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Rebecca Kapuna Paresa Spens-Blakley, 80

Rebecca of Kihei, died at home under hospi-cecare on Tuesday, July 12, 2022. Affectionately known as “Becky” by her family and friends, she worked many years at the Renaissance Hotel in Wailea, before retiring. Becky was passionate about sewing quilts. Anyone lucky enough to receive one from her appreciated the intricate work and hours of labor that went into each blanket. Her quilt designs were each one of a kind and her work meticulous. She is survived by 3 sons: Michael Kekoa Spens, Darin Keola Spens and Mark Kahale Spens (Melissa); 6 grandchildren: Brenna, Paityn, Adrian, ...

Florence Yuriko Yotsuya, 97

Florence Yuriko Yotsuya, of Kahului, Maui passed away on June 22, 2022 at her residence surrounded by her loving family and under the care of Hospice Maui. She was born to Shoichi and Haru Tanaka on August 24, 1924 in Hamakuapoko, Maui. Florence enjoyed baking, taking care of her dog and watching “Angels” baseball. She is predeceased by her husband, Taishin Yotsuya and brother, Makoto Tanaka; survived by her sons, Clifford (Kiye) Yotsuya and Ronald (Norma) Yotsuya; daughter, Sandra (Raymond) Nishihara; sister, Tokiye Shishido; brother, Richard Tanaka; 9 grandchildren; and 10 ...

Thomas Hoben “Hachi” Krueger III, 74

Thomas Hoben “Hachi” Krueger of Wailuku, Maui passed away on July 30, 2022 at the age of 74, from kidney disease complications. Tom was born on Maui, April 6, 1948 to Thomas Hobron Kruger Jr. and Masako (Takahashi) Krueger. He attended Kamehameha Schools, Lahainaluna, and graduated from Baldwin High School. He earned a Bachelor’s degree at Weber State University in Ogden, Utah. In Utah he met and married Dawna Lee (Hanson) Krueger on July 31, 1971. Tom, Dawna and their two daughters, Tracey and Keli’i moved back to Maui in 1979. Thomas worked as a diesel mechanic at Maui ...

Victoria Kauimaeolekukunaokala Madsen, 88

Victoria Kauimaeolekukunaokala Madsen, of Ewa, HI, passed away on July 31, 2022 at Hale Makua in Kahului, Maui. She was born on October 20, 1933 in Nanakuli, HI. Victoria was a music entertainer. She also worked as a house-keeper for Napili Beach Club. She is survived by her children, Francine Hanamaikai (David), Margie Kamakaokalani-Wittkowske (Jim), Kimberly Alcover (Elton), Francis Kamakaokalani (Claudia), Mapuana Tuli, Mahealani Laikona (Joseph), Eric Austring (Janice), and Kealoha Arelliano-Jenkins (Robert); daughter-in-law, Karen Kamakaokalani; sister, Lydia Tavares; many ...

Michael David Blum, 49

Michael David Blum passed away unexpectedly on July 24, 2022. Michael was born on May 18, 1973 in Hawaii, he moved to Jim Thorpe, PA where he spent most of his childhood years. Then he moved back to Hawaii later in life & he last resided in Wailuku, Hawaii. Michael is survived by his son Luke Christopher Blum, his mother Pamela R. Blum & father Robert C. Blum. Michael is also survived by many family & friends. Michael enjoyed playing golf and watching football, his favorite team was the Dallas Cowboys! GO COWBOYS! Michael was also a dedicated employee of 32 years at the Maui Memorial ...

Herman Chun, 89

Herman Chun of Kahului, Maui, passed away on July 24, 2022, under the care of Hospice Maui, surrounded by family. He was born on June 16, 1933, in Honolulu. A memorial service for Herman will be held on Saturday, August 6, 2022, with visitation from 8:30 a.m. to 10:00 a.m. at Ballard Family Mortuary; service to start at 10:00 a.m. He will be laid to rest at Punchbowl Cemetery on Oahu. Herman was a retired Claims Rep at the Social Security Administration. He is survived by his wife, Lillian Chun; children, Grant (Joyce) Chun, Geary (Eileen) Chun, Geri (Jon) Kimoto; his siblings, ...