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Hazel Matsuko (Murakami) Nitta
Apr. 03, 2024
Hazel Matsuko (Murakami) Nitta, 96, of Wailuku passed away on April 3, 2024 at Hospice Maui Hale. Hazel was born on April 5, 1927 to Shigeru and Motoe (Mabe) Murakami. She is predeceased by her loving husband, Koichi Nitta; her brothers, John, James, Toshio, Keigo, Ralph and Patrick Murakami;...
Jared "Blackie" "Skippy" Leroy Kaholokula
Apr. 01, 2024
Jared Leroy Kaholokula July 12, 1934 - April 1, 2024 Jared Leroy Kaholokula, 88 of Waihee, Maui passed away on April 1, 2024 at home surrounded by his loving family. He was born in Paia on July 12, 1934 to William Alapai Kaholokula and Myrna "Tweet" English. Jared, more commonly known by his...
Carol Bowlds Suguitan
Mar. 27, 2024
Carol Bowlds Suguitan Born on November 19th, 1942 a cherished educator, avid traveler, and lover of dance, passed away surrounded by the love of her family on - March 27th, 2024. Born in Brownwood, Texas, Carol's journey took her from the halls of Brownwood High School to the classrooms of North...
Laura Mae Ceballos
Mar. 24, 2024
Laura Mae Ceballos, 63, of Pa'ia, Maui, sadly passed away on Sunday, March 24, 2024 at Maui Memorial Medical Center. She was born on November 29, 1960 in Wailuku, Maui and grew up in the sugar cane plantation town of Pa'ia, Maui with her five siblings; attended Pa'ia Elementary School and then...
Raynette (Rayna) Mary Yap
Mar. 24, 2024
Rayna Yap, a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, daughter, sister, aunty, and friend, passed away peacefully on March 24, 2024, surrounded by her family. Throughout her life, Rayna dedicated herself to her family, her faith, and her community. Rayna graduated from Baldwin High School, class of...
Sharon T. Kawachi
Mar. 24, 2024
Sharon T. Kawachi, born on August 2, 1948, peacefully passed away on March 24, 2024, surrounded by loved ones at Maui Memorial Medical Center. She was predeceased by her parents, Kenneth Kazuyuki Kawachi and Janice Akiyo Arai Kawachi, as well as her sister, June (Glenn) H. Otani. Sharon’s memory...
Barbara Ann Winter
Mar. 23, 2024
In Loving Memory of Barbara Ann Winter Barbara Ann Winter’s story began and ended with love and laughter. She departed from this world leaving behind a legacy of joy, a family cherished, and memories that sparkle like the stars. She was the matriarch of a family tree that extends its branches...
Mildred "Tilly" Jean Pico Tavares
Mar. 23, 2024
Mildred "Tilly" Jean Pico Tavares, 91, of Pukalani, passed away at home surrounded by her family on March 23, 2024. Born on March 14, 1933 at Puunene Hospital to Manuel Perreira Pico and Catherine Philomena Pico (Correa). A beloved wife, survived by her husband, Richard Moniz Tavares Sr., of 65...
Beatrice "Bea" Michiko Chong Kee
Mar. 22, 2024
In loving memory of Beatrice Michiko Chong Kee (née Hayama), who graced this world with her presence on June 24, 1933, and departed peacefully on March 22, 2024. Born in Honolulu and a longtime resident of Maui, Beatrice was a beacon of light in her community. A meticulous accountant for Maui...
Franklyn L. Silva Sr.
Mar. 22, 2024
With profound sadness, we announce the passing of Captain Franklyn Lawrence Silva, U.S. Army retired, a cherished husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, brother, and friend. Franklyn left us peacefully at home on March 22, 2024, surrounded by his family. Born on May 23, 1942, in...