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Roger “Ramjet” F.H. Pai, 75

Roger "Ramjet" F.H. Pai, of Keaau, Hawaii passed away on August 27, 2022 at Hilo Medical Center. He was born on May 10, 1947 in Honolulu. Roger was a Navy seaman in his early years and found his way into law enforcement and eventually mastered in Agriculture. As a retiree, Roger made his way to Hilo to be with his late brother Phillip "Snooky" Pai. He loved to surf, fish and dive as well as spend time with his grandchildren. Within his 75 years of life, he was loved by many people around the state of Hawaii and has accumulated so many friends and family. Roger is survived by Doreen ...

Keith K. Yasumori, 71

Keith K. Yasumori passed away on August 18, 2022 at his home. No services will be held. Scattering of ashes will be at a later date. Nakamura Mortuary is assisting with arrangements. Mr. Yasumori was born on July 19, 1951 in Honolulu. He was a taxi driver. He leaves behind to cherish his memory, son, Marcus Robinson; brother, Earl (Yong) Yasumori; a niece and a nephew. Online condolences may be made at: Nakamuramortuary.com

Edwin T. Silva, 94

Edwin T. Silva passed away on September 2nd, 2022 at Hale Makua in Kahului. He was born on June 26th, 1928 to William G. Silva and Pauline Xavier of Wailuku. He was predeased by his son Rodney Silva. Survived by his family; sister Blanche (Herman) Macadangdang and brother Leslie (Mary Ann ) Silva. His children; Brenda (Bill) Ramos, Sandra (Bill) Kamai, Stacey (Ona) Silva. His 7 grandchildren; Kimberly, Sandi Lei, Sheri, Jenna, Dustin, Chad, and Jared. And his 11 great-grandchildren; Thalia, Victoria, Joshua, Justin, Kaylie, Tyler, Sadee, Mason, Kain, Dayton, and Nikolas. Private service ...

Evelyn Ann Brown, 80

Evelyn Ann Brown, of Kihei, passed away on September 10, 2022 at her home. She was born on April 24, 1942 in New York. Evelyn worked as an adult educational teacher. She was very active in her church, an active quilter, skilled potter, an avid outrigger canoe paddler, and a huge fan of the Buffalo Bills Football Team. She is survived by her husband, Philip Robert Brown, and brother, Sid Silsby. Funeral services will be held at Keawelai Congregation Church in Makena at a later date. Ballard Family Mortuary is assisting with the arrangements.

Heidi Hideko Takitani, 83

Heidi Hideko Takitani, of Kahuui, passed away on August 7, 2022. She was born on August 30, 1938 in Maalaea. Private services will be held. Heidi was a retired school teacher. She was predeceased by her husband, Robert. She is survived by her children, Tammy (Steven), Ty (Norma), Todd, Tristan; and 4 grandchildren. Online condolences may be made at: www.ballardfamilymortuaries.com

Eltness “Lei” Leinaala Wallace, 84

Eltness “Lei” Leinaala Wallace, of Haiku, Maui passed away peacefully on September 8, 2022 at her residence. She was born on March 1, 1938 in Hana, Maui. She was predeceased by; her parents Tau’a Clarence Plunkett and Sarah Kela Kahookele Farrell; siblings, Cynthia (Arnold) Allencastre, Caroline (James) Tavares, Diane (Vernon) Alo, daughter; Mildred Momi Wallace, granddaughter; Jasmine Wallace. Eltness is survived by her children, Donald Wallace Jr., Daniel (Lucia) Wallace, Sonya (Frank) Kuamoo, Clarence (Diana) Wallace, 13 grandchildren, 5 great grandchildren; sibling, Mildred ...