January 1 -
Aa, Gertrude H. Nov. 15, 2005 Gertrude H. Aa, 76, of Makawao, Maui, died in Maui Memorial Medical Center. She was born in Makawao. She is survived by children Ellsworth and Haunani, four grandchildren and 10 great-grandchildren. Services: 7:30 p.m. Friday at Borthwick Norman's Mortuary. Call after 6 p.m. Additional services: 9 a.m. Saturday at Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, Pukalani Ward. Call after 8 a.m. Burial: 10:30 a.m. at Maui Veterans Cemetery. [Honolulu Star Bulletin, 20 Nov 2005]
Aa, Gertrude H., 76, of Makawao, died Nov. 15, 2005, at Maui Memorial Medical Center. Visitation will be held from 6 to 9 p.m. Friday at Borthwick Norman’s Mortuary, with a service at 7 p.m. Visitation will continue at 8 a.m. Saturday at the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in Pukalani, with a service at 9 a.m. Burial will follow at 10:30 a.m. at Maui Veterans Cemetery. Mrs. Aa was born Jan. 16, 1929, in Makawao. She was a homemaker. She is survived by two sons, Ellsworth Aa and Haunani Aa; four hanai children, Joey Brittain, Pache Brittain, Hanalei Brittain-Leong and Shanna-Mae Cullen; and four grandchildren and 10 great-grandchildren. [Maui News, 21 Nov 2005]
Abad, Juana Soria July 15, 2005 Juana Soria Abad, 95, of Aiea, a homemaker, died in Ewa Beach. She was born in the Philippines. She is survived by son Lolito, daughter Teresita Guinto, six grandchildren and 13 great-grandchildren. Services: 7 p.m. Friday and 9 a.m. Saturday at Our Lady of Good Counsel. Call after 5 p.m. Friday and 8 a.m. Saturday. Burial: 11 a.m. at Valley of the Temples. Casual attire. Flower welcome. (Honolulu Star Bulletin, August 7, 2005)
Abara, Caryn Leanne Caryn Leanne Abara of ‘Ele‘ele, died Sept. 1, 2005, at Queen's Medical Center at the age of 26. Born Jan. 10, 1979, in Lihu‘e, she was a customer service supervisor for Home Infusion. She is survived by her husband: Gerald Hurd; parents: Orlando and Carol Abara; sister: Rhonda (Kalani) Tranilla; grandmother: Mary Abara; nieces: Azlynn Abara and Kira Tranilla; nephews: Cody Tranilla and Deric Tranilla and numerous aunties, uncles and cousins. Family and friends may call on Friday, Sept. 9, at Borthwick Mortuary Chapel in Koloa from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. and again on Saturday, Sept. 10, at St. Raphael's Church from 1:30 p.m. to 2:15 p.m. where Mass will be celebrated at 2:30 p.m. Burial to follow at St. Raphael's Church Cemetery. Casual attire is suggested. Arrangements are being handled by Borthwick Kauai Mortuary.(Kauai Garden, 7 Sep 05)
Abara, Felipe dela Cruz of Koloa died July 25, 2005, at Wilcox Memorial Hospital, at the age of 70. Born Aug. 23, 1934, in the Philippines, he retired from McBryde Sugar Company as a heavy-equipment mechanic, and also worked part time at Coco Palms Resort and the Hyatt Regency Kauai. He also served in the U.S. Army. He is survived by his wife: Vickie E. Abara; two daughters: Lorna Mae (Guy) Takahashi and Michelle Abara; three sisters: Prisca Domingo, Anastacia (John) Martinez, and Columba (Rico) Rombaoa; three grand-children; numerous aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews and cousins. Friends may visit with the family from 9 a.m. to 10:15 a.m. on Saturday, July 30, at St. Raphael's Church in Koloa, where Mass will be celebrated at 10:30 a.m. by Father Nap. Burial will follow at Kauai Veterans Cemetery in Hanapepe. [KGIN, July 28, 2005]
Abbey, Michael David Aug. 30, 2005 Michael David Abbey, 52, of Kihei, Maui, a self-employed graphic artist, died in Maui Memorial Medical Center. He was born in Oakland, Calif. He is survived by son Joshua, daughter Kori, father Loren, mother Ruth Koehn-Frake, brother Richard, sisters Theresa Nicolet and Cheri Kalsey, and a grandchild. Private services. (Star Bulletin, 2 Sep 05)
Abbott, Robina Rae 47, of Kane'ohe, died May 16, 2005. Born in Honolulu. Survived by husband, Frank "Dennis"; sons, Anthony and Eric Knight, and Ian Abbott; daughters, Bonita Aguilar and Vena Lopez; mother, Magdalena Talon; father, Fred Talon; sister, Suzanne Talon; brother, Fred Talon; three grandchildren. Visitation from 9 a.m. Tuesday at St. Ann's Catholic Church; Mass 11:45 a.m.; burial 1 p.m. at Hawai'i State Veterans Cemetery. Aloha attire. Arrangements by Moanalua Mortuary. [Adv, May 29, 2005]
Abcede, Joyce Leimamo Nov. 10, 2005 Joyce Leimamo Abcede, 65, of Ewa Beach, a Kailua school bus driver, died in Kapiolani Medical Center, Pali Momi. She was born in Wailuku. She is survived by husband Noe S. Jr.; sons Ralph L.I. Keliihoomalu, Michael K., Wilson N.K. and Christian K.K. Abregano-Abcede; daughter Noelani K.; stepdaughter Noeriza Nunes; sisters Dorothy L. Leong, Esther H. Smith, Ruth L. Williamson, Linda G.W. Hopeau, Evalyn C. Kahaleua, Henrietta H.L. Hopeau, Wilma W. Kahoiwai and Kelly L. Keliihoomalu-Abregano; brothers Henry K. and Roland H. Keliihoomalu; and eight grandchildren. Services: 7 p.m. Thursday at Mililani Mortuary, mauka chapel. Call after 6 p.m. Casual attire. (Honolulu Star Bulletin, Dec 4, 2005)
Abe, Emiko S. Oct. 12, 2005 Emiko S. Abe, 93, of Wahiawa, a public grade-school teacher, died in Wahiawa General Hospital. She was born in Hilo. She is survived by son Patrick, daughter Carol Sullivan and sister Esther Suyama. Services: 4:30 p.m. Sunday at Mililani Mortuary-Waipio, makai chapel. Call after 3:30 p.m. Committal services: 11:30 a.m. Tuesday at National Memorial Cemetery of the Pacific, Punchbowl. Casual attire. [Honolulu Star Bulletin, 3 Nov 2005]
Abe, Harue Nov. 9, 2005 Harue "Mildred" Abe, 93, of Honolulu died in Kuakini Medical Center. She was born in Paia, Maui. She is survived by sons Harry H. and Richard T., daughters Louise M. Abe and Susan M. Iwaoka, brother Akitoshi Wakabayashi, sister Evelyn S. Furukawa, three grandchildren and two great-grandchildren. Services: 6 p.m. Wednesday at Hosoi Garden Mortuary. Casual attire. No flowers. [Honolulu Star Bulletin, 19 Nov 2005]
Abe, Isamu Aug. 5, 2005 Isamu Abe, 86, of Haleiwa, an Abe Contracting and Richmar's Laundromat owner, died in the Queen's Medical Center. He was born in Waialua. He is survived by sons Paul I., James M. and Richard H.; daughters Aileen A. Stewart and Marilee Y. Lyons; brothers; 10 grandchildren; and 14 great-grandchildren. Services: 10 a.m. Saturday at St. Michael Church, 67-390 Goodale Ave., Waialua. Casual attire. No flowers. (Honolulu Star Bulletin, August 10, 2005)
Abe, Kenji 86, of Honolulu, died June 30, 2005. Born in Waimanalo. A finish carpenter with Holmes & Narver. Survived by son, Randall; sister, Nancy Mijo; brother, Tadashi; two grandsons. Service over the ashes 10 a.m. Saturday at Valley of the Temples Memorial Park Chapel; lunch to follow; burial of ashes noon at Valley of the Temples Memorial Park. No flowers. Casual attire. Arrangements by Hawaiian Memorial Park Mortuary. [Adv, July 24, 2005]
Abe, Kenneth Shigetoshi 70, of Honolulu, died May 26, 2005. Born in Honolulu. A print operator retired from BHP Co. Survived by wife, Elaine; brothers, Paul, Douglas and Carl; sister, Elaine Yoshimi. Service 6 p.m. Monday at Hosoi Garden Mortuary. Casual attire. [Adv, June 2, 2005]
Abe, Kiyoshi "Stanley" "Banana Man" 88, of Kahalu'u, died March 17, 2005. Born in Honolulu. Retired banana peddler and farmer. Survived by wife, Mildred; sons Walter and Ben; daughter, Florence Alford; five grandchildren; sister, Carolyn Morita. Service 2 p.m. Tuesday at Hosoi Garden Mortuary. No flowers Casual attire. [Adv, Mar 25, 2005]
Abe, Stanley Masato 71, of 'Aiea, died Feb. 24, 2005. Born in 'Ewa. Survived by wife, Susan. Service 10 a.m. Sunday at Hosoi Garden Mortuary. No flowers. Casual attire. . [Adv, Mar 2, 2005]
Abear, Nicholas 78, of Mililani, died July 9, 2005. Born in Wahiawa. Survived by brothers, Ted and James; sisters, Carmen Aranaydo, Della Nagata and Edith Barcina. Visitation 9 a.m. Friday at Mililani Mortuary, Waipi'o, Makai Chapel; service 10:30 a.m.; burial 11 a.m. at Mililani Memorial Park. Casual attire. [Adv, July 19, 2005]
Abear, Willie 80, of Wahiawa, died July 15, 2005. Born in Waialua. Retired from C.P.C./Del Monte Corp. Survived by wife, Janet; sons, Andrew and Allan; daughters, Elizabeth Ladao, Yvonne McIntire and Jennifer Kaitoku; brothers, Ted and James; sisters, Carmen Aranaydo, Della Nagata and Edith Barcina; eight grandchildren; five great-grandchildren. Visitation 5 p.m. Saturday at Mililani Mortuary Mauka Chapel; service 6:30 p.m. Burial 10 a.m. Monday at Mililani Memorial Park. Casual attire. [Adv, July 27, 2005]
Abedor, Betty Lou 72, of Honolulu, died May 30, 2005. Born in Evansville, Ind. Survived by son, John; daughter, Christine; grandsons, Brandon, Michael and Ryan; four great-grandchildren; brother, James Scott. Service with scattering of ashes 10 a.m. Thursday at Sandy Beach. For more specific location call 537-3334. Aloha attire. Arrangements by Nuuanu Memorial Park & Mortuary. [Adv, June 2, 2005]
Abel, Betty Jean Oct. 7, 2005 Betty Jean Abel, 72, of Waianae, a Boulevard Cafeteria kitchen supervisor and head baker, died in Aiea. She was born in Snyder, Texas. She is survived by daughter Kelly J. Sceppe and four grandchildren. Private services. (Star Bulletin, 20 Oct 2005)
Abella, Leonora Gerella 83, of 'Ewa Beach, died June 1, 2005. Born in Abucay, Bataan, Philippines. Survived by sons, Robert, Severiano, Cornelio, Jose, Zosimo and Primitivo; daughters, Aldetrudes Olaes, Filomena Kalauwa, Estelita Espina, Corazon Guillermo, Maria Dolores Datu and Maria Teresa Harrell; 44 grandchildren; 35 great-grandchildren. Visitation 9 a.m. Friday at Mililani Mortuary mauka chapel. Burial 11 a.m. at Mililani Memorial Park. [Adv, June 8, 2005]
Abellera, Rodalyn Garcia Nov. 13, 2005 Rodalyn Garcia "Lynlyn" Abellera, 24, of Pahala, Hawaii, a Kilauea Military Camp housekeeper at Hawaii Volcanoes National Park, died in Kona Community Hospital in Kealakekua, Hawaii. She was born in Basilan province, the Philippines. She is survived by fiance Ferdinand Pascual, parents Ernesto and Pilar, brother Rene G. and grandparents Benito and Martha Abellera and Victor and Cristina Garcia. Services: 7 p.m. Friday at Pahala Holy Rosary Catholic Church. Call after 6 p.m. Visitation: all night at family residence in Pahala. Call after 9 p.m. Mass: 9 a.m. Saturday at the church. Call after 8 a.m. Burial to follow at Naalehu Community Cemetery. Casual attire. [Honolulu Star Bullletin, 22 Nov 2005]
Abing, Emerald Dawn 17, of Colorado Springs, Colo., died July 9, 2005. Born in Klamath, Ore. A high school student in Colorado. Survived by parents, Dexter and Gail; brothers, Solomon, Filemon, Jonathan and Benjamin; sisters, Heather, Crystal, Pearl, Blossom and Angel; grandmother, Benita. Service to be held in Colorado Springs. Arrangements by Leeward Funeral Home. [Adv, July 17, 2005]
Abing, Roxanne Aurdey Sept. 24, 2005 Roxanne Aurdey Abing, 48, of Honolulu died in Honolulu. She was born in Grass Valley, Calif. She is survived by husband Roger E.; daughters Shoshanna Abing, Angie Furrow, and Stephanie and Nicole Thomas; son Ryan Palmieri; parents Antonio and Aurdey Palmieri; brother Antonio Palmieri Jr.; and sisters Antonette Uhl, Clelia Litchfield and Doreen Palmieri. Private services. (Star Bulletin, 1 Oct 2005)Abiva Sr., Robert 61, of Honolulu, died May 23, 2005. Born in Lahaina, Maui. Survived by wife, Marilyn; sons, Robert Jr., Michael and Brian; four grandchildren. Private service held. Arrangements by Moanalua Mortuary. [Adv, June 7, 2005]
Abrams, Emmanuel Aaron Nov. 29, 2005 Emmanuel Aaron Abrams, also known as Emery Claud A. Brewer Jr., 79, of Waipahu, a state social worker, died in Honolulu. He was born in St. Louis. He is survived by wife Ma P. "Auntie Antiporda," sons Louie and Joshua Brewer, daughters Beth Bryson and Ruth Brewer, brothers Allen and Bobby Brewer, and 50 grandchildren. Visitation: 4-10 p.m. Thursday at 94-365 Peke Lane. Inurnment to be held at a later date in the Philippines. For more information, call 676-2397. Donations suggested to Temple Emanu-El. Additional information for an obituary printed Saturday. (Honolulu Star Bulletin, Dec 3, 2005)
Abreu, James C. A memorial service will be held for James C. Abreu, who died Sept. 30, 2004 at the age of 75. Born on Kaua‘i on June 21, 1929, he is survived by his wife, Audrey, daughter Lori Abreu-Bennett, son Robbie Abreu, and daughter Tammy Abreu-Butron and 12 grandchildren. He is also survived by his brothers, Henry Abreu of Kalaheo, John (Nelson) Abreu of Lawa‘i, Ed Abreu of California and sister Beatrice Capocci of Kalaheo and many other family members. [KGIN, Mar 27, 2005]
Abreu, Abel 80, of Makawao, Maui, died April 1, 2005. Born in Hawai'i. Retired machinist at Hawaiian Commercial & Sugar Co. Survived by wife, Esther; four stepchildren; 10 stepgrandchildren; eight stepgreat-grandchildren. Visitation 6 to 9 p.m. tomorrow at St. Joseph Church; rosary 7:30 p.m. Visitation also 8:30 to 10 a.m. Friday at the church; Mass 10 a.m.; burial to follow at the church cemetery. Casual attire. Arrangements by Borthwick Norman's Mortuary. [Adv, Apr 6, 2005]
Abreu, Francis Alvin 76, of Kahului, Maui, died March 18, 2005. Born in Hali'imaile, Maui. Retired from Hawaii National Guard. Survived by wife, Irene; sons, Michael and Mark; sisters, Theresa Jacintho, Agnes Torres and Julia Riley; four grandchildren; a great-grandchild. Visitation 9 to 11 a.m. Wednesday at Christ the King Church; Mass 11 a.m.; burial 12:30 p.m. at Maui Veterans Cemetery. Casual attire. Arrangements by Ballard Family Mortuary. [Adv, Mar 27, 2005]
Abreu, Helen A. 77, of Makawao, died July 15, 2005, at Hale Makua, Kahului. Visitation will begin at 9 a.m. Wednesday at Holy Rosary Church, with a Mass at 10 a.m. Burial will follow at 11 a.m. at Maui Veterans Cemetery. The family requests casual attire. Borthwick Norman’s Mortuary is assisting with the arrangements. Mrs. Abreu was born Dec. 7, 1927, in Paia. She was a homemaker. She is survived by her husband, Henry J. Abreu; a son, Michael (Patsy) Abreu; a daughter, Charlotte Boteilho; a brother, Clarence Fernandez; and two grandchildren. [MN, July 17, 2005]
Abreu, Marylee Ann 45, of Makawao, Maui, died Jan. 6, 2005. Survived by husband, Michael; mother, Juliana "Judy" Perreira; sons, Jeremiah and Levi; daughters, Danielle Macanas and Melanie; brothers, Rick, Clayton and Derrick Alexander; one grandson. Visitation 1:30 to 5 p.m. Sunday at Ballard Family Mortuary, Maui; service 3 p.m. Lei only requested. Casual attire. [Adv, Jan 12, 2005]
