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Irene Hueu Kalawaia, 86

Lahaina resident, Irene Hueu Kalawaia, 86 passed away on November 17, 2020 at her home in Lahaina, Hawaii. Ms. Kalawaia was born on September 1, 1934 in Keanae, Hawaii to James Kalawaianui Hueu and Esther Kekahuna. Aunty Irene was a hard worker that would do anything for anyone. She was a tough, strict lady that did not compromise but was compassionate. She raised most of Aunty Sarah Ahkuna and Uncle Hanalei Kaauamo’s keikis in Keanae. She took them to the taro patches in the mornings on the peninsula to work, brought them back home for lunch then back to the taro patches in the ...

Richard Leo Dorzab, 74

It is with great sadness we announce the passing of Richard Leo Dorzab on November 20, 2020. He was 74. Just two weeks short of his 75th Birthday. He succumbed to his cancer after a valiant five year battle. Richard Leo Dorzab was born December 05, 1945 in Hood River OR, on of Harold Dorzab and Edna Chandler. Richard spent his early years raising his family of three girls. He worked in his own businesses Riches Auto Electric and later as a contractor. After the family was grown, he & wife Judy moved to Maui, Hi. There he worked as a plans examiner and building in-spector for the county ...

Rudy Oen, 86

Rudy Oen, 86, of Haiku peacefully passed away on November 18, 2020 at 7:23 am under the care of Hospice Maui. He was born on August 10, 1934 in Malang, Indonesia to the late Bing-Tiat and Erna Oen. He attended the University of Pajajaran in Bandung, Indonesia where he received a degree in Physical Education and swam competitively with Aquarius Swim Club that he founded. He swam with the Indonesian national water polo team and participated in the 1958 Asian Games in Tokyo, where they received the bronze medal. He continued his passion for swimming until he was 84, participating in ...

Donald Wah Chin Chai, 83

Donald Wah Chin Chai, 83 of Kahului, Hawaii peacefully passed away on Wednesday, November 11, 2020 at Maui Memorial Medical Center. He was born in Honolulu, Hawaii on November 9, 1937 to the late Gilbert and Elizabeth Chai. He is survived by his loving wife, Carole Chai; son, Jason Chai (Dolly Hinau); daughter, Lori Chai Fernandez (Jamie Fernandez); son Derrick Chai (Michelle Reyes-Chai); Grandchildren Kylyn Fernandez, Javan Fernandez, Taytum Chai, and Caleb Chai; Brothers Norman Chai (Elizabeth) and Richard Chai (Beverly Jean); Brothers-in-law James Richardson (Mija); Glenn Richardson ...

Bernadette Feehan, 47

Bernadette (Bernie) Feehan, October 10, 1973 – November 15, 2020. Bernie will be remembered as a ray of sunshine to her family and many friends. She was a genuine soul who made everyone she met feel like the closest of friends. Bernie was born and raised in Oregon, a tribal member of the Confederated Tribes of Grand Ronde. She lived on Maui for most of her adult life. She worked in the restaurant business and the local farmers market, treating customers as old friends. Her tremendous love of life, of Maui, of friends and family, of partner Kevin will always be remembered. ...

Shigeshi Kurosawa, 94

Shigeshi Kurosawa, 94, of Kula, passed away on October 25, 2020 at Hale Makua. He is preceded in death by his wife of 65 years, Elaine Kurosawa and his siblings (Harry, Lillian, Sam, Kenneth and Helen). He is survived by 1 living sister, Ruth; his 3 children Linda (Francis), Earl (Donna) and Joy; 5 Grandchildren; 6 Great-Grandchildren and many nieces and nephews. Shigeshi’s family send their heartfelt thanks to the staff at Hale Makua Kahului for their tireless support and care over the last two and a half years while he stayed there. Private services will be held on Maui at a ...