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Milton Nohara
Sep. 28, 2026
Milton Nohara February 11, 1953 – September 28, 2026 Milton Nohara, 73, passed away peacefully on September 28, 2026, at Hospice Maui, surrounded by the love of his family. Born on February 11, 1953, in Lahaina, Maui, Milton was the son of the late Yutaka “Jack” Nohara and Tetsue “Beatrice”...
Jeanette Okuda
Sep. 13, 2026
Jeanette Emiko Itakura Okuda Jeanette Emiko Okuda (nee Itakura) peacefully passed away at her home in Kahului on September 13, 2026. She was born in Puunene, Maui on March 29, 1934 to Kenichi Abe Itakura and Fumiko (Anzai) Itakura. Jeanette graduated from Maui High School in 1951 and attended the...
Felicia Domingo Espiritu
Sep. 13, 2026
Felicia Domingo Espiritu, 82, of Kihei, HI, passed away on Sunday, September 13, 2026. Felicia was born on May 9, 1944, in Piddig, Ilocos Norte, Philippines, to Julio Domingo and Leonora Raquiza Domingo. She married Joseph Espiritu in 1964 after being introduced through mutual family members in...
Calvin Takashi Nishimura
Sep. 13, 2026
Calvin Takashi Nishimura, 75, of Wailuku, passed away peacefully on September 13, 2026. He was born on November 11, 1950. Calvin was a combat wounded veteran, and a loving and devoted father and grandfather. He deeply cherished spending time with his family. He was always eager to lend a helping...
James Naleieha
Sep. 13, 2026
James Kimo “Bobo” Naleieha Jr., a man whose life was shaped by the ocean, family, and community, passed away surrounded by love on September 13, 2026. Born with an adventurous spirit and a deep connection to Hawai‘i’s waters, he spent his days fishing, diving, and paddling — always happiest with...
Dominic Owen Kaina
Sep. 10, 2026
Dominic Owen Kaina, 57, of Wailuku, Maui, passed away on September 10, 2026. Born on October 25, 1968, he grew up in Lahaina at “Lahaina Pump.” and later on moved to Central Maui. A Celebration of Life and memorial services will take place on Sunday October 25, 2026 at Hale Nanea in Kahului from...
Chimako Tempo
Sep. 10, 2026
Chimako Takagi Tempo July 20, 1933 – September 9, 2026 Chimako Takagi Tempo, a beloved mother, grandmother, wife, sister, and devoted friend to many, passed away peacefully on September 9, 2026, at the age of 93. Born in Tokyo, Japan, on July 20, 1933, Chimako lived a life enriched by creativity,...
James Potratz
Sep. 02, 2026
James Richard Potratz passed away in the early morning of September 2, 2026 after 88 amazing years. He was a great provider whose storied career saw his family living in many amazing countries such as South Korea, Malaysia, Singapore, Thailand, Vietnam, and France. Through this gift of travel his...
Verna Haunani Plunkett
Aug. 31, 2026
Verna Haunani Plunkett died on August 31, 2026 at Maui Memorial Health Center. She was born on December 23, 1937, Puunene, Maui. She is pre-deceased by Husband: James Kimo Plunkett, son: George Edmund. Mother: Mary lhu Kekahuna Sudaria, brothers: Albert, Joseph, Alfred, George Kekahuna. Sisters:...
Clarita Cabato Masulit
Aug. 28, 2026
In Loving Memory of Clarita Cabato Masulit Clarita Cabato Masulit, 88, of Kihei, Hawaiʻi, peacefully passed away on August 28, 2026. Born on March 15, 1938, in Rosales, Pangasinan, Philippines, Clarita, my mom was a devoted mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister, and friend. My dad passed...
Donald Okuda
Aug. 25, 2026
Donald Fumio Okuda Donald Fumio Okuda passed away peacefully on August 25, 2026, at his home in Kahului, Maui. He was born on December 26, 1930, in Paia, Maui, to Juichiro and Chiyoko (Suzuki)Okuda. Donald graduated from Maui High School in 1949 and served in the US Army from 1951-1953, where he...
Fructuosa Tagay
Aug. 25, 2026
In Loving Memory of Fructuosa "Rose" Rapin Tagay January 22, 1933 – August 25, 2026 With heartfelt sadness we announce the passing of Fructuosa “Rose” Rapin Tagay, at her home in Kahului, at the age of 93. Born on January 22, 1933, in Sto Domingo Ilocos Sur, Philippines. In 1954 she met and...