Abrew, Joseph Freitas 89, of Kahului, died March 12, 2005, at Hale Makua, Kahului. Private services were held. Borthwick Norman’s Mortuary assisted with the arrangements. Mr. Abrew was born March 9, 1916, in Hawaii. He was a warehouse manager with more than 40 years of service at Hawaiian Commercial & Sugar Co. He is survived by his wife, Ludvina R. Abrew; a son, Edward F. (Georgiana) Abrew; a daughter, Carol Mae (Richard) Graetz; a sister, Julia; and three grandchildren. [MN Mar. 22, 2005]
Abril, Bernabela Daguro "Mama Abril" 94, of Middle Keei died March 6 at the Life Care Center of Kona. Born in Laoag, Ilocos Norte, the Philippines, she was a homemaker, retired coffee farmer, member of St. Benedict's Catholic Church, St. Benedict's Kumiai, the South Kona Ilocano Filipino Club and the South Kona Senior Citizen Group. Friends may call 8-10 a.m. Saturday at the St. Benedict's Catholic Church Hall; funeral Mass at 10 a.m. Burial to follow at the church cemetery. Casual attire, flowers welcome. Survived by sons, George Abril of Ewa Beach, Oahu, Joseph Abril of Wailuku, Maui, Alfonso Abril of Honolulu, John (Judy) Abril of Middle Keei; daughters, Marcy Akao of Kailua-Kona, Marie Abril of Kealakekua, Vicky (Tom) Yanagawa of Keauhou, Dora (Alex) Scarr and Mary (Ken) Bentley of Las Vegas, Monica (Richard) Layman of Hawaii Kai, Oahu, Candida (Rodney) Felts of Hookena, Oahu, Pauline (Steve) Butters of Middle Keei; hanai daughter, Joanie (Brian) Dalton of San Diego; brother, Manuel (Vicenta) Delosantos of Captain Cook; sisters, Marta Guillermo of Honaunau, Mary (Vincent) Belanio of Captain Cook, Duciang Sahagon of Honolulu; sister-in-law, Frances Delosantos of Honaunau; 45 grandchidren, 54 great-grandchildren, seven great-great-grandchildren, numerous nieces, nephews, cousins, aunts and uncles. Arrangements by Dodo Mortuary, Kona. [HTH, Mar 15, 2005]
Abts, John Kennedy Born January 18, 1964, in Hillsboro, Oregon, John graduated from St. Louis High School in Honolulu and California State University, Long Beach. He lived most of his life in Virginia and California and was long-employed as an area management specialist by a national retail firm in Los Angeles. More recently, he returned to Hawaii where he devoted his final years to teaching and slipped quietly away, February 10, 2005. A loving son, brother, uncle and friend, John is sorely missed by his parents, James D. and Patricia Hurd Abts; sisters, Karen Ketterman, Susan and Theresa Abts; brothers, Matthew and Martin Abts; nieces, Alexa and Colleen Brooks; nephews, Luke and Gabriel Brooks, and Jake Henry Abts; as well as the many relatives and friends whose lives were touched by his warmth and wit. John's ashes will be scattered in private remembrance on the early tide of his favorite windward bay. I have heard the mermaids singing, each to each. I do not think that they will sing to me. T.S. Eliot [Adv, Feb 25, 2005]
Abucay, Magdalena Lucas 73, of Waipahu, died July 13, 2005. Born in Banna, Ilocos Norte, Philippines. Formerly a packer with Hawaiian Tuna Packers. Survived by brothers, Gerardo and Ernesto Lucas; sisters, Romana Lucas and Consolacion Manuel. Visitation 6 to 9 p.m. Thursday at Hawaiian Memorial Park Mortuary; service 7 p.m. Visitation also 9:15 to 10:15 a.m. Friday at St. Joseph's Church; Mass 10:15 a.m.; burial 11:30 a.m. at Valley of the Temples Memorial Park. [Adv, July 24, 2005]
Abuluyan, Francisco Ulep 80, of Waialua, died April 7, 2005. Born in San Nicolas, Ilocos Norte, Philippines. A retired maintenance man and security guard who served in the Philippine Army during World War II. Survived by wife, Victorina; daughters, Enriqueta Pumaras, Perlita Abuluyan, Evelyn Layugan, Lorenza Zambrano, Corazon Ramos, Catherine and Maria Abuluyan; sons, Rodolfo, Benny and Arnel; 29 grandchildren; seven great-grandchildren; sisters, Generosa Basilio and Maria Abuluyan. Visitation 6 to 9 p.m. Sunday at Mililani Mortuary Mauka Chapel; service 7 p.m. Visitation also 9:30 a.m. Monday at St. Michael Church; Mass 11 a.m.; burial 12:30 p.m. at Mililani Memorial Park. Casual attire. [Adv, Apr 22, 2005]
Acebo, Ross Pedro 58, of Mililani, died Feb. 14, 2005. Born in Ilocos Norte, Philippines. Employed by the Sheraton Waikiki Hotel. Survived by wife, Corazon "Cora"; sons, Brian and Russell; mother, Agreda "Belen"; sisters, Estrella Mariano and Lydia Pascua; three grandchildren. Visitation 6 to 9 p.m. Monday at Mililani Mortuary Mauka Chapel; service 7 p.m. Visitation also 9:30 a.m. Tuesday at St. John's Apostle & Evangelist Church; Mass 11 a.m.; burial 12:30 p.m. at Mililani Memorial Park. Casual attire. Arrangements by Mililani Mortuary. [Adv, Feb 25, 2005]
Acedo, Eugenino Riotita Sept. 9, 2005 Eugenino Riotita Acedo, 100, of Hilo, a retired mill worker for the former Laupahoehoe Sugar Co., died at home. He was born in the Philippines. He is survived by wife Melba and son Eugene M. Services: 7 p.m. Friday at Hospice of Hilo Chapel, 1011 Waianuenue Ave. Call after 6 p.m. Graveside services: noon Saturday at Homelani Memorial Park in Hilo. Casual attire. (Star Bulletin, 20 Sep05)
Acena, Pedro Pajo 90, of Honolulu, died May 22, 2005. Born in the Philippines. Survived by wife, Josefina; daughter, Catherine; a granddaughter; a great-granddaughter; brother, Alejandro; sisters, Pacencia Benedito, Christina Bobila. Visitation 6 to 9 p.m. Friday at Borthwick Mortuary; service 7 p.m. Visitation also 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Saturday at St. Pius X Catholic Church; Mass 12:30 p.m. [Adv, May 29, 2005]
Acevedo, Regina Eve 38, of La'ie, died May 26, 2005. Born in Carson, Calif. Former owner of a leather goods manufacturing business. Survived by sons, Victor Jr., Bryson and Nicolas; hanai son, Edward Lopes; daughters, Christina and Brittany; mother, Yolanda Mua'e; hanai parents, Henry and Kathleen Duarte; brother, Lamana Mua'e; sister, Angelina Mua'e. Visitation 9 a.m. Saturday at the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, La'ie North Stake Center; service 10:30 a.m.; burial noon at La'ie Cemetery. Arrangements by Woolsey-Hosoi Mortuary Services. [Adv, June 3, 2005]
Acevedo, Reynaldo 46, of Wahiawa, died May 20, 2005. Born in Rio Piedras, Puerto Rico. Employed at ABM Janitorial Services. Survived by wife, Rose; parents, Gregorio and Margarita; brothers, Hector and Gerardo; sisters, Elsa, Myriam, Nereida and Margarita. Visitation 9 a.m. tomorrow at Jehovah's Witnesses Hawaii Mililani Congregational Kingdom Hall No. 4; service 10 a.m. Arrangements by Mililani Mortuary. [Adv, May 26, 2005]
Achiu, Evelyn Pang, 86, of Honolulu, died Oct. 22, 2005. Born in Honolulu. Retired waitress at The Pacific Club. Survived by sons, Brunson and Jason; four grandchildren; four great-grandchildren; sister, Grace Guerrero. Visitation 10:30 a.m. Monday at United Gospel Fellowship; service 11:30 a.m. Private burial. Aloha attire. Arrangements by Hawaiian Memorial Park Mortuary. (The Honolulu Advertiser, October 27, 2005)
Acia, Hannah Grace Kawaauhau 87, of Olelomoana, South Kona, died March 11 at Hilo Medical Center. Born in Kaohe, South Kona, she was a retired presser for Hilo Quality Cleaners, and member of the Hawaiian Civic Club of Laupahoehoe, Ka Ulu Lauhala O Kona, and St. Joseph Catholic Church in Hilo. Friends may call 5-9 p.m. Wednesday at Dodo Mortuary's chapel. Wake service at 7 p.m. Friends may call again from 9 a.m. to noon Thursday at Kahikolu Congregational Church in Napoopoo. Prayer service at 10 a.m., with burial to follow at Kona Memorial Park in Holualoa. Aloha attire. Survived by her daughters, Hannah (Toshiharu Bozo) Shimasaki and Victoria (Barnard) Whitworth, both of Hilo, Jane (Les) Staadt Sr. and Ellen (Bill) Cullen, both of Volcano, Donna (Clay) Sanders of Honolulu, and Debra (Francisco) Javar Jr. of Naalehu; sons, Lot (Alice) Kawaauhau Sr. of Naalehu, Donald (Stella) Kawaauhau Sr. of Keaau, Leroy Acia of Olelomoana, and Lester (Leilani) Acia of Hookena; sister, Lillian Nelsen of Napoopoo; brother-in-law, Lionel Gaspar of Napoopoo; 37 grandchildren, 59 great-grandchildren, 15 great-great-grandchildren, numerous, cousins, nieces and nephews. [HTH, Mar 20, 2005]
Ackerman, Nathan Michael (Curry) 15, of Makakilo, died April 4, 2005. Born in Glendale, Ariz. A Kapolei Middle School student. Survived by parents, Dena and Christopher; brother, Casey; sister, Kathrin; grandparents, William and Shari Magnin, and Donald and Karin. Service 3 p.m. tomorrow at O'ahu Cemetery chapel. Casual attire. Arrangements by Ultimate Cremation Services of Hawai'i. [Adv, Apr 7, 2005]
Acoba, Maria 82, of Papaikou, died Feb. 25 at Hilo Medical Center. Born in Honohina, she was a retired laundry worker for the former Hilo Quality Cleaners and a member of the Immaculate Heart of Mary Catholic Church in Papaikou. Friends may call 6-9 p.m. Thursday at Dodo Mortuary chapel; service 7 p.m. Friends may call 8-10 a.m. Friday at the Immaculate Heart of Mary Catholic Church, Mass 10 a.m., burial to follow at Alae Cemetery. Casual attire. Survived by sons, George (Esther) Acoba of Gardena, Calif., Dennis (Lily) Acoba of Kailua-Kona, Alan (Susan) Acoba of Los Angeles, David Acoba of Honolulu; daughters, Rachael Garcia and Linda Cook, both of Carlsbad, Calif., Patricia (John) Arrojo of Papaaloa; brothers, Gerardo Cadabona of Papaaloa, Maximo Cadabona of Orange County, Calif., Nazario (Virginia) Cadabona of Los Angeles, Marciano (Caroline) Cadabona of Ninole, Gabriel (Terry) Pajimola of Kailua-Kona, Rufo (Grace) Pajimola of Pepeekeo; sister, Louisa Cadabona of Papaikou; 13 grandchildren, 14 great-grandchildren, numerous nieces and nephews. Arrangements by Dodo Mortuary. [HTH, Mar 13, 2005]
Acoba, Nicasio Rivera Sept. 8, 2005 Nicasio Rivera Acoba, 79, of Honolulu, died in St. Francis-West Medical Center. He was born in Barrio No. 6 Barrot, Vintar, Ilocos Norte, the Philippines. He is survived by sons Edwin, Angelino and Nestor; daughters Enriqueta Corotan and Preslita Dumbrigue; brothers Carmilo and Lauriano; sisters Esmenia Ranada and Clarita Saguisi; 16 grandchildren; and 16 great-grandchildren. Mass: 7 p.m. Monday at St. John the Baptist Church, 2324 Omilo Lane, Honolulu. Call after 6 p.m. Services: 10:30 a.m. Tuesday at Mililani Mortuary-Waipio, mauka chapel. Call after 8:30 a.m. Burial: 11 a.m. at Mililani Memorial Park. Casual attire. (Star Bulletin, 23 Sep 05)
Acoba, Quentin 89, of Hilo, formerly of Pepeekeo, died Jan. 20, 2005 at Hilo Medical Center. Born in Bacarra, Ilocos Norte, the Philippines, he was a retired electrician for the Hilo Coast Processing Co., a member of the International Longshore and Warehouse Union Pensioner's Club and Immaculate Heart of Mary Catholic Church in Papaikou. Friends may call 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. Wednesday at the Immaculate Heart of Mary Catholic Church in Papaikou; funeral Mass at 11 a.m. Casual attire. Burial at Homelani Memorial Park (Ilima section). Survived by wife, Angelina Acoba of Hilo; sons, Leonard (Thelma) Acoba and Patrick (Estrella) Acoba of Honolulu; daughters, Paula (David) Chuck of Honolulu and Claudia (Wayne) Palea of Kent, Wash.; brothers, Nicanor Candolizas of Oahu and Adriano Acoba of Waikele, Oahu; sisters, Felicidad (Alfred) Alatan, Caridad Leyson, Flora Reyes of Pepeekeo, Leonora (John) Ilac, Feliza Jean (Simproso) Comilang, Manuela Acoba of Honolulu and Asuncion (Acoba) Quibuyan of Torrance, Calif.; nine grandchildren, seven great-grandchildren, numerous nieces and nephews. [Hawaii Tribune-Herald, Jan 23, 2005]
Acorda, Juan "Sayong" Sagayaga 75, of Honolulu, died June 3, 2005. Born in Bacarra, Ilocos Norte, Philippines. Survived by wife, Encarnacion; sons, Vicente, Arnulfo and Severino; daughters, Tessie Gonzales, Filomena Calaramo, Candy Ligsay and Veronica Simeon; daughters, Tessie Gonzales, Filomena Calaramo, Candy Ligsay and Veronica Simeon; brothers, Jose, Alfredo, Faustino and Rufino; 23grandchildren; three great-grandchildren. Visitation 6 to 9 p.m. Thursday at Mililani Downtown Mortuary; service 6:30 p.m. Final service and burial in the Philippines. [Adv, June 12, 2005]
Acorda, Sharon May Sept. 11, 2005 Sharon May Acorda, 31, of Honolulu, a St. Francis Medical Center Dialysis Department licensed practical nurse, died in Honolulu. She was born in Honolulu. She is survived by father Sinfronio, mother Cecilia, sister Cheryl and grandparents Benigno Arucan and Faustino Acorda. Services: 7 p.m. Friday at St. John the Baptist Catholic Church. Call after 6 p.m. Mass: 12:30 p.m. Saturday at the church. Call after 10 a.m. Burial: 2 p.m. at Valley of the Temples. (Star Bulletin, 25 Sep 05)
Acosta, Lolita Dacquel 52, of 'Ewa Beach, died March 9, 2005. Born in Santa Maria, Ilocos Sur, Philippines. A former employee of Iolani Sportswear. Survived by brothers, Carlito and Ernesto Acosta; sister, Lourdes Ke-a. Visitation 9:30 to 11:30 a.m. Monday at Mililani Downtown Mortuary; Mass noon at Our Lady of Peace Cathedral; burial 1:30 p.m. at Sunset Memorial Park. [Adv, Mar 24, 2005]
Aczon, Bonifacia "Bonnie" Celebre 81, of Honolulu, died Jan. 9, 2005. Born in Pipindan, Binangonan, Rizal, Philippines. Survived by sons, Carlos, Rufino "Boy," Eddie, Edmund, Jojo and Joey; daughters, Lolita Antolin, Gloria Rudow, Susan Dunson, Marife Armstrong and Maribel Knopf; sisters, Joaquina Baranda; 28 grandchildren; 22 great-grandchildren. Visitation 10:30 a.m. Monday at Mililani Mortuary Makai Chapel; service noon; burial 12:30 p.m. at Mililani Memorial Park. [Adv, Jan 16, 2005]
Adams Jr., Harvey John 78, of Wai'anae, died May 7, 2005. Born in Yakima, Wash. Retired from federal civil service; member of the International Hawaiian Steel Guitar Association. Survived by wife, Christine; daughter, Marlene Adams-Chaves; sons, Harvey Jr., Clarence and Owen; brothers, Eugene, Daniel, David and Joseph; sisters, Mettie Wood and Alice Cloud; nine grandchildren; 11 great-grandchildren. Visitation 9:30 a.m. Monday at Mililani Mortuary Makai Chapel; service 11 a.m.; committal service 1 p.m. at Hawai'i State Veterans Cemetery. Casual attire. [Adv, May 20, 2005]
Adams, Carl Warren 87, of Honolulu, died April 21, 2005. Born in Chrisney, Ind. A retired University of Hawai'i meteorology professor; also a retired U.S. Navy lieutenant commander. Survived by wife, Hitoye; son, Derwin Kakugawa; daughters, Iris Alley and Lori Kakugawa; brother, Robert; four grandchildren. Private service held. Arrangements by Borthwick Mortuary. [Adv, Apr 27, 2005]
