Haruye Yoshioka, 95

July 25, 2020

The Yoshioka family is sad to announce the passing of Haruye Yoshioka on July 13, 2020 at Hale Makua in Wailuku. Haruye wa born to Hikoichi and Sueno Tsue on March 30, 1925. She worked for 44 years at Maui Land and Pineapple Co. warehouse section. Haruye’s husband Takashi died in 2012 and she is survived by her sons, Robert (Iwa) and Wesley Yoshioka and daughter, Lei (Lawrence) Kai. Numerous grand and great grandchildren. Haruye’s happiest years were in the 30 years she spent in retirement. She loved her pets, going to Las Vega, knitting and cleaning. Late in her 80’s ...

Patricia Ann Tavares Carvalho, 88

July 18, 2020

Patricia Ann Tavares Carvalho, 88, of Hilo died May 22 at the Hawaii Care Choices Pohai Malama Care Center. Born in Makawao, she was a retired nurse's aide at the Life Care Center of Hilo, member of the St. Joseph Catholic Church, American Legion Ladies Auxiliary and Big Island Portuguese Culture Club. Due to the COVID-19 restrictions, private services were held in Hilo. Visitation from 10 a.m. Thursday (July 23, 2020) at the St. Joseph Catholic Church in Makawao, followed by a memorial mass at 10:30 a.m. Casual attire. Survived by daughter, Judy (Gary) Puniwai of Kurtistown; son, Jerret ...

Liann A. Castro, 58

July 18, 2020

Liann A. Castro of Kihei, passed away on June 26, 2020 surrounded by her loved ones. She was born on March 16,1962 in Wailuku, Maui. "Aunty Liann" worked for the State of Hawaii Department of Education (Kahului Elementary) for 32 years as an Educational Assistant. She also worked for County of Maui Summer Pals program for many years. She is survived by her husband Rick Castro, daughters Chrissie Castro (Jason) and Heidi Castro (Shawn), sons, Allen and Joey (Jasmine) Castro. Four grandchildren Micah, Isaac, Caleb and Isabella. Also survived by her siblings Lulu (Leonard) Molina, ...

Guthrie “Sonny” Julio Franco, 65

July 18, 2020

Guthrie "Sonny" Julio Franco passed away on July 1, 2020 in Wailuku, Maui at the age of 65. Sonny was born on September 30, 1954 in Puunene Maui, Hawaii to Julio and Susan Franco. He Graduated from St. Anthony High School. He was a Vietnam Veteran and served in the Navy. Sonny is preceded in death by his Mother, Susan Franco and Granddaughter Liliana. Sonny is survived by his partner, Mary Jane Kramer, Daughters; Rachelle Franco-Arelio, Jennifer Franco Karagianes, Malia Rountree and Brittany Lynn Jiles Stepdaughters Chelsea Franco and Jillian Rogers and Father Julio Franco. Sonny ...

Ethel Hashimoto, 93

July 18, 2020

Its is with great sadness that the Hashimoto Ohana announces the passing of Ethel Hashimoto on June 19, 2020. Ethel was born on July 12, 1927 in Spreckelsville, Hawaii. Nakamura Mortuary will be assisting the family with all arrangements. Ethel is survived by her children; Son; Alan Hashimoto, Daughter; Lila S. Kawada, Grandchildren; Jessica Hashimoto, Kyle Kawada, and Great Grandchild; Katelyn Hashimoto Yip Chow. The family will be holding private services. Online condolences: www.nakamuramortuary.com

Yvonne Nagoshi, 88

July 18, 2020

Yvonne Nagoshi, 88 of Kahului, Maui passed away on May 19, 2020. She was born to Chonosuke and Aki Yoshida on October 11, 1931 in Puunene, Maui. Private family services were held. “She had a particular way she went about everything she did.  She had her own way of existing in her quiet slice of the world.  She was stubborn yet patient.  She was strong yet gentle.  She was meticulous yet simple.  She was a dichotomy of so many qualities, yet she kept every aspect of herself balanced.  She was an example for what keeping everything together no matter what happens looks ...