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Kahealani Noreen Wilhelm, 52

Kahealani Noreen Wilhelm of Huelo, Maui, former semi-truck driver, passed away on July 11, 2020 at Hospice Maui. She was born in Wailuku, Maui. She is survived by partner; Joseph Vierra, son; Keola Wilhelm, daughters; Ka'umelani Murakami, Kauluwehi Vierra-Wilhelm, mother; Geraldine Wilhelm, brothers; Alton, Kainoa and Kamalei, grandchildren; Nico, Luca, and Hunter Wilhelm. We will miss her singing, stories and humor. She was courageous, fearless, and loved her family unconditionally. Due to COVID celebration of life is postponed to a later date. Condolences may be made to: ...

Alan Francis Camara, 76

Alan Francis Camara, 76 of Wailuku, passed away on July 11, 2020 at Hale Makua, Wailuku. He was born on April 10, 1944 in Puunene, Maui. Alan worked at the Royal Lahaina Hotel in the maintenance department before he retired. He is survived by his wife of 55 years, Latricia Camara; sons, Allan (Holly) Camara, Charles (Bree) Camara, and Jason (Diana) Camara; sister, Josephine Oliveira; 14 grandchildren, and 1 great-grandson. Services will be held at a later date. The family would like to acknowledge the staff at Hale Makua, Wailuku for their compassionate care of Alan. Online ...

Harold Haupu Sr., 87

Harold Haupu Sr., 87 of Wailuku, Maui passed away on July 3, 2020 at his residence, surrounded by his loving family, and under the care of Hospice Maui. Memorial service will be held on Saturday, August 1, 2020 at Nakamura Mortuary in Wailuku, Maui. Viewing for the immediate family will be held from 8:30am-9:15am, the public from 9:15am-10:15am, services at 10:15am, with burial at Maui Memorial Park "Garden of Meditation" to follow at 12:30pm. Harold is predeceased by his beloved wife, Mary Nohokuahiwi Villiarimo, sons Hiram "Poy" (Elaine) Haupu, and Harold "Chey" (Ku'uipo) Haupu ...

George Y. Kadokawa, 83

It is with great sadness that the Kadokawa Ohana announces the passing of George on June 22, 2020. George was born on February 8, 1937 in Honolulu. He was 83 years old. He graduated from McKinley High School, then joined the Airforce and was honorably discharged after 4 years. George worked as a salesman in Honolulu, then in 1971 he moved to Maui with his family, where he represented and distributed Frito-Lay products. The company was originally called Frito-Lay of Maui, but as the product lines increased, it was renamed to Tanikai, Inc. George was a very hard worker and in 1987 he ...

Yoshio “Bala” Kohama, 97

On July 8, 2020 Bala passed away peacefully at his residence. He was born to Jenichi and Hisayo Kohama on November 23, 1922 in Kahului, HI. He was a retired carpenter and also did masonry. He was an avid fisherman and enjoyed going to Las Vegas. He is survived by his wife of 63 years Yukie (Himori). Sons Jayson (Mun), Kurt, daughter Michi-Ann, sisters Shizuko “Tommy” Kohama of Maui, Jane (Albert) Ikeda of Kona and Ione Muranaka of California. The family would like to thank Hospice Maui and especially nurse Colleen. Nakamura Mortuary will be assisting the family with all ...

Benita Pallasigui Tundayag, 98

Benita Pallasigui Tundayag, 98, of Kihei, Maui joined our creator on July 16, 2020 at Hale Makua. She was born on April 3, 1922 in San Miguel, Tarlac, Phillippines. Due to the COVID19 pandemic, private services will be held at Ballard Family Mortuary followed by burial at Maui Memorial Park, Wailuku, Maui. Benita is survived by Aurora (Cecilio) Canosa, Benjamin Tundayag (of the Phillippines), Julio (Lorna) Tundayag, Jr, Lilia Tundayag & Romeo (Marilyn) Tundayag, 15 grandchildren, 23 great grandchildren & 3 great great grandchildren. She is predeceased by her husband, Julio Tundayag, ...