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Margaret Shigeko Asami Nagasako, 97

Margaret Shigeko Asami Nagasako, of Lahaina, Maui, passed away on September 3, 2023, at Straub Clinic in Honolulu. She was born on Oct. 19, 1925, in Lahaina, to Shinichi and Mizumi Asami. Visitation will be held from 9:00a.m. to 1:00p.m. on Tuesday, September 26, 2023, at Ballard Family Mortuary; services start at 11:00a.m. Burial will be held on Wednesday, Sept. 27, 2023 at the Maui Veteran’s Cemetery in Makawao. Margaret was a proud graduate of Lahainaluna High School. She worked at Nagasako Super Market, Nagasako Variety and Nagasako General Store. She was predeceased ...

Carolyn Hinae Ono, 73

Carolyn Hinae Ono, of Lahaina, passed away on August 11, 2023. She was predeceased by parents, Hideichi and Jane Ono. Carolyn is survived by her sister Yvonne (Gordon) Asahara and niece Jade. Private services were held. Online condolences may be made at: www.ballardfamilymortuaries.com

George Choji Sakugawa, 87

George Choji Sakugawa, passed away on August 29, 2023 in Wailuku. George was born on March 15, 1936 to the late Ushi and Tsuro Sakugawa. George had a busy work life in banking and was co-owner of a wholesale business as well as selling real estate. His hobbies were gardening and playing golf. George is survived by his wife, Florence Sakugawa;son, Lee(Deneen) Sakugawa; daughter, Shawn (Brian) Sakugawa-Saki; grandson, Christopher (Anneke) Sakugawa; granddaughter, Raimie Saki; great-grandson, Nikko Sakugawa; and pet cat, Koa. Private services for the family were held on ...

Ty Nobuo Shimabuku, 74

Ty Nobuo Shimabuku, 74, of Haiku, Maui, passed away on August 29, 2023, at Puuwai O Makaha in Waianae. He was born on June 15, 1949 in Puunene. A memorial service will held on Saturday, September 30, 2023, at Ballard Family Mortuary. Visitation will begin at 9:30a.m.; eulogy will start at 10:30a.m. Ty was predeceased by his parents, Zenkichi and Edith Shimabuku; brother, Lew Shimabuku; companion, Ruby Masanda; and his canine companion, Musubee. He is survived by his son, Brandon (Delia) Masanda; step grandchildren, Diedre Peterson, Kalani Peter-son; grandson, Preston Masanda; ...

Rosita Bachiller, 90

Rosita Bachiller passed away on August 2nd, 2023 at Maui Memorial Hospital. She was born on Aug. 20,1932, to Teofilo and Demetria (Asibal) Gonzales in Paia, Maui, Hawaii. She attended Farrington High School. In 1959, Rosita met and married Benie Bachiller, the son of Thomas and Ramona (Millare) Bachiller, in Honolulu, HI. Together, they have three children, including step children from Benie’s previous relationship. She enjoyed fishing, camping and traveling with family to the 9th island, Las Vegas, NV for open ended celebrations. She also loved cooking meals for her family ...

Colleen Harumi Kina, 69

Colleen Harumi Kina of Kahului, Maui passed away on August 29, 2023. She was born on September 10, 1953. She retired from the Department of Land and Natural Resources as a Secretary. May her legacy inspire us to embrace hard work, dedication, and compassion. She is survived by her husband, Shaff M. Kina and brother, Kelvin (Bonnie) Sato. Services for Colleen will be held on October 3, 2023 at Nakamura Mortuary located at 1218 Lower Main Street, Wailuku, Hawaii 96793. Visitation will begin at 9:00 a.m.; Prayer Service at 10:00 a.m.; Refreshments at 11:00 a.m. -12:00 p.m. Online ...