Edwin Ichiriu

Birth date: Apr 2, 1936 Death date: Jun 19, 2020

Edwin Ichiriu, 84 It is with great sadness that the Ichiriu Ohana announces the passing of Edwin Ichiriu on June 19, 2020. Edwin was born to George and Otone Ichiriu on April 2, 1936 in Puunene, Hawaii. Nakamura Mortuary will be a Read Obituary

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Edward Kashiwamura

272w ago

Dear Eunice, Lois and Sheri,
Grace and I just read last Sunday about your Dad's passing. It was about couples years ago he called me on visiting Molokai wanting to relive memories. However, he did not call me back. I took both your Dad and Richard Sakamoto, then principal of Molokai High and later McKinley High School fishing in my boat along Molokai's south shores.
I will always stay overnight at your home during some principals' meetings. Your Mom and Dad were always gracious. I think Sheri deserves my gratitude because I slept in her bedroom and she had to double-up with someone else.
I will always cherish memories of eating rice for breakfast which I never did and riding the family's Bronco (I had 4-wheel jeeps at home). The view of upcountry Maui from your home first thing in the morning just made the day for me. And the gravel based driveway was so "country". My affinity for Pukalani lies in my Father's roots in Hailemaile where and when daily life was rough. He ran away from home and hopped a barge to Honolulu when he was only seventeen.
I enjoyed your family dynamics with three girls. Since we did not have children the experiences were pleasant and educational. Thank you.
Finally, we leave with Molokai's characteristic phrases of "take care" yes "Aloha" and should you receive compliments - a humble "no mention" and sign-off sign of exaggerated forms of shaka.
With a Warm Molokai Aloha,
Ed & Grace Kashiwamura

Shirley Ann Fukumoto

272w ago

Please accept my sincerest condolences to your ohana for the loss of your dad and grandfather.

I’m saddened to learn of Ed’s passing. He was a stellar administrator who mentored me during my first year in the DOE as a school counselor. Kind and patient, he offered me warm guidance. The staff truly respected him and the Haiku School community thrived due to his strong leadership. I eventually became a school administrator too, and have appreciated my early experiences under his principalship. I am honored to have known him.

A donation will be made to Hospice Maui in his memory.

Shirley Ann Fukumoto, Kamuela, Hawaii

Wgpellegrino

273w ago

Aloha e Ichiriu `Ohana,

Sending our sympathy and prayers to you on the passing of your father and grandfather. May the many memories you share give you solace and comfort at this time.

Besides knowing about his many years of dedication to the DOE and also the wonderful family that he and your mother raised, I was aware of his deep interest in the natural resources of Maui. We appreciated the donation of his unique shell collection to the Maui Historical Society in recent years. Mahalo nui loa for his generosity.

A donation to Hospice Maui will be made in his memory.

Me ke aloha pumehana,

Wallette Garcia Pellegrino

Eunice Saito

274w ago

I am heartbroken over the news of Mr. Ichiriu's passing. My condolences to you and your families. He was my eighth grade teacher at Makawao Elementary School and a solid influence in my becoming a teacher as well. I wrote him a letter many years ago to thank him for this. In his role as administrator I'm sure he made a positive difference in the lives of many youngsters and adults on Maui. You can be proud of that legacy. May your dad and mom rest in eternal peace now that they are reunited. Take good care of each other.
This text from a commercial sympathy card is one I treasure and like to pass on: "May memories build bridges your heart can cross whenever you're feeling sad." With deepest sympathy, Eunice (Watanabe) Saito, Kamuela, HI.

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