Adams, Edwin Wayne 67, of Wai'anae, died Feb. 2, 2005. Born in Wink, Texas. Retired from the U.S. Army. Survived by wife, Marvalene; sons, William, Gerald and Ricky; daughter, Jeanine Acopan; nine grandchildren; a great-grandchild. Graveside service 11:30 a.m. Friday at National Cemetery of the Pacific. Arrangements by Moanalua Mortuary. [Adv, Feb 6, 2005]
Adams, Ellis Larue 52, of Honolulu, died April 13, 2005. Born in Benton, Pa. An automobile mechanic. Survived by wife, Carmen; daughters, Denise Worcester, Laraine Adams and Tara Ci Adams; mother, Sarah Ford; sisters, Ann, Martha, Donna and Bonnie. Service 2 p.m. tomorrow at National Memorial Cemetery of the Pacific. Casual attire. Arrangements by Ultimate Cremation Services of Hawai'i. [Adv, Apr 20, 2005]
Adams, Glen Glen J. Adams, 91, of Roseville, Calif., and formerly of Maui, died Sept. 1, 2005, at Foothill Oaks Care Center in Auburn, Calif. The family suggests donations in his name to Hospice Maui at 400 Mahalani St., Wailuku 96793. Chapel of the Valley funeral home in Auburn assisted with arrangements. Mr. Adams was born Nov. 9, 1913, in Colorado. He was an equipment operator for Maui sugar plantations and was owner of Adams Truck Rentals and Kokua Equipment. He is survived by two daughters, Pat (David) Okasaki and Sandi (George) Patterson, a sister, Lavilla Unti; and eight grandchildren and six great-grandchildren. (Maui News, 22 October 2005)
Adams, Kenneth Merton Nov. 9, 2005 Kenneth Merton Adams, 86, of Kailua, a mechanical engineer, died in Kailua. He was born in Maine. He is survived by sons Dale and Kenneth S., daughter Connie Horton, sister Priscilla Ricker, five grandchildren and a great-grandchild. Services to be held at a later date in Maryland. No flowers. [Honolulu Star Bulletin, 24 Nov 2005]
Adams, Laura Esguerra Sept. 3, 2005 Laura Esguerra Adams, 36, of Los Angeles, an employee for California Sen. Barbara Boxer, died at home. She was born in Manila. She is survived by husband James, father Del, mother Angie, brother Angel and sister Cecelia. Services: 10:15 a.m. Wednesday at Hawaiian Memorial Park Mortuary. Call after 9 a.m. Graveside services to follow at the cemetery. (Star Bulletin, 16 Sep 05)
Adams, Mabel Kieko 66, of Kahului, died June 8, 2005, at Maui Memorial Medical Center. A wake will begin at 9 a.m. Saturday at Ballard Family Mortuary, with a service at 11 a.m. Cremation will follow. Private family burial will be held at a later date. The family requests aloha attire and lei only. Mrs. Adams was born Sept. 18, 1938, in Honolulu. She retired as a business office clerk for Hawaiian Telephone. She is survived by a son, Lloyd (Amanda) Adams; four daughters, Jaye (Brian) Arakaki, Donna (Gregg) Tanaka, Gene Adams-Nakamura and Rachel (Alvin) Caliva; two brothers, Conrad Oda and George Oda; two sisters, Nancy Cowser and Marjorie Ha’ae; and 13 grandchildren. [MN, July 6, 2005]
Adams, Mary Naone Aug. 10, 2005 Mary Naone Adams, 75, of Kaneohe died at home. She was born in Honolulu. She is survived by children Priscilla "Puanani" Dumlao, Colleen "Ipo" Tilton, and Joseph K. Jr., Isaac E.K., Kimo and Ihi Adams; sisters Julia Laganero and Violet "Nani" Souza; 20 grandchildren; and 17 great-grandchildren. Services: 1 p.m. tomorrow at Borthwick Mortuary. Call after 10 a.m. Burial: 10 a.m. Monday at Greenhaven Memorial Park. Aloha attire. (Honolulu Star Bulletin, August 13, 2005)
Adams, Patricia Oct. 29, 2005 Patricia "Patty" Adams, 51, of Kailua, a housekeeper at Marine Corps Base Hawaii in Kaneohe, died in Honolulu. She was born in Grand Rapids, Mich. She is survived by husband Steve, son Keoni Bush, daughter Leilani Bush, stepdaughter Kayla, brother Mike Barker, sisters Linda Romanowski and Molly Lucero, and father Wallace Barker. Mass: 9 a.m. Saturday at St. Anthony's Catholic Church in Kailua. Scattering of ashes: 11 a.m. at Baby Makapuu Beach. Loose flowers welcome. [Honolulu Star Bulletin, 6 Nov 2005]
Adams, Richard A. 75, of Kahului, died April 3, 2005, at Maui Memorial Medical Center. A wake will begin at 8:30 a.m. Saturday at St. Ann Church, with a Mass at 11 a.m. Cremation will follow. Burial will be private at a later date. Ballard Family Mortuary is assisting with the arrangements. Mr. Adams was born July 29, 1929, on Oahu. He was a retired construction supervisor with Hawaiian Telephone Co. He is survived by his wife, Mabel Adams; a son, Lloyd (Amanda) Adams; four daughters, Jaye (Brian) Arakaki, Donna (Gregg) Tanaka, Gene Adams-Nakamura and Rachel (Alvin) Caliva; four brothers, John Adams, James Adams, Walter “Scott” Adams and Michael Adams; four sisters, Hester Rego, Josephine Crawford, Marie MacDonald and Ima Lee Pomroy; and 13 grandchildren. [MN, Apr 13, 2005]
Adams, Sherri 44, of Wailuku, died March 13, 2005, in Wailuku. Private family services will be held. Ballard Family Mortuary is assisting with the arrangements. Mrs. Adams was born Sept. 9, 1960, in Chicago. She was the manager of the Maui Bulletin. She is survived by her husband, Mark Adams; a son, Travis Adams; two daughters, Robin Ferguson and Christina Adams; her father, Thomas Lawrence; and a sister, Linda Seddon. [MN Mar 25, 2005]
Adams, Valerie Dolorine 41, of Kula, died May 20, 2005, at Maui Memorial Medical Center. Visitation will begin at 9:30 a.m. Monday at Holy Ghost Church, with a Mass over urn at 10:30 a.m. The family requests lei or potted arrangements only. A reception will follow in the church hall. Ballard Family Mortuary is assisting with the arrangements. Mrs. Adams was born Aug. 29, 1963, in Wailuku. She was a self-employed therapeutic masseuse at the Maui Marriott Resort & Ocean Club. She is survived by her husband, Terry Adams; a daughter, Kanoelani Cheeley; her parents, Lorraine and Damien Pires Sr.; a brother, Damien Pires Jr.; a sister, Laurie Kealiinohomoku; and her grandmothers, Emma L. Pires and Beatrice Chang Abilay. [MN, May 26, 2005]
Adaniya, Mariko 49, of Honolulu, died March 29, 2005. Born in Naha City, Okinawa, Japan. Employed at Le Sportsac in Ala Moana Center. Survived by husband, Roy; parents, Shigeo and Shizuko Yogi; sisters, Miwako Imamura, Keiko Yogi and Yoko Teruya. Visitation 5:30 p.m. Tuesday at Mililani Mortuary Mauka Chapel; service 6:30 p.m. Casual attire. [Adv Apr. 1, 2005]
Adarna, Guadalupe Marie Jan. 14, 2005. Guadalupe Marie Adarna, 88, of Honolulu, a homemaker, died in Hale Malamalama. She was born in Kohala, Hawaii. She is survived by sons Gerald C., Elwin L., Wallace I. and Wallace I. Jr.; daughters Geri A. Maggay and Carol M. Anzai; brother Peter Torres; sisters Margaret Lovell and Rose Rosario; seven grandchildren; 11 great-grandchildren; and three great-great-grandchildren. Services: 10 a.m. Thursday at Hosoi Garden Mortuary. Call after 9 a.m. Burial: 2 p.m. at Hawaiian Memorial Park. Casual attire. No flowers. [SB, Jan 16, 2005]
Adriatico, Timoteo Adriatico 79, of Waipahu, died Feb. 17, 2005. Born in Canan, Lapaz, Abra, Philippines. Retired from Kabuki Restaurant in Pearl City. Survived by wife, Elena; sons, Roberto, Eusebio and Emilio; daughters, Corazon Co, Acela Tagaca and Andrea Bayudan; 17 grandchildren; five great-grandchildren; sisters, Irene Borja and Elena Adriatico. Visitation 6 to 9 p.m. Monday at Mililani Mortuary Mauka Chapel; service 6:30 p.m. Visitation also 8:30 a.m. Tuesday at St. Joseph Church; Mass 9:30 a.m.; burial 11 a.m. at Mililani Memorial Park. Casual attire. [Adv Mar. 10, 2005]
Adric, Franchonette Debra Jan. 17, 2005 Franchonette Debra Adric, 52, of Haleiwa died at home. She was born in Honolulu. She is survived by children Lokene and Tanya Fao, Kanani Ryman, Merci Warner, and Waylon and Cody Bilderbach; mother Norah; brothers Alexander Jr., Alvin, Randall, Reginald, John and Hanalei Adric, and Shannon Preece; sisters Alexandria Adric, Eva Robello, Pamela Garza and Brenda Miyamasu; and a grandchild. Private services. [SB, Jan 22, 2005]
Aea, Albert Kamaukoli Jr. Aug. 8, 2005 Albert Kamaukoli "Red" Aea Jr., 74, of Mililani, died in St. Francis-West Hospice. He was born in Kaluaaha, Molokai. He is survived by son Albert K. III; brothers Sampson, Charles Morton, and Edward and David Kalima; sisters Annie Solomon, Eliza Simeona, Pearl Kalilikane and Lorraine Luuloa; one grandson; and two great-grandchildren. Services: 11:30 a.m. Tuesday at Mililani Mortuary mauka chapel. Call after 9:30 a.m. Burial: 12:30 p.m. at Mililani Memorial Park. Aloha attire. (Honolulu Star Bulletin, August 21, 2005)
Afaga, Eusebio V. of Kapa'a, died at Wilcox Memorial Hospital on June 7, 2005, at the age of 97. Born in Isabela Philippines on Jan. 29, 1908, he was an Irrigator/Carpenter with Lihue Plantation Co., Ltd. He is survived by four daughters, Jacinta A. Ubay of Hanama'ulu, Benjamina (Arsenio) Yanuaria of Honolulu, Goni F. (Gregorio) Sadora of Wailua Homesteads and Andrea A. (Joe) Ramelb of Honolulu; 11 grandchildren; eightgrandchildren; numerous nieces, nephews and cousins. Friends may visit with the family at 8:30 a.m. at the Immaculate Conception Catholic Church on Saturday, June 18, Mass officiated by Father John Bitterman will begin at 11 a.m. followed by burial at the Kauai Memorial Gardens. Casual attire is suggested. [KGIN, June 17, 2005]
Afalava, Nina Marie July 30, 2005 Nina Marie Afalava, 67, of Mililani, a retired Harris United Methodist Church secretary in Honolulu, died in St. Francis-West Hospice. She was born in Calgary, Alberta, Canada. She is survived by husband Foster E., son Foster C. "Mike," daughters Natalie M. and Nyna M., and four grandchildren. Services: 6:30 p.m. Friday at Mililani Mortuary-Waipio, mauka chapel. Call after 5 p.m. Casual attire. (Honolulu Star Bulletin, August 16, 2005)
Afemui, Matelita Laumanu 67, of Lahaina, died April 11, 2005, at Maui Memorial Medical Center. Visitation will be held from 6 to 11 p.m. Friday at the Life Center on Kane Street in Kahului. Visitation will continue from 6 to 10 a.m. Saturday at the Life Center. Burial will follow at 10:30 a.m. at Maui Memorial Park. The family requests Tongan attire. Borthwick Norman’s Mortuary is assisting with the arrangements. Mrs. Afemui was born Jan. 18, 1938, in Tonga. She is survived by her husband, Pousima Afemui; three children, Kusitafu (Lavili) Sulunga, Leslie (Tevita) Sitake and Killsitina Vaea; 13 brothers, Sione Sulunga, Finau Sulunga, Tevita Sulunga, Amusia Sulunga, Taniela Malolo, Ahokava Sulunga, Kautai Sulunga, Sitiveni Sulunga, Isilei Sulunga, Minioneti Sulunga, Amalani Sulunga, Finaulahi Sulunga and Taniela Sulunga; seven sisters, Siale Vaea, Talita Moniati, Senitila Barnabi, Apesiu Schooler, Taufa Koloi, Etalua Uhlla and Ilisa Sulunga; and five grandchildren and two great-grandchildren. [MN, Apr 17, 2005]
Afook, Dorothy Alice Oct. 29, 2005 Dorothy Alice Afook, 92, Honolulu, died. Born in St Louis. Survived by daughter, Toni. Private service. Arrangements by Diamond Head Mortuary. (Honolulu Advertiser, November 1, 2005)
Afook, Dorothy Alice Oct. 29, 2005 Dorothy Alice Afook, 92, of Honolulu, died in the Queen's Medical Center. She was born in St. Louis. She is survived by daughter Toni. Private services. [Honolulu Star Bulletin, 2 Nov 2005]
Afuso, Kiyoshi Clifford 80, of Wai'anae, died Feb. 6, 2005. Born in Ka'a'awa. Retired U.S. Army sergeant first class and Navy Public Works Center employee. Survived by wife, Margot; brothers, Johnny and Jack; sisters, Jean Higa and Lillian Ikeda. Scattering of ashes 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Tuesday at Wai'anae Boat Harbor; luncheon to follow. Casual attire. Arrangements by Ultimate Cremation Services of Hawai'i. [Adv, Feb 16, 2005]
Afuvai-Danielson, Matauaina Dec. 18, 2005 Matauaina Afuvai-Danielson, 62, of Waipahu, co-owner of Danielson Watchman Security, died. She was born in Aua, American Samoa. She is survived by husband Henry Roy; sons Henry Jr., McQueen, Bryan and Jacob; daughters Patricia and Masina; brothers Li'a and Ma'i; sisters Falea'i Afuva'i and Ulopa Saifolau-Le'iato; and nine grandchildren. Services: 11 a.m. Friday at the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, Waipahu Stake Center. Call after 9:30 a.m. Burial: 1 p.m. at Hawaiian Memorial Park. (Honolulu Star Bulletin, Dec 27, 2005)
Agamao, Tante Gamatero Sept. 2, 2005 Tante Gamatero Agamao, 53, of Ewa Beach, died at home. He was born in Pasuc, Badoc, Ilocos Norte, the Philippines. He is survived by wife Estenelie B.; daughters Tannelle and Sharon Agamao and Sherry L. Agamao-Duque; mother Vicenta; brother William; sisters Juditha Barroga and Maria G. Agamao; and a grandchild. Services: 7 p.m. Friday at Mililani Mortuary- Waipio, mauka chapel. Call after 6 p.m. Mass: 10 a.m. Saturday at the mortuary. Call after 8:30 a.m. Burial: 11 a.m. at Mililani Memorial Park. Casual attire. (Star Bulletin, 5 Oct 2005)
Agamata, Vicenta Blas 81, of Pepeekeo died Feb. 2 at Hale Anuenue Restorative Care Center in Hilo. Born in Laoag, Ilocos Norte, Philippines, she was a homemaker and member of Immaculate Heart of Mary Catholic Church in Papaikou and Pepeekeo Filipino Community Association. Friends may call from 8-10 a.m. Thursday at Immaculate Heart of Mary Catholic Church in Papaikou; funeral Mass at 10 a.m. Burial to follow at Alae Cemetery in Hilo. Casual attire. Survived by husband, Felix Agamata of Pepeekeo; son, Paul (Christine Matsuno) Agamata of Thousand Oaks, Calif.; brother, Felix (Agustina) Blas of the Philippines; numerous nieces and nephews. Arrangements by Dodo Mortuary. [HTH, Feb 6, 2005]
Agapay, Victor Gamatero 97, of Honolulu, died March 22, 2005. Born in Badoc, Ilocos Norte, Philippines. Retired from Leahi Hospital. Survived by wife, Clarita; sons, Jefferson, John and Jason; daughter, Julie; two grandchildren. Visitation 6 to 9 p.m. Friday at Diamond Head Mortuary; service 7 p.m. Visitation also 8:30 to 9:30 a.m. Saturday at the mortuary; service 9:30 a.m. Burial 11 a.m. at Valley of the temples Memorial Park. Casual attire. [Adv, Apr 18, 2005]
Agas, Oliver Ozmyn Maddox Barut Jr. Nov. 11, 2005 Oliver Ozmyn Maddox Barut Agas Jr., infant son of Oliver Agas and Marilyn Barut, of Honolulu, died. He was born in Honolulu. He is also survived by sisters Dystyny, Marichelle, Moliyah and Myrakyl; grandparents Epifanio and Zenaida Agas, Edwin Barut and Mena Bungcayao; and great-grandparents Santos and Andrea Agas, Eusebio and Amalia Gabay, Roman and Esmeralda Barut and Flor and Caring Dugay. Services: 9:30 a.m. Saturday at Borthwick Mortuary. Call after 8 a.m. Burial: 11 a.m. at Hawaiian Memorial Park. Casual attire.
