Reunion 1980/1981

Our first reunion was held over the new year period of 1980-1981. It saw over 3000 of Manuel’s 6300 known descendents, and spouses, gather to reconnect with their roots.

Photo’s

Meeting at Tikapa
Meeting at Tikapa
Lou Tangaere and his committee
Lou Tangaere and his committee
Reunion Marquee
Reunion Marquee
Reunion Cake
Reunion Cake
Ball partners line the Marquee
Ball partners line the Marquee
Debutantes
Debutantes
Debutantes presentation
Debutantes presentation
Jose wine label
Jose wine label
José's Memorial Stone
José’s Memorial Stone
Looking north over Taumata, José's final resting place
Looking north over Taumata, José’s final resting place