Geraldine Elizabeth Yannell's Obituary
Geraldine Elizabeth Yannell, 89, of Lahaina, passed away peacefully on September 14, 2016 at her home, under the care of Hospice Maui, surrounded by her loving family.
Services honoring Mrs. Yannell will be held on Monday, October 17, 2016 at Star of the Sea Catholic Church: 4470 Aliikoa St., Honolulu. A visitation will be held at 10:00am with memorial mass to begin at 11:00am. Mrs. Yannell will be laid to eternal rest with her late husband at the National Memorial of the Pacific (Punchbowl) at 1:00pm.
Geraldine was born on December 15, 1926 in Honolulu to Philo & Annie Silva. She was an excellent cook, an avid gardener, and a music lover. Geraldine loved to sing, dance and played the ukulele and piano. She will be remembered for her creativity, strong faith in the Lord, and ability to put a smile on anyone’s face.
Geraldine leaves behind to cherish her memory, son, John I. Yannell; daughters, Darlene Dela Cruz & Jule B. Sadang; 13 grandchildren, and 19 greatgrandchildren.
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