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Karlyn Kanoelani Perry-Kaaloa, 66, of Hana, Maui, passed away May 3, 2014, at her home in Hana. Karlyn wished that everyone remember her in their own personal way. No formal services will be held. Karlyn was born Jan 3, 1948, on O’ahu. She dedicated her life to caring for her family and home. She...

Melvin Manabu Ooka, 86, of Pukalani, died May 1, 2014, at his home, under the care of Hospice Maui. Private services were held. Mr.Ooka was born Aug. 23, 1927, in Kahului, HI. He was the retired owner and operator of Ooka Sporting Goods Store in Wailuku. Melvin is survived by his wife, Reiko...

Nakamura Mortuary is assisting with arrangments

Yukie Takayama, 90, of Lahaina, died April 29, 2014, at Maui Memorial Medical Center. Private services were held. Mrs. Takayama was born May 11, 1923, in Wailuku, HI. She worked in the hotel industry as a launderer. She is survived by her sons, Kenneth (Nina) Takayama and Leonard (Laura)...

Esther Lehuanani Kekahuna, 52, of Waihee at Maui Memorial Medical Center in Wailuku. No services will be held. Ms. Kekahuna was born on Sep. 7, 1961 in Wailuku. She was a waitress. She is survived by her companion, John De Cambra, Sr., siblings, Bernadette Paleka of AK, Hannah Nakoa of GA, Althea...

Umukisia Taufoou, 81, of Kihei, died April 27, 2014, at home under hospice care. Visitation will be May 7, 10am, at LDS Kahului Stake Center, with services at 12noon. Burial will follow, 2pm, at Maui Memorial Park. Nakamura Mortuary is assisting with arrangements. Mrs. Taufoou was born Nov. 26,...