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Edmond “Greg” Frederick Leialoha Awai, 75

Edmond “Greg” Frederick Leialoha Awai, 75, of Wailuku, passed away peacefully at his home on February 20, 2017 surrounded by his loving family.

Services honoring Mr. Awai will be held privately at a later date.

Nakamura Mortuary assisted with arrangements.

Greg was born on June 23, 1941 in Paia, HI, to Daniel and Anna Awai. He was a welder for HC&S, and worked very hard to provide for his family. He enjoyed fishing, tending to his orchids, hunting, collecting, creating, but most importantly, spending time with family. He was the last survivor of the Maliko Awai’s in his generation and his memory will live on with all that knew him.

Greg leaves behind to cherish his memory, his children, Lynn (George) Awai-Tavares, Greg Kaniela Awai, and Keani Awai; grandchildren, Cody (Monique) Tavares, Kahele Tavares, Ali Tavares, Danica Awai, Manu Awai, Danlie Awai, Kawena Cabrera, and Kawai Cabrera; and 3 great grandchildren, Ka’io, Kahe’, and Riley.

Online condolences may be offered at www.nakamuramortuary.com