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Dorothy Bell
May 18, 2024
Dorothy Jane Tom Bell, 89, of Waikapu, Maui passed peacefully on May 18, 2024, at Maui Memorial Medical Center surrounded by her loving family. She was born in Wailuku on October 1, 1934. Known affectionately as “Bam,” she and her beloved late husband Howard could always be found in attendance...
Samantha Kapuaokeala Comilang
May 17, 2024
Samantha Kapuaokeala Comilang – A dearly beloved other half, a strong courageous mother, daughter, sister, aunty, cousin, & friend, was called home on May 17th, 2024 – surrounded by her loving family. Samantha was born to Juno Comilang and Debra Comilang on June 13th, 1980, in Honolulu,...
Laurina Cacas Galapia
May 15, 2024
Laurina Cacas Galapia July 04, 1941-May 15, 2024 Laurina Galapia of Kahului, passed away peacefully at her home on May 15, 2024. Laurina was born & raised in Bacarra Ilocos Norte, Philippines. She was predeceased by her mother Feliciana and father Baldomero Galapia as well as her sisters...
Donald John Wolfson Jr
May 11, 2024
Donald John Wolfson Jr. was born in 1943 to Catherine (Boyer) and Donald Wolfson Sr. He was Raised in South Gate, California and graduated from South Gate High School in 1961. Don moved to Hawaii in 1970 to surf. He lived on the Hawaiian Islands of Oahu, Kaua’i, Molokai and Maui. He married Nani...
Sadae "Doris" Fujii
May 11, 2024
Sadae “Doris” Fujii, 93 May 2, 1931 - May 11, 2024 Sadae “Doris” Fujii, 93, passed away on May 11, 2024 in the comfort of her home. Doris, as she was known by many, was born in Lahaina, Maui and raised in the Māla Village area. She went to King Kamehameha III School and graduated from Lahainaluna...
Benjamin Akona Akima
May 10, 2024
Benjamin Akona Akima, a proud veteran of the U.S. Marine Corps. Born to the late Thomas Akima and Emma Holomalia on Sept. 04,1939. Ben is the 4th child of 7 children. He attended & graduated from Saint Anthony Catholic School. After graduating he enlisted in the U.S Marine Corps and served in...
Anita C. Cordero
May 09, 2024
We announce with heavy hearts the passing of Anita C. Cordero, who at the age of 63, was called to her eternal rest on May 9, 2024. Surrounded by her family, she departed this life at Queen’s Medical Center. Born on April 14, 1961, in Cuyapo, Nueva Ecija, Philippines, Anita lived a life...
Charles "Chuck" Cureton Jr.
May 09, 2024
Charles "Chuck" Cureton Jr. Passed the away in Maui Hawaii on May 9th 2024. He was 38 years old. Chuck was a loved son, brother, Uncle, cousin, nephew and friend. Chucks grandparents have passed and we know they were all waiting for him. Chuck was a loving father to his daughter Violet Leialoha...
Rosita Ramos Castillo
May 08, 2024
Mom was born December 16, 1944 in San Jose, Philippines. She came to Honolulu, Hawaii on December 9, 1972. She was married to 1st husband Paterno Punzalan Alforque but got a court decree granting absolute divorce on March 25, 1974. Mom married 2nd husband Escolastico Florentino Castillo on April...
Tyler James Rabanal Gonatice
May 05, 2024
Tyler James Rabanal Gonatice, a man of the islands and a friend to many, passed away recently. Born and raised on Maui, Tyler’s life was as vibrant and dynamic as the island he called home. An avid sportsman, Tyler could often be found on the basketball court, at the tennis nets, or on the golf...
Jonathan Dominick Lacio
May 04, 2024
Jonathan Dominick Lacio was born to John and Mavis Lacio on June 17, 1976, in Santa Rosa, California. He moved to Maui at the age of 10 in 1986 and grew up in Pukalani. Jonathan attended Pukalani Elementary, Kalama Intermediate and Maui High School. Throughout his life, Jonathan was known for...
Rev. Bertram David Williams Jr.
May 02, 2024
Rev. Bertram David Williams, age 90, passed away on May 2, 2024 at Kula Hospital, Maui, Hawaii. Dave was born September 5, 1933 in Osborne, Kansas to Bert and Dorothy Williams. He is survived by his children, Jeffrey C. Williams (Sue), K. Lynn Evans, Denise A. Freese (Paul), his brother Dick...