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Obituaries

John Wayne Sanderson

John Sanderson entered this world on September 14, 1947, and gently departed on January 19, 2026. For over four decades, Maui was his chosen home to live and dedicate himself to healing and teaching with loving devotion and connection. John welcomed everyone with patience, warmth, and a deep ...

Harold Gouviea

HAROLD GOUVEIA Harold Gouveia, age 78, of Pukalani, Maui, passed away unexpectedly on Tuesday, January 20, 2026. He passed peacefully at home, exactly where he wanted to be, surrounded by loved ones, family, friends and his dogs. Harold lived a life marked by dedication, strength, humor, ...

Willie Navarro Gutierrez

Willie Navarro Gutierrez June 29,1963-January 24, 2026 It is with deep love and heartfelt sorrow that we announce the passing of Willie Navarro Gutierrez, who peacefully went home to be with the Lord on January 24, 2026, at the age of 62. Willie was born on June 29, 1963, in Laoag ...

Karl Ogata

Karl H. Ogata passed away at home on November 7, 2025. He was born on March 2, 1957. He was predeceased by his parents, Helen Hanako and Sueto Ogata; his sister, Colleen Williams (Eugene, deceased); and his brother, Craig Ogata. He is survived by his brother, Neil (Cynthia) Ogata; and his ...

Debbie Kahoohanohano

Debbie Rae (Harris) Kahoohanohano, age 70, passed away peacefully on December 4, 2025, in Wailuku under Hospice Care. Born on July 3, 1955 in Mesa, Arizona, Debbie moved to Maui when she was just six years old. Debbie lived a life marked by devotion to her family, dedication to her work, and a ...

Damien Francis Pires, Sr.

Damien Francis Pires Sr., 85 of Kula, Maui, passed away on January 12, 2026 at Maui Memorial Medical Center. He was born on March 20, 1940 in Wailuku. A retired Supervisor at Hawaiian Cement, Damien was a master of many trades: an articulate welder, heavy equipment mechanic, and rock ...