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Lyric Nathaniel Ka’eo Galam Ching, 3

Lyric Nathaniel Ka’eo Galam Ching, 3 of Lahaina, passed away on October 4, 2019 at Kapi’olani Medical Center on Oahu. He was born on August 20, 2016 in Honolulu. Lyric Nathaniel is survived by his parents, Patrick Ching and Abigail Galam; grandparents, Julian and Ernaline Galam; great grandmother’s, Marian Ching and Polly Galam; uncles, Ed Ponce, Daniel II (Dinah Lee) Nikanowicz, Chris Ching; aunties, Christina Galam, April and Jamie Fetalvero; and cousins, Kyla, Xylie, Christian and Daniel III. A memorial service will be held at 8:30 a.m. on Saturday, October 19, 2019 at ...

Mary “Molly” Elizabeth Fisher, 82

Mary “Molly” Elizabeth Fisher, 82 of Haiku, peacefully passed away on Friday, September 27th, 2019. She was born in Columbus, Ohio on June 19th, 1937. Although she is no longer here, she will continue to live in the hearts of her son, Ian Fisher; grandson, Makai Fisher and many friends. Mary was a nurse at Maui Memorial Hospital and was occasionally called to work at Hana and Molokai emergency clinics due to her experience as a licensed midwife. Mary enjoyed gardening, hiking and paddling canoe. She will be missed, but not forgotten. Online condolences: ...

Lolita Morondos Grimes, 62

Lolita Morondos Grimes, 62, of Wailuku, passed peacefully at home with her loving family by her side. A Celebration of Life will be held at Hale Nanea on Saturday, October 19, 2019 from 11:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Lita was born on January 9, 1957 in Wailuku, Maui. She worked as a house cleaner for private homes. Lita was predeceased by her Husband, Robbie R. Grimes; Mother, Celerina Morondos; Father, Emiliano Morondos, Sister, Mercedes “Mercy” Clark; and Brother, Rodrigo “Rego” Morondos. Although she is not here physically, she is spiritually kept by her Son, Eddie ...

Donald Frank Miller, 73

Donald Frank Miller, 73 of Kihei, passed away on October 5, 2019 at his residence. He was born on September 1, 1946 in Tennessee. Donald was a real estate broker. He is survived by his wife, Regina Miller; son, Donnie Miller; grandson, Nicholas Miller; great-granddaughter, Okcana Miller; and brother, Robert (Kathy) Miller. Memorial services will be held at a later date. The family would like to acknowledge Hospice Maui for their compassionate care of Donald. Online condolences can be made at: www.ballardfamilymortuaries.com

Walter Paul Vierra, 52

Walter was born on Maui, February 26, 1967 to Gertrude (Chung) and Anthony Vierra. The youngest of seven children, he attended Lahainaluna High School, received his undergraduate degree in accounting & finance from the University of Oregon in 1989, and his law degree from the University of Hawaii William S. Richardson School of Law in 1998. Walter had a generous spirit, big heart, and a sharp mind. He was passionate about the law and returned to school to get a law degree after working as an accountant for several years, joining his older brother in private practice. He actively ...

Margaret Michiyo Yamamura, 98

Margaret Michiyo Yamamura, 98, of Kahului, Maui died on September 12, 2019 in Kahului. She was born in Puuloa, Oahu. Survived by sons Noel, Francis and Patrick; daughters Florence Yoshikane and Joan Fuhrman; 10 grandchildren; 22 great-grandchildren ; 2 great-great-grandchildren. Preceded in death by husband, Joseph S. and son Joseph N. Visitation 9:30 a.m. on Friday, Oct 18, 2019 at St. Anthony Church followed by Mass at 10:30 a.m.; inurnment 12:30 p.m. at Maui Memorial Park. No flowers, aloha attire. Online condolences: www.nakamuramortuary.com