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Stella Alves Padilla, 76

Stella Alves Padilla 76, of Kihei, Maui, passed away on September 17, 2020 in Wailuku, Maui. She was born on June 3, 1944. Stella is pre-deceased by her husband Harold Padilla and her daughter, Lorile “Tuggie” Estrella. She is survived by her children Diana (Chris) Puckett, Nathan (Meilani) Padilla, Harold (Christine) Padilla and Shawna Padilla; 16 Grandchildren and 20 Great-Grandchildren. She was the monarch of the family which she taught with a stern hand but gave unconditional love as well. She was so very loved and respected by anyone who was blessed to have known ...

Lorraine Masako (Agena) Teruya, 90

Lorraine Masako (Agena) Teruya, 90, of Kula, passed away peacefully on August 20, 2020 in Kahului. Lorraine was born in Makawao, Maui on January 6, l930 to the late Kohan and Kameyo Agena. She was the eldest of nine chidren. Lorraine moved to Honolulu a week after graduating from Maui High School. She worked at Lanikai Store and later at Foodland where she met her husband, Roy. In the late 1960's Lorraine operated a store, Vineyard Grocery, in Honolulu while Roy worked at Times Supermarket. She also worked in the cafeteria at J.C. Penney, Pearlridge. They raised six children on Oahu ...

Rae Ann Yap, 64

It is with great sadness that the Ohana of Rae Ann Yap announces her passing on August 2, 2020. It was Rae’s wishes that her ashes be scattered across Hana Bay. On August 30, 2020, in a small ceremony officiated by Pastor Ka Wolffgramm of House of Hope Fellowship in Hana, of which Rae was a member, her ashes were scattered across Hana Bay in a canoe paddle out. A group of her friends attended the ceremony and spoke about their unforgettable memories of Rae. Rae Ann Yap was born to Eugene “Bud” Brizinski and Frances Brizinski on June 27, 1956 in Upland, California. She was a ...

Frances Garcia, 94

Frances Garcia, 94 of Kahului, passed away at her home on September 11, 2020. She was born on October 9, 1925 in Puunene, Maui. Private Services will be held. Frances is survived by her son, James (Lynn) Garcia; daughter, Francine Rene Garcia; 9 grandchildren, Dani, Kalai, Vicki, Mandy, Kalani, Alika, Kaleo, Malie, and Momi; and 13 great-grandchildren. She is predeceased by her husband, Fred Allan Garcia, and son, Glenn (Cheryl) Garcia. The family wishes to express gratitude for the support and care received from Islands Hospice. Ballard Family Mortuary is assisting with the ...

Edward (Eddie) Irwin Lee, 57

Edward Irwin Lee, 57, of Kihei, Maui, passed away peacefully on August 23, 2020. Services honoring Mr. Edward Lee were held privately by family. Edward was born on April 4, 1963 to Mr. Jeffrey and Mrs. Naslene Lee in Honolulu, HI. Edward was a mason for Local 630 Union for 30 plus years and enjoyed being an example of a hard worker to his friends and family. When he wasn't working, he would find his peace by going diving, and fishing; but most importantly, he loved quality time with his family. Edward Irwin Lee is predeceased by his mother, Naslene Lee. ...

Frances Carol Oshiro, 72

On August 26, 2020, Frances “Fran” Carol Oshiro, 72, passed away at home. She was born on December 20, 1947 in Paia to Frank Villamor Almasin and Roberta Lospoc, attended Haiku School and graduated from Maui High School, Class of ’65. She retired from the County of Maui, S. Maui Parks. Fran enjoyed golf, softball, volleyball, and horseshoes. Her favorite passion was going to Vegas using family reunions as a reason to “gotta go!” It did not matter; she went as often as she could. She truly was a loyal Washington Redskins fan and would proudly display the Redskins Logo. ...