Agbayani, Felino G. 61, of Honolulu, died July 14, 2005. Born in Sinait, Ilocos Sur, Philippines. Former Foodland employee and SIDA and TheCab driver. Survived by wife, Estrella; daughter, Arlina; sons, Bernardo and Julius; four grandchildren; brothers, Johnny and Melencio; sisters, Magdalena and Violeta. Visitation 6 p.m. Friday at Borthwick Mortuary; service 7 p.m. Cremation to follow. [Adv, July 19, 2005]
Agbayani, Severo 67, of Lahaina, died May 22, 2005, at Maui Memorial Medical Center. Services will begin at 5 p.m. Wednesday at Maria Lanakila Church, with a Mass at 7 p.m. Burial will follow at a later date in the Philippines. Borthwick Norman’s Mortuary is assisting with the arrangements. Mr. Agbayani was born Dec. 21, 1937, in the Philippines. He was a field worker. He is survived by his wife, Margarita Agbayani; seven children, Lilia (Bonifacio Salas) Agbayani, Romel (Romela) Agbayani, Nora (Temy Quelnat) Agbayani, Rodel Agbayani, Irma Agbayani, Jief Agbayani and Silver Agbayani; two sisters, Rosalina Enrique and Florespina Enrade; four brothers, Mariano Agbayani, Jose Agbayani, Aurelio Agbayani and Victor Agbayani; and eight grandchildren. [MN, May 26, 2005]
Agbunag, Peregrino Gapuzan Dec. 6, 2005 Peregrino Gapuzan Agbunag, 92, of Honolulu, died in Wahiawa General Hospital. He was born in Vintar, Ilocos Norte, the Philippines. He is survived by sons Teotimo, Rufino, Florendo, Romeo and Reynaldo; daughters Rosita A. Josue and Juanita Albano; brother Gerardo; sisters Dolores Cabreros, Teresa Labugen, Suzie Paneda, Rosa-lina Pascua and Felicitas Agbunag; 21grandchildren; and 14 great-grandchildren. Mass: 7 p.m. tomorrow at Co-Cathedral of St. Theresa, 712 N. School St. Call after 5:30 p.m. Additional services: 10 a.m. Saturday at Mililani Downtown Mortuary. Call after 8 a.m. Burial: 11 a.m. at Hawaiian Memorial Park. (Honolulu Star Bulletin, January 12, 2006)
Agcaoili, Marcelino "Celin" Palting 67, of Honolulu, died Jan. 3, 2005. Born in Laoag City, Philippines. Survived by wife, Pauline "Polly"; son, Rene; daughter, Liza Edra; brothers, Dalmacio and Pedro; eight grandchildren. Visitation 6 p.m. tomorrow at Mililani Downtown Mortuary; service 7 p.m. Final service and burial in the Philippines. [Adv, Jan 14, 2005]
Agdeppa, Patsy Jean Aug. 21, 2005 Patsy Jean Agdeppa, 57, of Lahaina, a retired merchandise controller, died in the Queen's Medical Center. She was born in Lahaina. She is survived by husband Nick Jr., mother Jeanette Costa, sons Timothy A. and Daniel L., and Sister Dorothy Costa. Mass: 10 a.m. Friday at Maria Lanakila Church. Call after 9 a.m. Inurnment to follow at church cemetery. (Honolulu Star Bulletin, August 24, 2005)
Agdeppa, Patsy Jean Aug. 21, 2005 Patsy Jean Agdeppa, 57, of Lahaina, died Aug. 21, 2005, at The Queen’s Medical Center on Oahu. Visitation will begin at 9 a.m. Friday at Maria Lanakila Church; with a Mass over urn at 10 a.m. Inurnment will follow in the church cemetery. Ballard Family Mortuary is assisting with the arrangements. Mrs. Agdeppa was born Oct. 20, 1947, in Lahaina. She was a retired merchandise controller. She is survived by her husband, Nick Agdeppa Jr.; two sons, Timothy Alan Agdeppa and Daniel Leroy Agdeppa; her mother, Jeanette Costa; and a sister, Dorothy Costa. (The Maui News, August 24, 2005)
Agena, Isamu "Isao", Nov. 3, 2005 91, of Honolulu, a retired cook, died in Hale Nani Rehabilitation and Nursing Facility. He was born in Makawao, Maui. He is survived by sons Edward T., Thomas T., Dennis and Alvin S.; daughters Judy Tengan and Nancy Vasconcellos; brother Mori Nakamasu; sisters Doris Arakaki and Ruth Shiroma; and numerous grandchildren, great-grandchildren and great-great-grandchildren. Services: 4 p.m. Saturday at Hosoi Garden Mortuary. Casual attire. No flowers. [Honolulu Star Bulletin, 15 Nov 2005]
Agena, Yoneko Lily Aug. 29, 2005 Yoneko Lily Agena, 87, of Waianae, formerly of Kaneohe, a retired private housekeeper, died. She was born in Ewa. She is survived by husband Teishu "Walter"; sons Norman S. and Wayne T.; daughters Laverne H. Laux and Ruth S. Agena; brothers Masashi and Noboru Kobashigawa; sisters Violet F. Shiroma, Hazel S. Gallipeau and Tetsu Kobashigawa; and nine grandchildren. Services: 4 p.m. Sunday at Hosoi Garden Mortuary. Call after 3 p.m. Aloha attire. (Star Bulletin, 6 Sep 05)
Aglibut, Leoncia of Kapa‘a died at home on Jan. 27, 2005, at the age of 98. Born in Santa Maria, Ilocos Sur, Philippines on Sept. 5, 1906, she is survived by two sons, Domingo (Pacita) Aglibut and Constantino (Emy) Aglibut, both of the Philippines; three daughters, Cristeta Dasugo of the Philippines, Victoria Dato of the Philippines and Cecilia Soriano of Kapa‘a; 37 grandchildren; numerous greatgrandchildren, greatgreatgrandchildren, nieces and nephews. Friends may visit with the family from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. on Friday, Feb. 4, at St. Catherine's Catholic Church in Kapa‘a; Mass at 11 a.m. followed by burial at the church cemetery. [KGIN, Feb 2, 2005]
Agner, Edward 61, of Honolulu, died Jan. 8, 2005. Born in Milwaukee, Wis. Retired Northwest Airlines aircraft mechanic. Survived by wife, Katherine; sons, Brian and Tom; mother, MaryAnn; sister, Rita Snycerski; three grandchildren. Service 10 a.m. today at St. Pius Church. Body donated to University of Hawai'i medical school. [Adv, Jan 12, 2005]
Agonoy, Matias Mendoza Nov. 27, 2005 Matias Mendoza Agonoy, 102, of Lanai City, Lanai, a retired pineapple plantation laborer, died. He was born in Bacarra, Ilocos Norte, Barrio Cabulalaan, the Philippines. He is survived by wife Francesca; daughters Marina Ballenger, Apolonia Stice and Magdalena Luczon; eight grandchildren; 17 great-grandchildren; and two great-great-grandchildren. Services: 7 p.m. today at Filipino Club House in Lanai City. Call after 6 p.m. Mass: 10 a.m. Saturday at Sacred Hearts Church in Lanai City. Burial to follow at Lanai Cemetery. (Honolulu Star Bulletin, Dec 1, 2005)
Agonoy, Matias Mendoza Nov. 27, 2005 Matias Mendoza Agonoy, 102, of Lana’i City, Lana’I, died. Born in Bacarra, Illocos Norte, Barrio Cabulalaan, Philippines and a retired pineapple plantation laborer. Survived by wife, Francesca; daughters, Marina Ballenger, Apollonia Stice and Magdalena Luczon; eight grandchildren; 17 great grandchildren; two great great grandchildren. Visitation 6 to 9 pm Friday at the Filipino Clubhouse, Lana’i City; service 7 pm. Mass 10 am Saturday at Sacred Hearts Church; burial in Lana’i Cemetery. Honolulu arrangements by Borthwick Mortuary. (Honolulu Advertiser, November 30, 2005)
Agonoy, Wahren Tumbaga Nov. 4, 2005 Wahren Tumbaga Agonoy, 13, of Bremerton, Wash., formerly of Honolulu, died in Bremerton. He was born in Honolulu. He is survived by father Al and grandparents Manuela Tumbaga and Dionicia Agonoy. Services: 7 p.m. Sunday at Nuuanu Memorial Park and Mortuary. Call after 6 p.m. Mass: 9:30 a.m. Monday at Co-Cathedral of St. Theresa. Call after 8:30 a.m. Burial: 10:45 a.m. at Nuuanu Memorial Park. Casual attire. No flowers. [Honolulu Star Bulletin, 18 Nov 2005]
Agor, Teodosia Padilla 80, of Honolulu, died April 21, 2005. Born in Honolulu. A homemaker. Survived by son, Mike; daughters, Patricia Gose, Cathie Agor-Haynes and Theresa Glen; nine grandchildren; seven great-grandchildren; brothers, Falustino "Tinong" Padello and Domingo Padilla; sisters, Gertrude "Trodes" Urbano, Dolores "Dodiang" Alfafara, Claudia "Cadiang" Lee and Matrona "Trona" Suficiencia. Visitation 9:30 a.m. Tuesday at Our Lady of Good Counsel Church; Mass 11 a.m.; burial 1 p.m. at Hawai'i State Veterans Cemetery. Arrangements by Moanalua Mortuary. [Adv, May 1, 2005]
Agpoon, Marcelina Ramos 76, Honolulu, died July 13, 2005. Born in Pangasinan, Philippines. Survived by husband, Gregorio Sr.; sons, the Rev. Danilo, Gregorio Jr., Ferdinand and Arsenio; daughters, Marita Santos, Elizabeth, Carolina, Herminia Mutoc and Imelda Bueno; sister, Emeranciana Sabangan; 22 grandchildren. Visitation 6 to 9 p.m. Friday at Independent Baptist Church; service 7 p.m.; burial in the Philippines at a later date. Arrangements by Moanalua Mortuary. [Adv, July 19, 2005]
Agrellas, Jerry Sr. Sept. 13, 2005 Jerry Agrellas Sr., 94, of Wailuku, a retired Hawaiian Commercial & Sugar Co. power plant engineer, died in Maui Memorial Medical Center. He was born in Hawaii. He is survived by wife Angeline, son Jerry Jr. and sister Emily Howard. Private services. Inurnment at a later date at Maui Memorial Park. (Star Bulletin, 18 Sep 05)
Agtarap, Angelino Oblero Oct. 6, 2005 Angelino Oblero Agtarap, 64, of Lanai City, a retired Castle and Cooke golf maintenance worker, died in the Queen's Medical Center. He was born in La Union, the Philippines. He is survived by wife Dominga; daughters Nancy, Teri, Josie, Susan, Lorna and Janet; mother Julia; stepfather Vincent; five brothers; two sisters; and 16 grandchildren. Viewing: 6:30 p.m. Friday at ILWU Hall, Lanai City. Services: 11 a.m. Saturday at Sacred Hearts Church. Burial to follow at Lanai Cemetery. (Star Bulletin, 25 Oct 2005)
Agtarap, Fernandico Sabado 82, of Kea'au, Hawai'i, died Feb. 6, 2005. Born in the Philippines. Survived by wife, Lillian; sons, Kyle and Kameron; daughter, Jessica; stepsons, Lewellyn and Shane Kaui; stepdaughters, Arleen Kuwamura and Charmaine Dellabona; sister, Macrina Donida; 10 grandchildren. Visitation 6 to 9 p.m. Tuesday at Dodo Mortuary, Hilo; service 7 p.m. Visitation also 9:30 a.m. next Thursday at Hawaiian Memorial Park Mortuary, Kane'ohe; service 11:30 a.m.; burial 2 p.m. at Hawaiian Memorial Park. Casual attire. [Adv, Feb 17, 2005]
Aguda, Bernardo Aguirre, Oct. 6, 2005. Bernardo Aguirre "Smokey" Aguda, 90, of Ewa Beach, a retired heavy-equipment mechanic, died in St. Francis Medical Center. He was born in Pasuquin, Ilocos Norte, the Philippines. He is survived by wife Encarnacion V., son Ramon, daughter Bernadette, sister Sally Misajon and a grandchild. Services: 7 p.m. Friday at Mililani Mortuary-Waipio, mauka chapel. Call after 6 p.m. Mass: 10 a.m. Saturday at Our Lady of Perpetual Help Church, 91-1004 North Road, Ewa Beach. Call after 8:45 a.m. Burial: noon at Valley of the Temples. Casual attire. [Star Bulletin, 1 Nov 2005]
Aguiar, Adeline H. 88, of Honolulu, died Jan. 24, 2005. Born in Honolulu. Retired Tripler Army Medical Center dietitian. Survived by daughters, Jan Perreira and Darleene Hermann; three grandsons; four great-grandchildren. Visitation 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Tuesday at St. Patrick's Church, Kaimuki; Mass 12:30 p.m.; burial 2 p.m. at Hawaiian Memorial Park. No flowers. Casual attire. Arrangements by Hawaiian Memorial Park Mortuary. [Adv, Jan 28, 2005]
Aguiar, Mary Lou Kapuaokalani De Sept. 20, 2005 Mary Lou Kapuaokalani De Aguiar, 69, of Hilo, a retired Hilo Airport custodial supervisor and former United Public Works shop steward, died at home. She was born in Honolulu. She is survived by sons Gardner, Sheldon, Courtney and Greg; hanai son Mac Asato; daughter Richelle Krueger; brother Donald Marques; sister Jeanette Kahlbaum; and 11 grandchildren. Services: 10:30 a.m. tomorrow at Dodo Mortuary. Call after 9 a.m. Burial to follow at Hawaii Veterans Cemetery No. 2. Casual attire. (Star Bulletin, 22 Sep 05)
Aguiar, Robert 61, of Wahiawa, died April 17, 2005. Born in Lihu'e, Kaua'i. An employee of Waimano Home. Survived by mother, Mary; brothers, Edwin Jr. and Anthony Allan; sister, Eloise Monaghan-Aguiar. Service 4 p.m. Sunday at Kaka'ako Waterfront Park. Casual attire. Arrangements by Williams Funeral Services. [Adv, Apr 22, 2005]
Aguiar, Vincent Nov. 13, 2005 Vincent Aguiar, 85, of Honolulu, a retired U.S. Army master sergeant, died at home. He was born in Honolulu. He is survived by wife Colleen, son Lee, daughter Kathy Nimon, brother John Jr. and three grandchildren. Services: 1 p.m. tomorrow at Holy Nativity Episcopal Church. Call after 12:30 p.m. Burial to follow at Diamond Head Memorial Park. Additional information for an obituary printed yesterday. [Honolulu Star Bulletin, 17 Nov 2005]
Aguilar, Flordeliza Dec. 17, 2005 Flordeliza "Charing" Aguilar, 70, of Waipahu, a retired employee of Navy Exchange at Pearl Harbor, died in St. Francis Medical Center. She was born in Sarrat, Ilocos Norte, the Philippines. She is survived by son Lawrence "Larry," hanai brother Norman and three grandchildren. Services: 6:30 p.m. Friday at Mililani Mortuary-Waipio, mauka chapel. Call after 6 p.m. Mass: 11:30 a.m. Saturday at the chapel. Call after 8:30 a.m. Burial: 12:30 p.m. at Mililani Memorial Park. Casual attire. (Honolulu Star Bulletin, January 17, 2006)
Aguilar, Greta Monserate 73, of 'Aiea, died Feb. 28, 2005. Born in the Philippines. A ballet dancer and instructor. Survived by son, Alan; daughters, Laurie Grochowsky, Marianne Nakoa and Gina Rodriguez; brother, Peter Monserate. Private service. Arrangements by Ultimate Cremation Services of Hawai'i. [Adv, Mar 10, 2005]
Aguinaldo, Alberto Gumayagay Aug. 28, 2005 Alberto Gumayagay Aguinaldo, 96, of Pahoa, Hawaii, a retired crane operator for the former Puna Sugar Co., died in Hilo Medical Center. He was born in Laoag City, Ilocos Norte, the Philippines. He is survived by wife Gloria, son Gilbert and a grandchild. Services: 7 p.m. Friday at Dodo Mortuary. Call after 6 p.m. Mass: 10 a.m. Saturday at Pahoa Sacred Heart Catholic Church. Call after 8 a.m. Burial to follow at Pahoa Catholic Cemetery. Casual attire. (Star Bulletin, 13 Sep 05)
Aguinaldo, Evangelina "Juling" "Vangie" Cabantangan 79, of Honolulu, died March 22, 2005. Born on Maui. Survived by husband, Sotero; brothers, Anafredo, Julio and Paul; nephews; nieces. Visitation 9 a.m. Monday at the Co-Cathedral of St. Theresa; Mass 10:30 a.m.; burial noon at Valley of the Temples Memorial Park. Casual attire. [Adv, Apr 5, 2005]
