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Norman Kalani Viela, 86

Norman Kalani Viela of Wailuku, Maui, passed away on September 30, 2023, at his home. He was born on August 29, 1937 in Wailuku, Maui. Norman is predeceased by his wife, Jerry Jean Viela. He is survived by his children, Norma (Kelvin) Viela-Verzosa, Jay (Lynn) Viela, Jon (Maile) Viela; 7 grandchildren, Jaymie Viela (Kimo Ballesteros), Chassie (Senituli) Vainikolo, Jrae Viela, Kiera Viela (Nevan Watanabe), Kalena Viela, Jrew Kupono Viela (predeceased), Jai Viela and 1 great grandchild, Jaxx Ballesteros. Norman is survived by his brother, Allan (Laura) Viela and sister, Williet ...

Jeanette Buxton, 94

Jeanette Margaret Buxton 94, formerly Jeanette Cook, of Maui, Hawaii and Oakland, Oregon died gently in the care of her family with support from Hospice Maui on August 31, 2023. Jeanette was born April 6,1929 to Richard and Henrietta (Wanstall) Braithwaite in Dobbs Ferry, New York. She was an accomplished musician, cherished friend and passionate supporter of educational and environmental causes. She is survived by husband B. Anthony Buxton of Oregon, 3 daughters, Mary Saunders, Maggie (Billy) Welker and Theresa Cook, one son, Richard Cook and predeceased by 2 sons Joseph and Daniel ...

Claire H. Suzuki, 84

Claire H. Suzuki peacefully passed away at home on September 4, 2023. She was born in Puunene to the late Toru and Miyoshi Tomita. She is predeceased by her brother Gordon Tomita. Claire is survived by her husband Arthur Suzuki, sons Wade (Charise) Suzuki and Daren (Susan) Suzuki, brother Ronald Tomita, and four grandchildren Carter, Jena, Reannon and Richelle. Private services were held. The family requests no koden/monetary offerings, or flowers. Special thank you to Maui Memorial Medical Center & Staff, Hale Makua Rehab & Staff, and Maui Hospice & Staff.

Jaime James Cabudol, 71

Jaime James Cabudol of Wailuku, Maui, passed away on September 16, 2023. He was born on July 16, 1952, in Wailuku. Private services will be held. Jaime was a Carpet Installer. He was predeceased by his parents, Melencio & Eusebia Cabudol. He is survived by his companion, Tina Moniz; sons, Jeremy Brown, Keola Cabudol; daughter, Kanani Cabudol; siblings, Lorrie (Larry) Hamilton, Melencio “Mickey” (Missy) Cabudol Jr., Roger (Madge) Cabudol, Lita Apo, Paul (Terri) Cabudol; and his soulmate, Pedro the doggie. Online condolences may be made at: ...

John Y. Karakawa, 79

John Yutaka Karakawa of Wailuku, Maui, passed away on July 30, 2022. He was preceded by his parents, Ichijiro Karakawa and Koyoshi Okusada Karakawa. He is survived by his brother Shigeru (Carol) Karakawa. Private services have been held. The family re-quest no Koden. Online condolences may be made at: Nakamuramortuary.com

Anita Toshiko Yamafuji, 95

Anita Toshiko Yamafuji of Lahaina, passed away on September 18, 2023, at Hale Makua Wailuku, surrounded by family. She was born on January 10, 1928, in Lahaina Maui, to Chujiro and Fusa Kamimoto. A memorial service will be held on Wednesday, October 11, 2023, at Ballard Family Mortuary. Visitation will begin at 3:30 p.m.; services start at 4:30 p.m. Anita was a retired Licensed Practical Nurse. She worked at the Pioneer Mill Hospital, Maui Memorial Hospital, Maui Medical Group and the Lahaina Kaiser Clinic. She is predeceased by her husband, Takashi Yamafuji; son, Todd Yamafuji; and ...