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Ruth Hanlon Capilla, 70

Ruth Hanlon Capilla, 70, of Kahului passed away peacefully at her residence on May 22nd, 2019. She was born on June 1st, 1948 in Memmingen, Germany. Ruth worked as the Director of Finance for the Hyatt Hotels for 42 years. She is survived by her loving Son; Glenn Hanlon. Condolences, pictures and videos can be sent to her son Glenn Hanlon at hanlong67@gmail.com Or text them to (808)651-5892. Thank you from the Capilla Family. Condolences may be sent at: www.ballardfamilymortuaries.com

Rulina Lynn Gutierrez, 66

Rulina Lynn Gutierrez, 66 years young, passed away May 5, 2019 surrounded by her loving family. She was born in El Paso, Texas on February 9, 1953. She is survived by her mother and step father, Carolyn and Art Medina; sister, Rosalinda Furze; brother, Rudy Gutierrez; sons, Valentino Gutierrez; beloved son, Sione Lee Tonga; daughter, Carolyn Tonga; and 6 grandchildren, Landon, Sharai, Shaleia, Kaikea, Josiah, and Isaiah. Our mother was a very special person to us, she was the best Mom and daughter anyone could ask for. She had the biggest heart. She had so much love in her hear ...

Erwin “Bolly” Mark Helekahi, 64

Erwin Mark Helekahi was born on July 19th, 1954. He passed away on May 10th, 2019 at Maui Memorial Medical Center. Erwin was born and raised in Hana, Maui and graduated from Lahainaluna High School as a State Champion Wrestler. He served 4 years with the United States Air Force where he was stationed in San Francisco and became a lifelong Oakland Raiders fan. Erwin was also the interpretive park guide for Haleakala National Park in Kipahulu since 2014. Teaching visitors the spirit of aloha and earning the admiration and affection of everyone that he met. He was also a master weaver ...

Gabriel A. Pascua 41,

Gabriel Alika Pascua, 41 of Haiku, Maui, had passed away on Thursday, May 16, 2019. He was born on January 12, 1978 to Deborah A. Francis and David J. Pascua. Although he is no longer here, he will continue to live in the hearts of his brothers, Kapena (Maui Akahi) Pascua, Zachary Pascua; nieces and nephews, Kano’i, Hanu, Kukoa, Elina and many aunties and uncles. Inurnment will be at a later date. Condolences may be sent at: www.ballardfamilymortuaries.com

Alice Ragasa, 85

Alice Ragasa, 85, of Kahului, passed away May 8, 2019 in Las Vegas. Services will be held at Christ the King Church on May 28th from 6:00 pm – 9:00 pm with Mass at 7:00 pm. She is survived by her Grandson Stacey (Jena) Ragasa; her Great Granddaughters Ka-Sandra (Duke) Ragasa and Jer-Zee Ragasa; brothers, Placido “Fat” Domingo and James “Jimmy” Barrientos; sisters, Helen Mercedes, Eleanor “Bobo” Aquinde and Gloria Manzano.

William “Papa Willy” Acain, 80

William “Papa Willy” Acain, 80, of Pukalani passed away peacefully under the care of Islands Hospice at his home surrounded by his loving family on May 13, 2019. He was born on July 11, 1938 in Paia, Maui and was the 7th out of 13 children; seven boys and six girls. At an early age he worked for Endo Painting and in his later years worked for March Painting until his retirement at the age of 70. He was dedicated to his work and often came home with painting equipment that needed to be fixed. He was a very patient person and in time passed on his ability to fix things to some of ...