Agustin, Christina 66, of Kahului, died May 26, 2005, at Maui Memorial Medical Center. Visitation will be held from 9 a.m. to noon Saturday at Borthwick Norman’s Mortuary, with a prayer service at 10 a.m. Burial will follow at Maui Memorial Park. Mrs. Agustin was born Dec. 24, 1938, in Paia. She was a platform operator with Maui Land & Pineapple Co. She is survived by her husband, Arsenio Agustin; her mother, Agnes K. Rico; a daughter, Tiana Agustin; four sisters, Isabella Puha, Martha Tabisola, Anita Acpal and Tanya Cress; four brothers, Robert Rico, Ronald Rico, Myles Rico and James Sahagun; and four grandchildren. [MN, June 8, 2005]
Agustin, Lucio Albano 93, of Pahoa died Feb. 16 at Hilo Medical Center. Born in Gerona, Tarlac, the Philippines, he was retired truck driver for Puna Sugar Co., owner of Agustin Papaya and Anthurium Farms, a commercial fisherman and member of the Pahoa Sacred Heart Catholic Church. Friends may call 6-9 p.m. Friday, at Dodo Mortuary Chapel; prayer service at 7 p.m. Friends may also call 9-10 a.m. Saturday, at Pahoa Sacred Heart Catholic Church; funeral Mass at 10 a.m. Burial in the church cemetery. Casual attire. Survived by sons, Anthony Akiona of Hilo, Fred (Evelyn) Sanoria and Richard (Susan) Sanoria of Pahoa, Robert (Darlene) Sanoria and Ronald Sanoria of Kailua-Kona; daughter-in-law, Pat (Ronald) Sanoria of Kailua-Kona brother, Paulino Agustin of the Philippines; sisters, Teodora Pascua, Rosalina Agustin and Feliza Nabalitan of the Philippines; brothers-in-law, William (Shirley) Bestamente of Kohala, Victor Bestamente of Pahoa; sisters in-law, Ellen Sanoria and Sarah (Perfecto) Aniban of Pahoa, Virginia Bestamente of Ontario, Calif.; 16 grandchildren; numerous great grandchildren and numerous great-great grandchildren. Arrangements by Dodo Mortuary. [HTH, Feb 22, 2005]
Agustin, Orlando Santos Aug. 31, 2005 Orlando Santos Agustin, 55, of Waipahu, a Fred Lau Hawaiian Landscaping employee, died in Kapiolani Medical Center at Pali Momi. He was born in Gayong, Cordon, Isabela, the Philippines. He is survived by wife Beatriz M.; sons Resty and Roberto; daughters Rovelyn Agustin, Rosalinda De Castro and Rebecca Collado; mother Encarnacion; brothers Rodrigo and William; sisters Sebrina Gines and Carmelita Retondo; and 12 grandchildren. Services: 7 p.m. Sunday and 10:30 a.m. Monday at Mililani Mortuary-Waipio, makai chapel. Call after 6 p.m. Sunday and 8:30 a.m. Monday. Burial: 11 a.m. at Mililani Memorial Park. Casual attire. (Star Bulletin, 8 Sep 05)
Ah Chin, William 87, of Wailuku, Maui, formerly of Papaikou, died May 20 at Maui Memorial Medical Center. Born in Hilo, he was an electrician and a member of Local 1186 International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers. Private services held. Survived by daughters, Violet (Kenneth) Kameoka of Hilo, Norma (Clarence) Miyamoto of Honolulu, Janice T. Tatsuhara of Hilo, Hazel (Thomas) Bello of Hilo, Judy Ah Chin of Hilo; sisters, Betty (Harry) Masaki of Honolulu, Charlotte (Elmer) Vierra of Hilo; sister-in-law, Elizabeth Ah Chin of Hilo; numerous nieces and nephews; 10 grandchildren; 10 great-grandchildren. Arrangements by Borthwick Hawaii Funeral Home. [HTH, July 3, 2005]
Ah Loo, Charmaigne Rosell Dec. 24, 2005 Charmaigne Rosell Ah Loo, 54, of Pearl City, a Hickam Air Force Base budget analyst, died in Kapiolani Medical Center at Pali Momi. She was born in Honolulu. She is survived by husband Alvin H.K.; sons Kyle, Sargent, Trane and Hunter; father Wilbur; sisters Frances Thoene, Irene Mitcham, Janice Kakugawa, Alta E. Anthony, Sandra Woll and Susan Crist; and eight grandchildren. Services: 3:30 p.m. Sunday at Bernice Pauahi Chapel at the Kamehameha Schools campus. Call after 2:30 p.m. Aloha attire. No flowers. (Honolulu Star Bulletin, January 12, 2006)
Ah Mau, Sarah Lokelani Dec. 31, 2005 Sarah Lokelani Ah Mau, 43, of Honolulu, a Sheraton Moana Surfrider housekeeper, died in Kentucky. She was born in Honolulu. She is survived by husband Darryl; sons Lawrence Pai and Kalani and Joshua Ah Mau-Bishaw; father Bartholomew Yadao; mother Mary Yadao; brothers Charles and Cerilo Yadao; and sisters, Julie Frierson and Jennie Lorenzana. Services: noon Saturday at Hawaiian Pentecostal Church. Call after 10 a.m. Burial: 3 p.m. at Hawaiian Memorial Park. (Honolulu Star Bulletin, January 12, 2006)
Ah Quin, Betty Lou 72, of Makawao, Maui, died July 5 at Hale Makua Kahului. Born in Hilo, she was a homemaker. Friends may call 11 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Friday at Borthwick Norman's Mortuary in Wailuku, Maui; service at 12:30 p.m. Burial to follow at the Maui Veteran's Cemetery at 2 p.m. Casual attire. Survived by husband, Samuel Ah Quin of Makawao; sons, Mark (Sandy) Ryan and Russell (Brenda) Ryan of Oahu, Moki (Tina) Ryan of Kokomo, Maui, Robert (Sandy) Ryan of Makawao; 13 grandchildren. Arrangements by Borthwick Norman's Mortuary. [HTH, July 7, 2005]
Ah Quin, John K.C. Nov. 3, 2005 John K.C. Ah Quin, 80, of Kahuku, a retired Polynesian Cultural Center tour guide, died in Kailua. He was born in Laie. He is survived by brothers Nolly, Joseph and William; and sister Harriett Beringer. Services: 10 a.m. Friday at the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, Laie North Stake Center. Call after 9 a.m. Burial: 1 p.m. at Hawaii State Veterans Cemetery, Kaneohe. [Star Bulletin, 11 Nov 2005]
Ah Quin, Juliann Sarah Kainoa Sept. 6, 2005 Juliann Sarah Kainoa Ah Quin, 64, of Mesa, Ariz., a retired Hauula Elementary School health aide, died in Mesa. She was born in Honolulu. She is survived by husband John; sons John Jr., Jamison "Mile" and Javan "Choy"; daughters Stacie "Noe" Pule and Janelle Ah Quin; brother Manuel Fernandez; sisters Julia Hoe, Lillian Serrao, Emelia Kipapa, Marion Ioane and Hazel Basuel; hanai sister Charlotte Silva; and 21 grandchildren. Services: noon Thursday at Hawaiian Memorial Park. Call after 9 a.m. Burial: 1 p.m. at Valley of the Temples. Casual attire. Flowers welcome. (Star Bulletin, 18 Sep 05)
Ah Sam, Ellinor Anneliese 78, of Waimanalo, died March 24, 2005. Born in Breslau, Germany. Survived by sons, Michael, Ronald, Edward and Jeffrey; daughter, Donna; sisters, Ruth Robinson, Ingrid Hamilton and Margitta Belzig; seven grandchildren; eight great-grandchildren. Visitation from 9:30 a.m. Monday at St. George's Church; burial 1 p.m. at Hawai'i State Veterans Cemetery. Arrangements by Mililani Downtown Mortuary. [Adv, Apr 2, 2005]
Ah Sam, Joseph A.P. 67, of Conway, Ark. died Nov. 4 at home. Born in Kohala, he was a retired U.S. Army veteran, former mechanic for Bale Chevrolet and a member of St. Joseph Catholic Church in Conway. Services and interment will be held Wednesday in Conway. Memorials m... [Hawaii Tribune Herald, November 8 2005]
Ah Siu Sr., Sweekney Akina July 25, 2005 Sweeney Akina Ah Siu Sr., 91, of Honolulu, and formerly of Maui, died July 25, 2005, in Honolulu. Visitation will begin at 8:30 a.m. Monday at Hawaiian Memorial Park Mortuary on Oahu, with burial at 11 a.m. at the mortuary cemetery. The family requests aloha attire. Mr. Ah Siu was born Sept. 4, 1913, in Lahaina. He was a retired air and hydraulic brake mechanic for B&C Trucking. He is survived by four children, Ellabelle Kaiama, Emily Kaniho, Sweeney A. (Beverly) Ah Siu Jr., and Barbara (Herbert) Rego; two sisters, Constance San Diego and Amy Burwell; a brother, Hugo Book; and 20 grandchildren, 45 great-grandchildren and nine great-great-grandchildren. (The Maui News, August 5, 2005)
Ah Siu Sr., Sweeney Akina 4 Sept 1913 - 25 Jul 2005 Born to Sweeney Akina Ah Siu and Elodia Kaohiwelu Kekino Koko in Lahaina, Maui. He had a sister, Constance Hooipo San Diego. His maternal tutu Emalia "Millie" Koko raised him and taught him to garden and fish - activities he enjoyed throughout his lifetime. Papa attended Sacred Hearts and Kamehameha III schools in Lahaina and was a member of the Hawaii National Guard. He was a machinist for Pioneer Mill Co. and retired as an air and hydraulic brake mechanic from B & C Trucking. With his wife Carol Dutro of Wailuku, Maui they raised five children. Survived by son, Sweeney (Beverly) of Honolulu; three daughters, Ellabelle Kaiama of Kailua, Oahu, Emily Kaniho of Lahaina and Barbara (Herbert) Rego of Kahuku; sister, Amy Burwell; brother, Hugo Book; 20 grand-children; 45 great-grandchildren, and 9 great-great grandchildren. Burial at Hawaiian Memorial Park Cemetery. Aloha attire. [Adv, August 3, 2005]
Ah Siu, Sweeney Akina Sr. July 25, 2005 Sweeney Akina Ah Siu Sr., 91, of Honolulu, a retired B & C Trucking air and hydraulic brake mechanic, died in Honolulu. He was born in Lahaina. He is survived by children Ellabelle Kaiama, Emily Kaniho, Sweeney A. Ah Siu Jr. and Barbara Rego; brother Hugo Book; sisters Constance San Diego and Amy Burwell; 20 grandchildren; 45 great-grandchildren; and nine great-great-grandchildren. Services: 10 a.m. Monday at Hawaiian Memorial Park. Call after 8:30 a.m. Burial: 11 a.m. at Hawaiian Memorial Park. Aloha attire. (Honolulu Star Bulletin, August 4, 2005)
Ah Sui Jr., Charles 67, of Wai'anae, died April 10, 2005. Born in Hawai'i. Owner of CRA Painting and Waterproofing Co. Survived by wife, Lynette; sons, Raymond and Derek; daughter, Dawn Aglipay; mother, Lydia Ah Sui; brother, Solomon; sister, Sharon Vidinha; nine grandchildren. Service 9 a.m. to noon Saturday at Koinonia Christian Center, Waipahu. Arrangements by Mililani Downtown Mortuary. [Adv, Apr 20, 2005]
Ah Yo, Herbert Sr. Nov. 25, 2005 Herbert Ah Yo Sr., 88, of Honolulu, a retired federal construction inspector and U.S. Army Reserve major, died in the Queen's Medical Center. He was born in Honomu, Hawaii. He is survived by sons Herbert Jr., Gerald, Melvin and Clayton; daughter Cynthia Kupau; brother Elgin Duarte; sisters Rose Namaka, Ethelbertha Morimoto and Elaine Hara; 11 grandchildren; and 12 great-grandchildren. Mass: 11 a.m. Tuesday at Star of the Sea Church. Call after 9 a.m. Burial: 12:30 p.m. at Valley of the Temples. Aloha attire. (Honolulu Star Bulletin, Dec 8, 2005)
Ah You, Curtis 77, of 'Ewa Beach, died March 11, 2005. Born in Laupahoehoe, Hawai'i. Served in the Merchant Marine. Retired Pearl Harbor Naval Shipyard employee with 31 years of service and retired custodian at Waipahu High School. Survived by wife, Josephine; daughters, Cynthia-Mae Hanakahi and Loraine Burks; five grandchildren; 10 great-grandchildren; brothers, Walter Chun and William Ah You; sisters, Dorothy Davis, Mildred Vanyi, Florence Black, Lenore Bay, Ilonian Bohlmann and Evangeline Sylvester. Visitation 10 a.m. Monday at Hawaiian Memorial Park Mortuary; service 11:30 a.m.; burial 2 p.m. at Hawaiian Memorial Park. [Adv, Mar 15, 2005]
Ah Yuen, Miriam Leilani Sept. 24, 2005 Miriam Leilani Ah Yuen, 62, of Honolulu, a retired Verizon Hawaii customer service representative, died. She was born in Honolulu. She is survived by husband Patrick; children Keith "Kalani," Arnold "Arnie," Nahe and Moana; mother Genoa "Aunty Genoa" Keawe; brothers Gary Aiko, Ka'eo Pa'alua and Eric "Kaleo" Keawe; and seven grandchildren. Services: 1 p.m. Sunday at Koolau Golf Club Ballrooms. Call after 11 a.m. Aloha attire. (Star Bulletin, 28 Sep 05)
Ahakuelo, Benedict Keaolani Sr. Aug. 26, 2005 Benedict Keaolani "Uncle Benny" Ahakuelo Sr., 74, of Honolulu, a retired Chevron Refinery supervisor of operation, died in Honolulu. He was born in Honolulu. He is survived by wife Betty Mae; children Deena, Benedict Jr. and Abraham Ahakuelo and Nadine Kapalu; sister Anna Neves; and seven grandchildren. Services: 6 p.m. Wednesday at Diamond Head Mortuary. Call after 5 p.m. Inurnment: 2 p.m. next Friday at Hawaiian Memorial Park. Aloha attire. (Star Bulletin, 2 Sep 05)
Ahn, Lily B.S. 82, of Honolulu, died April 28, 2005. Born in Pa'ahau, Hawai'i. A retired executive receptionist for American Security Bank, First Interstate, eventually acquired by First Hawaiian Bank. Survived by son, Michael Kim; daughters, Peggy Gurney and Andra Ahn Urey; sister, Jackie Bingo; 11 grandchildren; seven great-grandchildren. Visitation 5 p.m. Saturday at Mililani Downtown Mortuary; memorial service 6 p.m. No flowers. Casual attire. [Adv, May 4, 2005]
Ahn, Mabel Shizuko 94, of Honolulu, died June 7, 2005. Born in Honolulu. Survived by sons, Michael, Douglas and Dennis; two granddaughters. Graveside service 11 a.m. tomorrow at Valley of the Temples Memorial Park. No flowers. Arrangements by Hawaiian Memorial Park Mortuary. [Adv, June 15, 2005]
Ahn, Samuel S. of Las Vegas Nevada, formerly of Ewa beach, Hawaii, passed away on February 12, 2005 at the Valley Hospital in Las Vegas, Nevada. He was 90 years old. Sam was born on April 28, 1914 in Hoonaunau, Hawaii. He was proud to serve his country as a member of the United States Army. Sam retired from service in 1974 and returned home to Hawaii. Sam was a great fan of Las Vegas and moved there in 1990 to really enjoy his retirement. He was a strong man with a kind heart and a generous nature. Sam was a friend to everyone he met and will be forever in our hearts. He is survived by his sisters Betty Puna and Suzie Chu. Children Evelyn Ahn, Alvin Ahn, Cynthia Ahn, Jonathan Ahn and Sharon Gates. Grandchildren Salina Craig-Brantley, wayland Lewis, Melissa Oksanen, Corbit Ahn, and Stephan matteo. he is also survived by 9 grandchildren. Sam will be laid to rest at Punchbowl National Cemetery on Wednesday March 16, 2005. [Adv, Mar 14, 2005]
Ahnee, James Kaawa Sept. 19, 2005 James Kaawa "Kimo" Ahnee, 90, of Honolulu, a retired GTE Hawaiian Tel repairman, died in St. Francis Medical Center. He was born in Honolulu. He is survived by son James; brothers Robert and David Brooks; and sisters Eleanor Bingman, Edna Germano and Eloise Anderson. Services: 11 a.m. Tuesday at Borthwick Mortuary. Call after 10 a.m. Burial: 2 p.m. at Hawaiian Memorial Park. (Star Bulletin, 25 Sep 05)
