Gilbert Keliiaukai Awong's Obituary
Gilbert Keliiaukai Awong (aka “Unko Gil” or “Papa G”) was born September 14, 1964 in Honolulu, Hawaii to Gilmore K and Genevive Awong. He passed away on September 27th, 2023, in Wailuku, Hawaii. Gilbert is predeceased by his mother and brother, Genevive and Jason Awong. He is survived by his wife: Michelle (nee Bartolome) Awong; daughter: Tiane (Kaliko Mettao) Ponahakeone; son Holden (Amber Sistoza) Awong; grandchildren: Kaikoa and Kailea Awong; father: Gilmore K Awong; sisters Georgina (Ryan) Studebaker and Zondra (Ed) Kaleiohi-Awong; and brother: Paul (Damaina) Awong. Private celebrations of life will be held by the family. Special thanks toL Liberty Dialysis staff, Dr. Garcia and team, and Dr. Ellaby and team.”
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