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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,...
Telbi Jibaiur
Sep. 08, 2026
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Telbi Jibaiur, a beloved partner, parent, and friend, who departed this world on September 8, 2026, after a courageous battle with cancer. Born on April 5, 1987, in the picturesque Marshall Islands, Telbi's life was marked by an unyielding...
Justino Fernandez Tahilan
Sep. 07, 2026
Justino F. Tahilan March 10, 1930 - September 6, 2026 Kahului, HI Our dad, Justino F. Tahilan, passed away peacefully on September 6, 2026, at Queen's Medical Center - West O'ahu, surrounded by his children. He was 96 years old. Dad was born on March 10, 1930, in Badoc, Ilocos Norte, Philippines....
Richard Toshio Kaneshiro Sr.
Sep. 04, 2026
In Loving Memory of Richard Toshio Kaneshiro Sr. Richard Toshio Kaneshiro Sr. was born on April 1, 1943, in Wailuku, Maui, to the late James Kiyusei Kaneshiro, Pūʻunēnē, and Helen Chiyoko Uyesu Kaneshiro, Lāhainā. He attended Wailuku Elementary School, ʻĪao Intermediate School, and Baldwin High...
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...
Loretta Hoewaa
Aug. 26, 2026
Loretta Hoewaa Age: 89 August 26, 2026 E ola mau ko mau ke aloha. May your love live on forever. Loretta Hoewaa, age 89, of Maui, passed away peacefully surrounded by love. Born and raised in the beautiful valley of Kahakuloa, Loretta carried the strength, aloha, and aloha 'aina of her hometown...
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...
Roy Umeno
Aug. 22, 2026
In loving memory of Roy Tetsuji Umeno Roy Umeno passed away peacefully on August 22, 2026, at his home in Kula, Maui, surrounded by his loving family. He was 78 years old. Roy was born in Wailuku, Maui, to Robert and Flora Umeno. He grew up in Kula, working on the family farm as the eldest of...