Ahue, James "Kimo" "Jimmy" Mako-Leokalani Chang 84, of Honolulu, died Jan. 31, 2005. Born in Hana, Maui. Survived by son, Eldon; daughters, Sharon Cole and Gwen Tompkins; brothers, Isaac "Ike" and Jerry; sisters, Angela "Dickie" Rother and Gloria Heu; five grandchildren. Visitation 10 a.m. Saturday at The Kamehameha Schools, Kapalama campus, Bernice Pauahi Bishop Memorial Chapel; service 11 a.m. Private burial. Aloha attire. No flowers. Arrangements by Mililani Downtown Mortuary. [Adv, Feb 8, 2005]
Ahuna, Esther Ako 90, of Honolulu, died Jan. 8, 2005. Born in Waimea, Kaua'i. Retired school teacher. Survived by son, Andrick Tong; daughters, Leila Hoe and Pamela Tong; sisters, Bessie Furukawa and Gardie Chock; granddaughters, Caitlin Tong and Kinalani Hoe. Private service held. Arrangements by Borthwick Mortuary. [Adv, Jan 13, 2005]
Ahuna, Kuulei Mun Hook 51, of Hilo, died April 28 at Queen's Medical Center. Born Nov. 19, 1953 in Hilo, he was a Young Brothers Ltd. stevedore, a musician, songwriter/composer and member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints, Keaukaha Ward. Friends may call 5-9 p.m. Friday at the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints, Hilo Stake Center, for a visitation. Friends may also call 8 a.m. Saturday at the church for an 11 a.m. service. Burial to follow at Alae Cemetery, Mormon Section. Family requests casual attire be worn. He is survived by wife, Leslie Ahuna of Hilo; daughters, Mailani Ahuna, Kaiulani Ahuna, both of Hilo; mother, Eleanor Ahuna of Hilo; brothers, Lani (Rosemary) Ahuna, Albert Ahuna Jr., Kihei (Beverly) Ahuna, all of Hilo; sisters, Alberta (Terry) Nicolas, Allysyn (George) Bezilla, Elly (Timothy) Sprintz, Shanna (Adam) Paglinawan, all of Hilo, Lesly (Steven) Rockwood of Chicago; stepmother-in-law, Mary Wimmer of Wis.; brothers-in-law, Christopher (Kelly) Wimmer, Jonathon (Kelly) Wimmer, Jeff Hobbins, all of Wis.; sister-in-law, Lauren Wimmer of Wis.; numerous aunts, uncles, cousins, nieces, nephews, grandnieces and grandnephews. [WHT, May 5, 2005]
Ahuna, Muriel Tokiko 95, of Honolulu, died June 21, 2005. Born in Kealia, Kaua'i. A retired registered nurse. Survived by daughter, Barbara Wakatake; granddaughter, Stacey; sister, Koume Sagawa; nieces and nephews. Private service held. No monetary gifts. Arrangements by Nuuanu Memorial Park & Mortuary. [Adv, July 24, 2005]
Aihara, Tsugio Sept. 19, 2005 Tsugio Aihara, 75, of Pearl City, a retired Honolulu Shipyard estimator and Stubenberg Co. shop foreman, died in St. Francis Medical Center. He was born in Honolulu. He is survived by wife Florence H.; sons Neal H., Warren N. and Gordon O.; daughters Donna T. Hu and Liane T. Aihara; and eight grandchildren. Services: 6 p.m. Wednesday at Mililani Mortuary-Waipio, makai chapel. Call after 5 p.m. Casual attire. No flowers. (Star Bulletin, 24 Sep 05)
Aikele, John H. 85, of Kailua-Kona died June 26 at home. Born in Montrose, Colo., he was a retired engineer technician for the federal Bureau of Reclamation, a World War II veteran and member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, the Retired Senior Volunteer Program, Kona Seniors Bowling League and Kona Outdoor Circle Bridge Club. Services held. Survived by wife, Beverly Aikele of Kailua-Kona; daughters, Ginger Kaanapu of Kailua-Kona, Sandra Mayberry of Tenino, Wash.; sons, Peter Kaanapu of Provo, Utah, Jonathan Aikele of Concord, Calif.; 16 grandchildren, nine great-grandchildren. Arrangements by A Hui Hou Funeral & Tribute Services of Kailua-Kona. [HTH, July 17, 2005]
Aina, Jennie Christine Aug. 12, 2005 Jennie Christine Aina, 82, of Wailuku, a retired federal government telegrapher, died at home. She was born in Kaupo, Maui. She is survived by husband Alexander; sons Dayton Kaaloa, Jonathon and Samuel; daughters Karlyn Perry and Jennifer; brothers Oliver, John, Daniel, Wilfred and Milton Kawaiaea; sister Minuet Ratledge; 12 grandchildren; and 13 great-grandchildren. Services: 7:30 p.m. Friday at Ballard Family Mortuary. Call after 6 p.m. Additional services: 10 a.m. Saturday at Hui Aloha Congregational Church-Kaupo. Call after 9:30 a.m. Burial to follow at the church cemetery. Casual attire (Honolulu Star Bulletin, August 21, 2005)
Aina, Jennie Christine Aug. 12, 2005 Jennie Christine Aina, 82, of Kaupo, died Aug. 12, 2005, at her residence in Wailuku. Visitation will be held from 6 to 9 p.m. Friday at Ballard Family Mortuary, with a service at 7:30 p.m. Visitation will continue at 9:30 a.m. Saturday at Hui Aloha Congregational Church in Kaupo, with a service at 10 a.m. Burial will follow in the church cemetery. The family requests casual attire. Mrs. Aina was born July 28, 1923, in Kaupo. She was a retired telegrapher for the federal government. She is survived by her husband, Alexander Aina; three sons, Dayton (Carol) Kaaloa, Jonathon Aina and Samuel (Aloha) Aina; two daughters, Karlyn (Anthony) Perry and Jennifer Aina; five brothers, Oliver Kawaiaea, John Kawaiaea, Daniel Kawaiaea, Wilfred Kawaiaea and Milton Kawaiaea; a sister, Minuet Ratledge; and 12 grandchildren and 13 great-grandchildren. (The Maui News, August 21, 2005)
Ainsley, Ernest Harry Dec. 4, 2005 Ernest Harry Ainsley, 89, of Kailua-Kona, formerly of Seattle, a retired Puget Sound Electric Light Co. employee and Navy veteran, died at home. He was born in Montana. He is survived by son Gary, daughter Susan Miyamoto, sister Lois Kopenen, seven grandchildren and three great-grandchildren. Services at a later date. (Honolulu Star Bulletin, Dec 10, 2005)
Aiona, Chang Yang Jr. Nov. 2, 2005 Chang Yang Aiona Jr., 54, of Hilo, a Yama's Roofing Co. mechanic in Hilo, died in Hilo Medical Center. He was born in Hilo. He is survived by sons Ed, Chang Yang "Grumpy," Chu-Lan, Chan-Lee and Che-Ung "Mister"; brothers Israel and Paul Kamoku; sisters LindyAnn Aiona and AnnaLynn Tailan; and seven grandchildren. Services: 10 a.m. Saturday at Dodo Mortuary. Call after 9 a.m. Casual attire. No flowers. [Honolulu Star Bulletin, 7 Nov 2005]
Aiona, Chang Yang Jr., 54, of Hilo died Nov. 2 at Hilo Medical Center. Born in Hilo, he was a mechanic for Yama's Roofing Co. and was member of the Hawaiian Pride Motorcycle Club. Friends may call 9-10 a.m. Saturday at Dodo Mortuary Chapel; service at 10 a.m. Casual attire, no flowers. Survived by sons, Ed (Lianne) Aiona of Waianae, Oahu, Chang Yang "Grumpy" Aiona and Che-Ung "Mister" Aiona of Hilo; Chu-Lan (Ashley) Aiona of Maui, Chan-Lee (Kaci Martin) Aiona of Panaewa; brothers, Israel (Genevieve) Aiona and Paul (Moana) Kamoku Aiona of Hilo; sisters, LindyAnn Aiona of Kona, AnnaLynn (Wesley) Tailan of Hilo; seven grandchildren, numerous aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews and cousins. Arrangements by Dodo Mortuary. [Hawaii Tribune Herald, 6 Nov 2005]
Aipoalani, Jordan Manoa Dec. 8, 2005 Jordan Manoa Aipoalani, also known as "Ta" and "Jody," 56, of Honolulu, a Maluhia Long Term Care Health Center "Three Mauka" head nurse, died in the Queen's Medical Center. He was born in Honolulu. He is survived by brothers Joseph E.I., John R., Joy M., Jock K., Jan M., James P. and Joseph E. I. Aipoalani and Raymond L. Johnson; sister Juby "Doll" Miller; and caregiver Kelli Ann P.K. Miller. Services: 11:30 a.m. Thursday at Mililani Mortuary-Waipio, mauka chapel. Call after 9 a.m. Burial: 12:30 p.m. at Mililani Memorial Park. Casual attire. (Honolulu Star Bulletin, Dec 19, 2005)
Aisaka, Reginald Masuo July 27, 2005 Reginald Masuo "Reggie" Aisaka, 78, of Aiea, a retired Schofield Barracks electrician, died at home. He was born in Aiea. He is survived by wife Mildred K.; sons Steven K., Brian M., Bruce K. and Roger M.; brothers Francis, Ronald and Robert; sister Helene Tanaka; and five grandchildren. Services held. (Honolulu Star Bulletin, August 9, 2005)
Aiu, Edward "Kaipo" Kalani 78, of Hilo died July 21 at Hilo Medical Center. Born in Honolulu, he was a retired electrician, and member of the Keaukaha Golf Club and the Puhi Bay Ohana. Friends may call from 8-10:30 a.m. Friday at the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints' Hilo Stake Center, 1373 Kilauea Ave.; funeral service at 11 a.m., with burial to follow at Alae Cemetery. Casual attire. Survived by hanai sons, Robert (Millie) Shioji, Walter (Martha) Ahuna, and Wallace Ahuna, all of Hilo, and George (Eva) Ahuna of Coos Bay, Ore.; hanai daughters, Luella (Alvin) Aina and Wanda (Patrick) Cardines, both of Hilo, and numerous grandchildren, nieces and nephews. Arrangements by Dodo Mortuary. [HTH July 25, 2005]
Aiu, Mildred N. 76, of Honolulu, died July 5, 2005. Born in Honolulu. A homemaker. Survived by daughters, Janella, Charlene, Camille Aiu Weindl and Marilyn; five grandchildren; two great-grandchildren. Private service held. Arrangements by Hawaiian Memorial Park Mortuary. [Adv, July 19, 2005]
Aivao, Faatali Sagapolutele 85, of Kane'ohe, died Jan. 5, 2005. Born in Iliili, American Samoa. A homemaker. Survived by daughters, Oliana Eseroma and Anna Mauga; sons, Chief Anthony, Leloa, Atalili, Vaiula, Lue and Tika Sagapolutele; brothers, Tuputala, Lue and Tavui Sagapolutele; 62 grandchildren; 45 great-grandchildren; one great-great-grandchild. Visitation 4 p.m. Sunday at Blessed Sacrament Church; service 6 p.m. Visitation also 8 a.m. Monday at the church; Mass 9 a.m.; burial 11 a.m. at Hawaiian Memorial Park. Arrangements by Moanalua Mortuary. [Adv, Jan 13, 2005]
Aiwohi, Priscilla of Waipahu, died Feb. 26, 2005. Born in Kekaha, she was a retired medical claims processor. She is survive d by husband, Butch; son, Eric; daughter, Jodie Aiwohi-Dudoit and Danielle; mother, Evelyn Charman; brothers, Calvin and Conrad Charman; sister, Camille Gouldberg; two grandchildren. There will be no service. [KGIN, Mar 10, 2005]
Ajifu, Harold Genyei 85, of Pearl City, died April 12, 2005. Born in Ha'iku, Maui. A maintenance shop supervisor for Department of Defense. Survived by wife, Doris; son, Ronald; daughter, Joyce Dauby; two grandchildren; a great-granddaughter, brothers, Kenneth and Tatsuo; sisters, Fumiko Kawaguchi and Vivian Miyasato. Visitation 4 p.m. Sunday at Borthwick Mortuary; service 6 p.m. Private burial at Hawaiian Memorial Park. Casual attire. [Adv, Apr 22, 2005]
Ajifu, Michael Takeo Oct. 1, 2005 Michael Takeo Ajifu, 76, of Waipahu, a Pearl Harbor Naval Shipyard machinist and Army veteran, died in Waipahu. He was born in Lahaina. He is survived by wife Yuriko; sons Miles and Wesley; daughter Colleen Furumoto; brothers Hideo and Roy; sisters Janice Ajifu, Kathleen Tanaka and Karen Oshiro; and two grandchildren. Services: 11 a.m. Saturday at Hawaiian Memorial Park. Aloha attire. (Star Bulletin, 9 Oct 2005)
Ajifu, Patsy Masako 84, of Honolulu, died May 12, 2005. Born in Peahi, Maui. A homemaker. Survived by husband, Kenneth; sons, Rodney and Earl; daughter, Sharon Yamamoto; grandsons, Reese Ajifu and Ryan Yamamoto; brother, Masao Shiroma. Visitation 11 a.m. Sunday at Hosoi Garden Mortuary; Service noon. No flowers. Aloha attire. [Adv, May 16, 2005]
Ajifu, Shannon who worked as an educator in Hawaii’s public schools for 36 years before becoming a member of the state Board of Education, died today June 23, 2005 at The Queen’s Medical Center. “We are deeply, deeply saddened by Shannon’s passing, board chairman Breene Harimoto said. Ajifu was in her second term after being first elected to the board as an Oahu at-large member in 1998. She was with the Department of Education for 36 years, serving as a teacher, counselor, vice principal and principal. “Having ’walked the walk,’ Shannon was aware of the realm of possibilities in improving public education and understood the challenges and experiences of educators in raising student achievement,” said Herbert Watanabe, the board’s second vice chairman. Ajifu was a graduate of St. Francis School and the University of Hawaii. She earned her masters in education degree from New York University. She is survived by her husband, Shoyei Ajifu, son Lee Ajifu and daughter Beth Yos. [SB, June 23, 2005]
Ajimine, Robert "Nobu" Yoshinobu 85, of Kailua, died June 28, 2005. Born in Hilo, Hawai'i. Retired inspector with O.I.C.C. for the U.S. Navy. Survived by wife, Kay; sons, Robert Jr. and Carl; daughters, Barbara "Bobbie" Cummings, Laura and Donna; three grandchildren; brother, George; sisters, Florence Miyashiro and Gladys Spiess. Service 6 p.m. Thursday at Hosoi Garden Mortuary. No flowers. Casual attire. [Adv, July 1, 2005]
Aka, Kealohanui Mabel Tausala Sept. 6, 2005 Kealohanui Mabel Tausala Aka, 80, of Waianae, a Hawaiian-studies kapuna at Waipahu Elementary School, died at home. She was born in Honolulu. She is survived by daughters Marshael A. Mole, Marcia A. Momoa, Bridget L.T. Nichols and Joyce K. Aka; brothers Charles Kaopua and Samuel Pomaikai; sisters Mamaka K. Lee and Loretta I. White; 13 grandchildren; 20 great-grandchildren; and a great-great-grandchild. Services: 6:30 p.m. Monday at Mililani Mortuary-Waipio, mauka chapel. Call after 5 p.m. Aloha attire. No flowers. (Star Bulletin, 16 Sep 05)
Akaka, Antoinette P. Akana Sept. 25, 2005 Antoinette P. Akana "Toni" Akaka, 84, of Kihei, Maui, died at home. She was born in Honolulu. She is survived by son Oli, daughter Lou Ann A. Garcia, hanai daughter Blossom Sullivan, sister Victoria Kaai, 11 grandchildren and 28 great-grandchildren. Wake services: 9 a.m. to noon Monday at Borthwick Norman's Mortuary. Graveside services: 12:30 p.m. at Maui Memorial Park. Burial to follow. Aloha attire. No flowers. (Star Bulletin, 1 Oct 2005)
