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A celebration of life for Willie K

First photo: Willie K's wife Debbie Kahaiali'i (from left) and children Koko, Pomai and Toni Kahaiali'i pose with a tribute that includes some of his most iconic instruments and hats Tuesday. "It feels nice that people still remember him and still love him," Debbie said. Second photo: Kaipo Nu'uhiwa, mother of legendary entertainer Willie Kahaiali'i, known as Willie K, waves to passersby with niece Tania Ilaoa during a drive-by celebration of life at Lahaina's Wahikuli Wayside Park Tuesday afternoon. The event marked the one-year anniversary of Willie K's death from cancer. The event drew family, friends, former bandmates and fans. Third photo: A photo of Willie K is featured at Tuesday's celebration.