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Patrick Tom, 59

Patrick Tom passed unexpectedly at his residence with his wife by his bedside. Aside from his family, Patrick loved racing, either participating or spectating. He was also recognized as a skillful machinist, where he was taught the trade by his older brother Teddy, who started a family business in the mid 70’s, and where Patrick took over in the late 80’s, until his passing. The business became known as Pat’s Cylinder Head Service. Patrick formed many friendships throughout his almost 35 year career as a small business owner. Fishing and Hawaiian music were also things he ...

Daniel Turner, 75

Daniel Turner was born on February 6, 1948 near Detroit, MI. His last breath was at home in Haiku, Maui on March 7, 2023. Hippie. Car salesman. Traveler. Tool Guy. Like others named Danny, he was excessively modest. He is survived by his wife, Courtney; children: Chris, Adam, Kazuo, Danielle, Elena Sophie, and their respective mothers; si-blings Keith, Christy, Scott, and Brad; and 2 grandchildren. He looked for love and found it. In letting go, love comes. Mahalo to Hospice Maui and Doorway Into Light. For memorial info, contact his cell: 808-269-2377.

Ambrose Sunny Kapono, Jr., 88

Ambrose Sunny Kapono, of Las Vegas, Nevada and formally from Keanae, Maui, passed away on December 2, 2022. He was born on September 3, 1934. Ambrose served in the United States Marine Corps from 1952 to1973, earning the rank of Master Sargent. Upon retirement from the Marine Corps, he went to work for Edison Nuclear Power, working with the security force of the California power plant. A service over urn will be held on Thursday, April 20, 2023 at Ballard Family Mortuary from 9:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m.; with service to begin at 10:00 a.m. His final resting place will be at Maui Memorial ...

Ronald James Ferreira, 56

Ronald James Ferreira, of Wailuku, Maui passed away on April 3, 2023 at Maui Memorial Medical Center. He was born on December 16, 1966 to Paul and Shirley Ferreira. Visitations will be held on Friday, April 21, 2023 at St. Anthony Catholic Church in Wailuku from 10:00am to 11:00am. His final resting place will be at Maui Memorial Park at 12:30pm, main cemetery. Ronald is survived by brothers, Nelson Ferreira and Damien Ferreira, and sisters Shirley-Ann Ferreira, Verna Barcai, and Terry Ferreira. Online condolences may be made at: www.ballardfamilymortuaries.com.

Denise Lynn Holland, 73 & Robert Page Holland, 75

• Denise Lynn Holland of Lahaina was born on August 27, 1945 in San Francisco. She passed away on December 27, 2018. In loving memory: mother, grandmother, and innkeeper who loved to travel. • Robert Page Holland of Lahaina was born on February 12th, 1943 in San Francisco. He passed away on June 26, 2018. In loving memory: father, grand-father, school teacher, and innkeeper. They are survived by their daughter, Rya Holland. “May they rest in peace.” Online condolences may be made at: Nakamuramortuary.com.

Al (Albert) Mamaril, 88

Al Mamaril passed away on March 12, 2023 at Hale Makua in Wailuku. He was born in Wailuku, Maui on November 10, 1934. He was a marine for 20 years and completed 2 tours in Vietnam. He also worked at Maui Chemical for several years and had his own yard maintenance business. Al is survived by his wife of almost 60 years, Norma; sons, Albert (Elaine) and Kalani (Teri Lyn); grandchildren, Angela (Mark), Daniel (Tiffany), Molly (Admund), Jesse (Georgia) and Kaleb; great-grandchildren, Aliyah, Conner, Kylar and Kaiden; brothers, Thomas, Benji and Robert. He is preceded by parents, ...