Akaka, Antoinette P. Akana Sept. 25, 2005 Antoinette P. Akana Akaka, 84, of Kihei, Maui died. Survived by daughter, Lou Ann Akana Garcia, Blossom Sullivan; son Oli; sister Victoria Kaai; 11 grandchildren; 28 great grandchildren. Visitation 9 am Monday at Borthwick Norman’s Mortuary; graveside service 12:30 pm at Maui Memorial Park; burial to follow. Aloha attire. No flowers. (Honolulu Advertiser, September 30, 2005)
Akamine, Sam Tsuyoshi Aug. 18, 2005 Sam Tsuyoshi Akamine, 50, of Aiea, a Pearl Harbor Naval Shipyard Shop 26 welder, died in Honolulu. He was born in Naha, Okinawa. He is survived by wife Connie, son Keldon, daughter Kimberly, Brothers Mike and Steve, and Sisters Lynn Oshiro and Nobuko Tanaka. Services: 5 p.m. Tuesday at Mililani Mortuary-Waipio, mauka chapel. Call after 4:30 p.m. Casual attire. No flowers. (Honolulu Star Bulletin, August 27, 2005)
Akamine, Shizue 83, of Pearl City, died July 23, 2005. Born in Nago, Okinawa. A member of Nago Chojinkai Club. Survived by sons, Michael, Steve and Sam; daughters, Lynn Oshiro and Nobuko Tanaka; brothers, Choken, Chotoku and Choei Sakiyama; sisters, Fumi Inamine, Yaeko Moromizato, Yoshiko Sakiyama and Katsuko Une; 13 grandchildren; five great-grandchildren. Visitation 10:30 a.m. Sunday at Mililani Mortuary Mauka Chapel; service 11:30 a.m. No flowers. Casual attire. [Adv, August 4, 2005]
Akamine, Shizue July 23, 2005 Shizue Akamine, 83, of Pearl City died in the Convalescent Center of Honolulu. She was born in Nago, Okinawa. She is survived by sons Michael, Steve and Sam; daughters Lynn Oshiro and Nobuko Tanaka; brothers Choken, Chotoku and Choei Sakiyama; sisters Fumi Inamine, Yaeko Moromizato, Yoshiko Sakiyama and Katsuko Une; 13 grandchildren; and five great-grandchildren. Services: 11:30 a.m. Sunday at Mililani Mortuary-Waipio, mauka chapel. Call after 10:30 a.m. Casual attire. No flowers. (Honolulu Star Bulletin, August 4, 2005)
Akamu, Calvin Kui Fah Dec. 18, 2005 Calvin Kui Fah "Cal" Akamu, 50, of Aiea died in the Queen's Medical Center. He was born in Honolulu. He is survived by wife Loreena "Lori"; sons Clinton and Calvin "Ah Fah"; daughters Bernice Shaver and Tanya and Annette Akamu; father Ah Fah; brother Daniel; sisters Beatrice "Kamila" Anderson, Pauline Walton and Sharon Akamu; and 11 grandchildren. Services: noon Tuesday at Mililani Mortuary-Waipio, makai chapel. Call after 10 a.m. Burial: 12:30 p.m. at Mililani Memorial Park. Casual attire. (Honolulu Star Bulletin, Dec 23, 2005)
Akamu, Eugene Sept. 4, 2005 Eugene Akamu, 89, of Honolulu, a retired Hawaiian Tel employee, died in the Queen's Medical Center. He was born in Naalehu, Hawaii. He is survived by wife Charlotte, son Wayne, daughters Charlene Cohen and Pamela Olivas, sister Florence Ing, and three grandchildren. Services: 9 a.m. Saturday at Kaimuki Christian Church. Inurnment: 10:30 a.m. at Diamond Head Memorial Park. (Star Bulletin, 12 Sep 05)
Akana, Chapi of ‘Ele‘ele died March 22, 2005, at Queen's Hospital at the age of 26. Born Sept. 28, 1978, in Lihu‘e, he was a food expediter. He is survived by his daughter: Caira Akana of ‘Ele‘ele; parents: Kaipo and Debbie Akana of ‘Ele‘ele; sister: Chimes Akana of Lawa‘i; stepbrothers: Cy and Kimo. Friends may visit with the family from 2 p.m. to 2:40 p.m. on Saturday, April 9, at Lawa‘i Seventh Day Adventist Church, where service will be at 2:45 p.m. The family suggests casual attire and asks that flowers be omitted. [KGIN, Apr 3, 2005]
Akana, Gladys Roseline Freitas Born to Manuel & Cecilia Ginden (deceased) on October 7, 1933, Gladys Roseline Freitas Akana passed away after a courageous battle with cancer. A graduate of Farrington High School class of '51. A longtime resident of Kailua, who worked as a hair dresser for 28 years at Kailua Salon. Formerly married to the late Lawrence Freitas for 49 years. She was lucky enough to find love a second time around and married William (AK) Akana with whom she was able to travel, sing and dance. She enjoyed the last years of her life with AK. In addition to her husband AK, she is survived by her children Laurieann (Patrick) Ishikawa, Arlene (Miles) Hasegawa, Stacey (Robert) Ruiz. Her grandchildren, Christopher (Michelle) Hasegawa, Rian (Malia) Ishikawa, Cory (Tara) Hasegawa, Randi (JD) Aweau. Her great-grandchildren, Logan Aweau, Jordan and Aliah Hasegawa and Sydney Ishikawa. Her sister, Lorraine Salrin, brothers, Dennis (Nancy) Ginden & Eugene (Vicky) Gould. Stepchildren Sandra (Norman) Lau, Susan (John) Fishburn, Joanne (Stanley) Griep. Nieces, nephews, cousins, and numerous friends. Burial Tuesday, June 28, 2005, 10 am at Hawaiian Memorial Park. [Adv, June 25, 2005]
Akana, Henry Wilfred Sr. Henry Wilfred Akana Sr., 88, of Kohala, Hawaii, a retired Kohala Sugar welder, died at Leahi Hospital. He was born in Niulii, Hawaii. He is survived by son Henry "Hank" Jr.; daughters Joyce Yamamoto and Olivia "Moana" and Phyllis Teramoto; brothers Gervin and Ronald; sisters Ruth Zane; 19 grandchildren; 30 great-grandchildren; and 15 great-great- grandchildren. Services: 10 a.m. Thursday at Nuuanu Memorial Park and Mortuary. Call after 8:30 a.m. Mass: 10 a.m. Saturday at Sacred Heart Catholic Church. Call after 8:30 a.m. Burial: 11 a.m. at Halawa Catholic Cemetery. Aloha attire. (Honolulu Star Bulletin, January 2, 2006)
Akana Sr., Lincoln Kaihalulu 89, of Kailua-Kona died March 3 at Kona Community Hospital. Born in Kailua-Kona, he was a retired airport supervisor for the state of Hawaii, member of Kealaokamalamalama Congregational Church. Friends may call 9-10 a.m. Saturday at the Hale Hoomalu Pavilion in Kailua-Kona; service at 10 a.m. Interment of urn at the Kealaokamalamalama Congregational Church cemetery. Casual attire. Survived by sons, Lincoln (Linda) Akana Jr. of Kailua-Kona, Edwin (Karen) Akana of Kealakekua; brothers, Benjamin "Ben" (Harriett) Akana and Joshua (Gladys) Akana of Honolulu; two grandchildren, numerous nieces and nephews. Arrangements by West Hawaii Mortuary. [HTH, Mar 9, 2005]
Akana, Raphol Kim Oct. 24, 2005 Raphol Kim Akana, 57, of Waianae, a city maintenance worker, died in Waianae Coast Comprehensive Health Center. He was born in Honolulu. He is survived by brothers Chester, Francis, Randall, Milton and Wayne; and sisters Catherine Oclit, Janice Cullen, Barbara Moniz and Frances. Services: 1 p.m. Saturday at Oahu Cemetery, 2162 Nuuanu Ave. Call after 12:30 p.m. Cremation to follow. Aloha attire. No flowers. [Honolulu Star Bulletin, 6 Nov 2005]
Akao, Frank Palakiko Sr. Dec. 29, 2005 Frank Palakiko Akao Sr., 61, of Kailua-Kona, a Keauhou Beach Hotel food and beverage manager, King Kamehameha Kona Beach Hotel employee, West Hawaii Today newspaper deliverer and independent contractor, died in Kona Community Hospital. He was born in Kohala, Hawaii. He is survived by wife Dorene, mother Elizabeth, son Frank P. Jr., daughter Iris, brother Philip, sisters Elizabeth Waiau and Clara Graciidis, three grandchildren and a great-grandchild. Mass: 10 a.m. next Saturday at St. Michael's Church. Call after 8 a.m. A luncheon will follow in the church hall. Casual attire. (Honolulu Star Bulletin, January 7, 2006)
Akashi, Sooyang 70, of Waipahu, died March 24, 2005. Born in Korea. Member of Resurrection of the Lord Church. Survived by daughter, Lynn. Private service held. Arrangements by Mililani Mortuary. [Adv, Apr 11, 2005]
Akau, Agnes Kealohaokalani Kamakawiwoole O Kamehameha Akahi 76, of Honolulu, died on March 25, 2005, at Palolo Chinese Home and is now at rest with akua. Born January 26, 1929, in Paauhau Mauka, Hawaii, and graduated from Farrington High School (1947). She enjoyed spending time with her Ohana and traveling to the mainland. She was fond of playing the piano and devoted to the arts of family enrichment. She is preceded in death by parents Reynolds and Millie Kamakawiwoole O Kamehameha Akahi Sr., daughter Miriam and son Richard. Agnes is survived by husband of 55 years Samuel K. Akau Jr., sons Randall, Ronald (Laurie), and Roddy, sister Gwendellyn Yamamoto and brothers Abraham and Reynolds Kamakawiwoole O Kamehameha Akahi, 11 grand children, 12 great grand children and many nieces and nephews. Visitation will be held at Hosoi Garden Mortuary on Sunday, April 10, 2005, at 1 PM and Service at 2 PM. Royal ceremonial protocol will be observed and the family requests Aloha attire. [Adv, Apr 6, 2005]
Akau, Alexander Alika 63, of Waianae, died April 27 at Queen's Medical Center. Born Nov. 26, 1941 in Kawaihae, he was a retired Army sergeant. Friends may call 9 a.m. Saturday, May 21, at Hapuna Beach Park Pavilion for an 11 a.m. service. Family requests casual attire be worn. He is survived by wife, Judy Akau of Waianae; sons, Gary (Bernie) Akau of Waikoloa, Danny Akau, Ernest Akau, Jensen Akau, all of Waianae; hanai son, Harris Hopfe of Waianae; daughters, Coni (George) Kalikane, Precious Akau, both of Waianae, Wendy Akau of Waikoloa; hanai daughters, Mildred (Carter) Carvalho of Waimea, Starlight Wilkerson of Waianae; sisters, Rosie Gambill, Agnes (Paul) Schukert, both of Waimea, Mary (Per) Ganancial of Kawaihae, Yoletta Boucher; brother-in-law, Louis Tavares of Kawaihae; sister-in-law, Leo Akau of Kona; 15 grandchildren, 12 hanai grandchildren; numerous nieces and nephews. [WHT, May 12, 2005]
Akau, Edward "Bubz" Jonathan 45, of Waimanalo, died Jan. 12, 2005. Born in Honolulu. Gomes Bus Co. school bus driver. Survived by wife, Rachael; sons, Edward "Honey Boy," Leonard "Fat Boy," and Isaiah "Zaiah"; daughters, Rachael "Lahela" and Lucrecia "Nani"; three grandchildren. Visitation 6 to 7 p.m. Friday at Mililani Downtown Mortuary; service 7 p.m. Visitation also 10 a.m. Saturday at the mortuary; service 11 a.m. Cremation to follow. Casual attire. [Adv, Jan 25, 2005]
Akau, James Pohaku Sept. 28, 2005 James Pohaku Akau, 90, of Waianae, a retired Long Beach Naval Shipyard and Pearl Harbor Naval Shipyard machinist, died in St. Francis-West Hospice. He was born in Honolulu. He is survived by sons Gordon and Wesley; daughters Beatrice Hew Len and Geraldine Lum; brothers Raymond and Norman; sisters Dora Martinez, Elizabeth Griffin and Ethel Kahili; 12 grandchildren; 17 great-grandchildren; and two great-great-grandchildren. Services: 7 p.m. Friday at Borthwick Mortuary. Call after 6 p.m. Additional services: noon Saturday at the mortuary. Call after 10 a.m. Burial: 3 p.m. at Hawaiian Memorial Park. Aloha attire. (Star Bulletin, 4 Oct 2005)
Ake, Eric K.V. 31, of La'ie, died May 31, 2005. Born in Honolulu. Survived by father, Pepe; brothers, Jared and Elvin; sisters, Chanel and Marisha. Visitation 5:30 p.m. Wednesday at Borthwick Mortuary; service 7:30 p.m. Visitation also 9 a.m. Thursday at The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, La'ie First Ward, North Stake Chapel; service 11 a.m.; burial 1 p.m. at La'ie Cemetery. Aloha attire for Thursday service. [Adv June 5, 2005]
Akee, Nathan Choy Aug. 14, 2004 Nathan Choy Akee, 46, of Kaneohe, a painter, died in Castle Medical Center. He was born in Okinawa. He is survived by mother Kiyoko and sister Elayne Cho. Committal services: 11 a.m. Tuesday at the Hawaii State Veterans Cemetery. (Honolulu Star Bulletin, August 21, 2005)
Aki Jr., Awo also known as Gregory Awo Aki, 84, of Honolulu died Feb. 6 in Honolulu. Born in Puueo, he was retired from the U.S. Army and a federal supply clerk. Friends may call 10 a.m. Thursday at Haili Church for services; burial at Hawaii Veterans Cemetery No. 2. Survived by sons, Barry Aki of Las Vegas, James Aki of Florida, Michael Aki of Honolulu; daughters, Aileen Adams of Florida, Winifred Tamaye of Hilo, Ellen Aki of Honolulu; sister, Skippy Uluwehi Gheesling of Waipahu, Oahu; brothers, David "Harpo" Anakalea of Honolulu, Henry (Oinah) Anakalea of Hilo; eight grandchildren, 11 great-grandchildren. [HTH, Feb 15, 2005]
Aki, Christopher Michael Age 57, passed away in his sleep on Friday, February 25th at home. He was battling several heart conditions, but he died peacefully and among his family. He lived with his brother, Steven, sister-in-law, Arlette, and mom, Jane L., and enjoyed taking care of his new grand-nephew Kainalu. Dad was born on April 2, 1947, in Honolulu, and spent some of his childhood being raised by his grandmother and aunties on Kauai. He returned to his family in Honolulu and settled in Papakolea, which was home to him until the end. He attended Roosevelt High School, graduating in 1965. He married his high school sweetheart, Lorene Kamaunu, and together they raised their daughter, Lori Lynne Mahinalani, in Kaneohe. He was a loving and loyal father and husband. Dad started at Worldwide Moving and Storage in 1971, and worked as a mover, warehouseman, and estimator, ending his career on November 2004. In 1993, Lorene and Chris opened their hearts and welcomed their hanai son, Kawika Aki-Vick, into the family. After 30 years of marriage, Christopher and Lorene separated and divorced, but maintained a close friendship. Dad loved doing things with his mom and 8 brothers and sisters, and many cousins, nieces and nephews. Over the years there have been weekly poker and scrabble games, volleyball matches on Sunday afternoons, camping weekends, celebrations, and no-reason get-togethers. He would include new and old friends among his family circle, and he extended a quiet aloha to all. It mattered little to Dad whether a friend kept in touch daily, weekly, or yearly, he was a friend for life. All family and friends are welcome to celebrate his life on Thursday March 3, 2005 at Nuuanu Memorial Mortuary. Visitation from 6-9 pm; services begin at 7pm. [Adv, Mar 2, 2005]
Akimoto, Koki Dec. 30, 2005 Koki Akimoto, 91, of Honolulu, a public accountant, died in Straub Clinic & Hospital. He was born in Lihue. He is survived by wife Nancy, sons Paul and Daniel, daughter Joy, brother, Takashi, sister Toshiko Tokita and a grandchild. Private services. (Honolulu Star Bulletin, January 10, 2006)
