Esther Kazumi Hanzawa's Obituary
Esther Kazumi Hanzawa, 87, of Pukalani passed away peacefully on December 1, 2018 at Hale Makua-Wailuku. Esther was born on September 13, 1931 in Lahaina.
Esther is survived by her children: Glenn and Neil Hanzawa and Marsha (Vernon) Yamada as well as her pride and joy, her grandchildren-Kylie, Kyana-lei and Brody Yamada. She is also survived by her sisters: Ethel Yano, Miyoko Aoki, and Lillian Uehara.
Esther was predeceased by her husband, Donald Hanzawa, and siblings Takeo Aotaki, Akio Aotaki, Masao Aotaki, and Natsuko Kaya.
The family would like to thank the staff of Hale Makua-Wailuku for their attentive care as well as the staff at the Maui Adult Day Care and Hospice Maui.
Visitation over urn will be held on Thursday, December 27, 2018 at 4:00 p.m. at Nakamura Mortuary with service at 5:00 p.m. The family requests casual attire.
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