We announce with heavy hearts the passing of Anita C. Cordero, who at the age of 63, was called to her eternal rest on May 9, 2024. Surrounded by her family, she departed this life at Queen’s Medical Center. Born on April 14, 1961, in Cuyapo, Nueva Ecija, Philippines, Anita lived a life...

Charles "Chuck" Cureton Jr. Passed the away in Maui Hawaii on May 9th 2024. He was 38 years old. Chuck was a loved son, brother, Uncle, cousin, nephew and friend. Chucks grandparents have passed and we know they were all waiting for him. Chuck was a loving father to his daughter Violet Leialoha...

Mom was born December 16, 1944 in San Jose, Philippines. She came to Honolulu, Hawaii on December 9, 1972. She was married to 1st husband Paterno Punzalan Alforque but got a court decree granting absolute divorce on March 25, 1974. Mom married 2nd husband Escolastico Florentino Castillo on April...

Tyler James Rabanal Gonatice, a man of the islands and a friend to many, passed away recently. Born and raised on Maui, Tyler’s life was as vibrant and dynamic as the island he called home. An avid sportsman, Tyler could often be found on the basketball court, at the tennis nets, or on the golf...

Jonathan Dominick Lacio was born to John and Mavis Lacio on June 17, 1976, in Santa Rosa, California. He moved to Maui at the age of 10 in 1986 and grew up in Pukalani. Jonathan attended Pukalani Elementary, Kalama Intermediate and Maui High School. Throughout his life, Jonathan was known for...

Rev. Bertram David Williams, age 90, passed away on May 2, 2024 at Kula Hospital, Maui, Hawaii. Dave was born September 5, 1933 in Osborne, Kansas to Bert and Dorothy Williams. He is survived by his children, Jeffrey C. Williams (Sue), K. Lynn Evans, Denise A. Freese (Paul), his brother Dick...

Norman Masato Kawamura, 82 of Lahaina, passed away peacefully on April 30, 2024 under hospice care at Hale Makua, Kahului. He was born on May 18, 1941, in Puukolii (Lahaina), and graduated from Lahainaluna High School. Norman was a retired stagger/operator for Pioneer Sugar Mill, and a Busser for...

Elden H. Morioka of Kahului, passed away peacefully on April 20, 2024 at Maui Memorial Medical Center. He is preceded in death by his mother, Eleanor Morioka and his brother, Ross Morioka. Elden is survived by his wife, Debra Morioka; daughters, Kristy, Dayna and Tiffany; and father, James...

Mike was born on May 26th, 1967 and died suddenly at home on April 17, 2024. He was raised in Washington state but found his home on Maui. He connected deeply with Maui and lived on island for over 30 years. He is survived by his mother, Lena Parks; sister, Alison Kinney; nephew, Ryan; niece,...

Leora Murakami passed away peacefully on Tuesday April 16, 2024 at the age of 85. Leora served as a dedicated school teacher for over 30 years after receiving her BS in Education from Drake University in Iowa. Most of her teaching career was spent inspiring students at Iao Intermediate School...

Avelina “Bellie” Lopez Estabillo, 84, of Lahaina, HI, formerly of Bacucang, Batac, Ilocos Norte, Philippines, passed peacefully surrounded by loved ones on April 15, 2024. Avelina was born on November 10, 1939, in Batac, Philippines to her parents Marcos Lopez and Demetria Pascual. She was the...