Akina, Donald A. Dec. 26, 2005 Donald A. Akina, 67, of Kihei, a plumber, died in Maui Memorial Medical Center. He was born in Kihei. He is survived by wife Marie Ann Palazzolo-Akina; son Donald; daughter Tammy Dancil; brother, Douglas; sisters Millie Wietecha, Peggy Hamili, Cleria Gomez and Etheleen Coleman; and four grandchildren. Services: 7 p.m. Tuesday at St. Theresa Church. Call after 6 p.m. Mass: noon Wednesday at the church. Call after 11 a.m. Burial to follow at Maui Memorial Park. Aloha attire. (Honolulu Star Bulletin, Dec 31, 2005)
Akina, Helen Margaret 66, of Kihei, died July 14, 2005, at Maui Memorial Medical Center. Private family services will be held. Ballard Family Mortuary is assisting with the arrangements. Ms. Akina was born July 15, 1938, in Montreal. She was a homemaker. She is survived by three children, Kimo K. Akina, Puanani (Keith) Etcheverry and Noelani K. (Mark) Akina-Potter; two stepsons, John Napali Akina III and Keala Vernon Akina; a brother, George Thibaudeau; and 10 grandchildren and one great-grandchild. [MN, July 17, 2005]
Akinaka, Misako Miyoshi Dec. 8, 2005 Misako Miyoshi Akinaka, 92, of Honolulu, a retired Akinaka & Associates Ltd. treasurer and a homemaker, died in Kuakini Geriatric Care Inc. She was born in Lahaina. She is survived by sons Asa M. and Robert Y., sisters Yayoko Inaba and Clara Ichiyama, and three grandchildren. Private services. (Honolulu Star Bulletin, January 3, 2006)
Akine, Albert "Al" Tsugio 67, of Hilo died July 4 at Hilo Medical Center. Born in Hilo, he was retired from Hawaii Electric Light Co., a U.S. Air Force veteran and a member of the Duffer Golf Club. Friends may call 10-11 a.m. Monday at Dodo Mortuary Chapel; memorial service at 11 a.m. Inurnment to follow at 1 p.m. at Hawaii Veterans Cemetery No. 2. Casual attire, no flowers. Survived by wife, Diane Akine of Hilo; son, Clint Akine of Hilo; daughter, Terri Lynn Akine of Hilo; brothers, Kenneth (Betty) Akine of Hilo, Alan Akine of San Francisco; sister, Alice (Rodney) Takahashi of Kapaa, Kauai; brothers-in-law, Wallace (Carol) Ishii and Roy Ishii of Honolulu; sister-in-law, Katherine Ishihara of Honolulu; numerous nieces and nephews. Arrangements by Dodo Mortuary. [HTH, July 7, 2005]
Akiona, Arthur Imaikalani Oct. 1, 2005 Arthur Imaikalani Akiona, 55, of Kaaawa, a retired Honolulu firefighter, died in the Queen's Medical Center. He was born in Honolulu. He is survived by wife Michelle "Miki," sons Kala and Malu, father Albert Sr., mother Minnie K., brother Albert L. Jr., sisters Lucy K. Finnegan and Kathleen P. Magdaro, and a grandchild. Services: 11 a.m. Saturday at Hope Chapel in Kaneohe. Call after 9 a.m. Burial: 2 p.m. at Valley of the Temples. Casual attire. Additional information for an obituary printed Sunday. (Star Bulletin, 18 Oct 2005)
Akiona, Betty Ann K. Sept. 4, 2005 Betty Ann K. Akiona, 72, of Kapolei died in St. Francis-West Medical Center. She was born in Honolulu. She is survived by sons Valentine, Jeremiah and John Ramos; daughters Maryann Lopes, Rosina Pauole and Valorie Galdeira; hanai brothers John and Melvin Manley, Dwayn Keawekani, Danny, Robert and Jimmey Goodwin; 37 grandchildren; and 64 great-grandchildren. Services: 10:30 a.m. Thursday at Borthwick Mortuary. Call after 9 a.m. Cremation to follow. No flowers. Casual attire. (Star Bulletin, 12 Sep 05)
Akiona, Deborah ("Mom", "Granny", "Aunty Nena") Mikala age 76, passed away on Saturday, January 29, 2005 at her Waimanalo home. She was born on December 29, 1928 to George and Caroline M ka ip in Honolulu, Hawai i. A 1947 graduate of Kaimuki High School and Dietz Business College, she enjoyed traveling, playing word games, and was the 1980 Hawaii Boggle Champion. A devoted wife, mother, grand and great grandmother, sister, aunt and friend, she is survived by her husband, retired HFD Rescue Capt., Peter Akiona Jr.; 7 children, Byron, Rowen, Aaron, Kevin, Adryn, Peter III, and Debbi; 23 grandchildren; 2 great-grandchildren; and siblings, Elizabeth (Kalale), Annie, George Jr. (Sonny), David (Lani), and Beatrice (Leilani); nieces; nephews; & friends. Her ever-present smile and warmth will be missed by all. Burial in the Hawaii State Veterans Cemetery. [Adv, Feb 6, 2005]
Akiona, Haroldine Dec. 23, 2005 Haroldine Akiona, 62, of Hilo, a retired Kaumana Elementary School teacher, died in Hilo Medical Center. She was born in Honolulu. She is survived by mother Fusae "Peggy" and sister, Sandra Asato. Services: 11 a.m. Thursday at Haili Congregational Church. Call after 10 a.m. Scattering of ashes to follow. Casual attire. (Honolulu Star Bulletin, Dec 27, 2005)
Akiona, Lawrence "Pops" 84, of Honolulu, died June 14, 2005. Born in Honolulu. A stevedore. Survived by sister, Annie Hew; extended 'ohana, Leonard and Sheila Chung; nieces and nephews; grandnieces; grandnephews; great-grandnieces; and great-grandnephews. Visitation 9:30 a.m. to 1:15 p.m. Thursday at Hawaiian Memorial Park Mortuary; burial 2 p.m. at Hawai'i State Veterans Cemetery. No flowers. Aloha attire. Donations to Lunalilo Home. [Adv, June 25, 2005]
Akisada, Jane Ishikawa 77, of Honolulu, died Jan. 7, 2005. Born in Honolulu. Retired from Equifax Inc. Survived by husband, Mark; sons, Bryant and Marshall; brothers, Frank and Robert Ishikawa; two grandchildren. Private service held. Arrangements by Diamond Head Mortuary. [Adv, Jan 19, 2005]
Akita-Hirao, Margaret Fujiko Sept. 21, 2005 Margaret Fujiko Akita-Hirao, 94, of Honolulu, a retired St. Andrew's Priory School for Girls cafeteria manager, died in St. Francis-Puiwa Hospice. She was born in Honokaa, Hawaii. She is survived by daughter Kathleen A. Mitsuda, sisters Nancy Taketa and Jean Hayashi, and three grandchildren. Services: 2 p.m. Sunday at Hosoi Garden Mortuary. Call after 1 p.m. Cremation to follow. Casual attire. (Star Bulletin, 5 Oct 2005)
Akiu, Bernice 79, of Huelo, died Feb. 20, 2005, at Maui Memorial Medical Center. A wake will be start at 9 a.m. Saturday at Borthwick Norman’s Mortuary, followed by burial at noon at Maui Veterans Cemetery. Mrs. Akiu was born March 2, 1925, in San Francisco. She was a factory worker. She is survived by a daughter, Callie Dennison, two grandchildren and seven great-grandchildren. [MN, Mar 1, 2005]
Akiu, Elizabeth Kalani Oct. 30, 2005 Elizabeth Kalani Akiu, 65, of Honolulu, a Catholic Charities outreach worker, died in Honolulu. She was born in Honolulu. She is survived by son Christopher K., sisters Geraldine Book and Pearl Akiu, and a grandchild. Private services. Donation information was inadvertently included in an obituary published Thursday. [Honolulu Star Bulletin, 12 Nov 2005]
Akiyama, Jack "Jackie" 59, of San Diego, and formerly of Maui, died Jan. 15, 2005, in San Diego. A service will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday at Lahaina United Methodist Church. Nakamura Mortuary is assisting with the arrangements. Mr. Akiyama was born May 24, 1945, in Hawaii. He was a retired Navy chief petty officer with 22 years of military service. He is survived by three daughters, Lisa Akiyama, Janel Brock and Gail Casaba; two brothers, Clifton Akiyama and Dean Akiyama; a sister, Linda Akiyama; and one grandchild. [MN, Feb 23, 2005]
Akiyama, Margaret Kahana Sept. 5, 2005 Margaret Kahana Akiyama, 74, of Kapaa, Kauai, a Big Save Inc. food preparer, died at home. She was born in Honolulu. She is survived by son Junior Ato; daughters Pacita Nerla, Carmen Saiki, Minda Hada and Jovita Lagoc; brothers Johnny, Clarence and Victor MokePuha; sisters Ella Wright, Marie Warner, Mercy Yong and Pua Stone; 18 grandchildren; and four great-grandchildren. Services: 10 a.m. Oct. 22 at Lydgate Park. Scattering of ashes to follow. Aloha attire. No flowers. (Star Bulletin, 22 Sep 05)
Akiyoshi, Ernest Koichi 78, of Murrieta, Calif., died Jan. 6, 2005. Born in Honolulu, Retired certified public accountant for the federal government. Survived by wife, Mavis; son, Andrew; daughters, Cynthia Della-Rovere and Naomi Fay; brothers, George and Rudolph; sister, Louise Tar; seven grandchildren. Service held in Murrieta. Arrangements by Stout Family Funeral Home, Temecula, Calif. [Adv, Jan 21, 2005]
Ako, Hattie Kalani 80, of Waipahu, Oahu, and formerly of Maui, died April 22, 2005, at Kuakini Medical Center in Honolulu. Visitation will begin at 9 a.m. Sunday at Borthwick Mortuary on Oahu, with a service at 10:30 a.m. A private burial will be held on Maui. Mrs. Ako was born Oct. 19, 1924, on Maui. She was an apartment manager. She is survived by two sons, Roland Ako and Samuel Ako; and 11 grandchildren and 12 great-grandchildren. [MN, Apr 26, 2005]
Akoi Sr., Robert Oct. 10, 2005 Robert Akoi Sr., 79, of Hilo, a merchant marine, U.S. Coast Guard veteran and Hilo Electric Light Co. Production Department shift supervisor, died at home. He was born in Hilo. He is survived by wife Rhea; sons Jay W. and Robert Jr.; daughters Bobbilyn K., Raynette K. Francon and Judith L. Adolpho; 17 grandchildren; and 10 great-grandchildren. Services: 7 p.m. tomorrow at Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, Hilo Stake Center. Call after 4 p.m. (Star Bulletin, 20 Oct 2005)
Akona, Ku'ulei July 21, 2005 Ku'ulei Akona, 90, of Honolulu, a retired Dr. Douglas Bell II licensed practical nurse, died in Honolulu. She was born in Puako, Hawaii. She is survived by brother Nip T. and sister Amoy Rickard. Services: noon Wednesday at Hawaiian Memorial Park. Call after 10:30 a.m. Inurnment: 1 p.m. at the cemetery. (Honolulu Star Bulletin, August 11, 2005)
Akui, Ruth Keaweawelani Nov. 29, 2005 Ruth Keaweawelani "Aunty Lani" Akui, 87, of Hilo, a Dr. Walter S.L. Loo medical assistant, died in Maui Memorial Medical Center. She was born in Hilo. She is survived by hanai son Thomas Chang, hanai daughter Leona "Kululani" Rawlins, sister Audrey H. Chang, three grandchildren and eight great-grandchildren. Services: 10 a.m. Monday at Borthwick Hawaii Funeral Home in Hilo. Call after 9 a.m. Burial to follow at Homelani Cemetery. (Honolulu Star Bulletin, Dec 2, 2005)
Akuna, Linda 50, of Wailuku, died May 23, 2005, at Maui Memorial Medical Center. Visitation will be held from 6 to 9 p.m. Thursday at Ballard Family Mortuary. Visitation will continue at 9 a.m. Friday at the mortuary, with a service at 10:30 a.m. Burial will be held at 12:30 p.m. at Maui Memorial Park. A reception will follow at the funeral home. The family requests casual attire. Mrs. Akuna was born July 7, 1954, in the Philippines. She was the retired manager of Miyako Sushi. She is survived by her husband, Stuart K. Akuna Sr.; a son, Stuart Akuna Jr.; two daughters, Jenery Akuna and Kristy K. (Julio) Akuna; her mother, Julianna Suguitan; two brothers, Benny Suguitan and Nestor Suguitan; and a sister, Zenaida Andres. [MN, May 29, 2005]
Akwai, Clarence Abram 96, of Honolulu, died Feb. 19, 2005. Born in Honolulu. Retired financial planner. Survived by wife, Wan Sen; son, David; daughters, Petra and Mary; sisters, Helen and Frances Soon; two grandchildren. Graveside service 9:30 a.m. today at Nuuanu Memorial Park. No flowers. Casual attire. Arrangements by Nuuanu Memorial Park & Mortuary. [Adv, Mar 5, 2005]
Alaelua, Tali Tevita Dec. 27, 2005 Tali Tevita Alaelua, 53, of Honolulu died in Straub Clinic & Hospital. He was born in Western Samoa. He is survived by wife Eta; sons Billy, Val, Michael and Tevita; father Puipuia; brothers Lipoi, Faagutu, Miki, Semo and Mau; sisters Ailepata Tuata, Temukisa Pula and Velma; and 10 grandchildren. Services: 10:30 a.m. Saturday at Diamond Head Mortuary. Call after 9 a.m. Burial: 2 p.m. at Valley of the Temples. (Honolulu Star Bulletin, January 10, 2006)
Alailefaleula, Tuioleloto Atuatasi 74, of Wai'anae, died March 22, 2005. Born in Fagasa, American Samoa. Survived by daughters, Lagi Mauai, Felila Primus, Agatui Tiolu, Asenati Palaita, Saofaiga Faitau and Rose Saau; sons, Mulimuli and Muamua Agalevaa, and Malaki, John and Joshua; sisters, Mema and Pailagi Atuatasi, Fenumiai Ofoia and Tupulua Mauga; brothers, Muavae, Timoteo, Upu and Taulau Atuatasi; 45 grandchildren; 54 great-grandchildren; one great-great-grandson. Service 3 p.m. Sunday at Iesu Malamalama Church. Service also 9 a.m. Monday at the church; burial 11 a.m. at Sunset Memorial Park. Arrangements by Moanalua Mortuary. [Adv, Apr 13, 2005]
Alameda, Christine Oliviera Dec. 15, 2005 Christine Oliviera Alameda, 81, of Wahiawa, a retired U.S. Postal Service employee, died in the Queen's Medical Center. She was born in Waialua. She is survived by husband John P.; sons Robert S., John L. and Wayne D.; daughters Marie A. Kaaiawaawa and Hazel Moore; sister, Virginia Keao; 12 grandchildren; and five great-grandchildren. Services: noon Wednesday at Mililani Mortuary-Waipio, mauka chapel. Call after 10 a.m. Burial: 12:30 p.m. at Mililani Memorial Park. Casual attire. (Honolulu Star Bulletin, Dec 31, 2005)
Alameida, Harry Dec. 9, 2005 Harry Alameida, 90, of Waialua, a retired water pump engineer at Schofield Barracks, died in Wahiawa General Hospital. He was born in Waialua. He is survived by sons Roy, Jeffrey and Mark; daughter Juanita Sakamoto; brothers John, Alfred and Jacinto; sisters Elizabeth Perriera, Ida Correa, Sarah Kissinger, Violet Worley and Dorothy Hoizapfel; six grandchildren; and five great-grandchildren. Services: 11:30 a.m. Thursday at Mililani Mortuary-Waipio, makai chapel. Call after 9:30 a.m. Burial: 12:30 p.m. at Mililani Memorial Park. Casual attire. (Honolulu Star Bulletin, Dec 26, 2005)
Alamillo, Florence “Flora” Silva 84, of Wailuku, died July 22, 2005, at Hale Makua, Wailuku. Services will be held from 9:30 to 11:30 a.m. Thursday at Borthwick Norman’s Mortuary. Burial will follow at Maui Memorial Park. The family requests casual attire. Mrs. Alamillo was bo