Kaitlyn MorrellMultimedia journalist ·Bay of Plenty Times·8 Jul, 2026 08:01 PM4 mins to read‌Te Puke’s Ron Abey, who served during the Korean War, turned 101 on July 9.Te Puke’s Ron Abey, who served during the Korean War, turned 101 on July 9.At 101, Te Puke’s Ronald “Ron” Abey still enjoys a whisky, a laugh and winding up his daughter whenever he gets the chance.

The veteran celebrated his 101st birthday on Thursday, carrying the same humour and positivity that his family says defined a life spanning the Great Depression, war service