hinga
Forename(s)
Rangi

World War 2

Serial No
25876
Rank
Private
Address on enlistment
Awanui, North Auckland, New Zealand
Next of kin
Mrs J. Henry (sister), Awanui, North Auckland, New Zealand
Notes
Service plaque says he died 21 May 1985

Comments (3)

My memories of my koroua was of a gentleman his soft spoken voice who loved bowls. His dear wife Posie passed away some time ago the date I do not know and they are survived by their only child Charles known as Charlie to us all.

On November 8-10 the descendants of Rangi (Ngatirangi) Hinga's parents Paratene and Maata met at Te Puea Marae in Mangere Auckland. So many memories were shared. There was a sense of real pride about our whakapapa and knowing that Rangi Hinga, my grand uncle, will always be a significant part of New Zealand history. Rangi Hinga was born in 1914 and was one of 8 siblings. He is of Ngai Takoto descent. A book commemorating the whanau reunion is being developed. Further information about Rangi Hinga (1914-1985) can be found on our whakapapa website: www.hingawhanau.tribalpages.com.

During my childhood years I spent many happy holidays with Uncle Rangi and Aunty Posie precious memories I will always cherish. I haven't seen my cuz Charlie for many years probably close to 30 years, he's a hard fella to find.