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Geraldine Kalawaia, 70

Geraldine Kalawaia, 70, of Kanaio passed away peacefully on December 6, 2018 at her residence. She was born on August 7, 1948 in Pu‘uneven. She retired as a laundry attendant at Majestic Laundry and Dry Cleaning. She also worked for a sales clerk at Lowe’s and was also a Nurse. Geraldine is survived by her children, Leihua (Nohea) Kalawaia, Kaleio (Blaize) Kalawaia, Kawehi (April) Kalawaia, Keola (Myleen) Kalawaia, Leimomi (leo) Santana; hanai daughters, Mili Kelepolo, Jonna (John) Lyons, Karen Wong; brothers, Allen (Nancy) Poaipuni, Chogie (Terri) Poaipuni; 14 grandchildren and ...

Grace Tsuruko Saito, 94

Grace Tsuruko Saito, 94, of Kahului, Maui, passed away peacefully on December 8, 2018 under the care of Hale Makua-Kahului with loving family by her side. Services honoring Ms. Saito will be held on Saturday, December 15, 2018 at Kahului Union Church. Visitation will begin at 3:00 pm, and Service at 4:00 pm. Grace Saito will be laid to eternal rest on Monday, December 17, 2018 at Makawao Veterans Cemetery at 9:00 am. Grace was born on July 12, 1924 to Mr. Bunzo and Mrs. Gin Hamashige in Maui, HI. Grace worked part time at Maui Palms, Suda Snack Shop, and Ooka Supermarket, but ...

Victoria Ruiz Acoba

The time of service was changed from the original display obituary that ran on Sunday, December 9, 2018. Services will be held on Friday, December 14, 2018, viewing 5:00 - 8:30 pm at St. Theresa’s Catholic Church with vigil prayer service at 6:30 pm. Saturday, December 15, 2018, viewing 8:00 am - 9:30 am at St. Theresa Catholic Church with Mass at 10:00 am. Burial at Maui Memorial Park, Garden of Meditation in Wailuku at 12:30 pm. Online condolences: www.nakamuramortuary.com

Philemon Coleon Jr., 70

Philemon Coleon Jr., 70, passed away on November 29, 2018 with his loving family and relatives by his side. A celebration of life for Phil will be held on Friday, December 14, 2018 at Nakamura Mortuary. Visitation will begin at 10:30 a.m. and service at 11:30 a.m. Phil was born on March 9,1948 to Philemon Sr. and Candida Coleon on Oahu. Before retiring, he worked as a technician at Maui Soda and Ice Works. He took pride in caring for his family. When he wasn't working, he enjoyed playing tennis, riding his Harley, socializing and sharing his stories with others, and doing some ...

Brian Joseph De Ahl, 41

Brian Joseph De Ahl, 41 of Lahaina, passed away on November 30, 2018 at his residence. He was born on July 9, 1977 in San Francisco, California. Brian worked in various restaurants. He is survived by his son, Dante Kamehanaokekukunaokalaehulalimainei De Ahl; parents, Edwin and M. Renee De Ahl-Nakata; sister, Tyra (Shin) Ilo; nephew, Ren Ilo; numerous cousins, and many friends. Condolences may be sent to: www.ballardfamilymortuaries.com

Michael Peppers, 59

Michael Alan Peppers, 59 passed away peacefully, surrounded by his family on November 26, 2018 in Lahaina. He was born on March 27, 1959 in Atlanta, GA. to his beloved parents, the late Leon Peppers and Jane Souza. He was a devoted member of the Kahana Door of Faith Church, and was a proud veteran that served this country in the US Army.  He was predeceased by a son, Michael Alan Peppers, Jr. He leaves behind his loving wife, Jacqueline Lum Lung-Peppers, son, Joshua Kalikiano Lum Lung Peppers, Sr, grandchildren, Joshua Kalikiano Lum Lung Peppers Jr. and Alexandra Peppers, brother, ...