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Jennifer Lola Hailele Hanawahine, 77

Jennifer Lola Hailele Hanawahine was born in Waimanalo, Oahu on December 22, 1945. Jennifer was called home to be with her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on December 9, 2022 at Hospice Maui in Wailuku. Jennifer was one of God’s fiercest warriors, dedicating much of her time to her Christian faith and to the brothers, sisters, and children who worshiped along-side her at the Faith Family Maui Church (formerly known as Rose of Sharon) in Kahului. Her spiritual dedication, commitment, and unwavering faith was truly extraordinary. After moving to Maui in 1979 as a single mother of 3, ...

Doris Marie Kenui, 63

Doris Marie Kenui of Upcounty Maui was called home to the Lord on December 3, 2022. Doris was born to Edward and Marie (Freitas) Tavares of Upcountry Maui on December 3, 1959. She grew up in Makawao where she lived for most of her life. She graduated from St. Anthony High School in 1977. She worked for many years at Dairy Queen in Pukalani and later in Kahului. Oreo Cookie Blizzards and Chocolate Dipped Cones were always well stocked when she was supervisor. After Dairy Queen she was able to help take care of her mother before she passed away and later her husband, James Kenui before he ...

Michelle Miyajima, 51

Michelle Soares Miyajima, of Spring Valley, Nevada passed away peacefully on Tuesday, November 22, 2022. Michelle was born on April 22, 1971, in Kaunakakai, Molokai. Michelle had an infectious smile and bright personality. She loved to laugh and spend time with friends and family. Michelle is survived by her loving husband, Kyle Miyajima and her son, Nainoa Miyajima. Michelle is also survived by her parents, Jacob and Ruth Soares. Siblings, Jade (Coy) Wright, Bryan (Gwen) Soares, Dexter (Rhona) Soares, Stacy (Alan) Fukuoka. Nieces, Amber (James) Cuadros, Alyssa Fukuoka, Brittni (Chris) ...

Kiyoka Murayama, 97

Kiyoka “Kay” Murayama, peacefully passed away on November 5, 2022, at her home. She is predeceased by her husband - Tabo Murayama, sister – Harumi Yoshikawa, and her brother – Christy Mamiya. She was a beautician and business owner of a hair salon. She was an avid golfer and loved to have a “toot” with friends. She has left behind her brother – Alvin Mamiya and her sister Agnes Mamiya. A funeral service will be held in her honor on December 20th at Nakamura Mortuary. A private burial will be following. Online condolences maybe made at: Nakamuramortuary.com

Allen Masayoshi Nakata, 84

Allen Masayoshi Nakata, of Makawao, passed away on November 23, 2022, at Maui Memorial Medical Center. He is survived by his loving wife, Iris Michiko Nakata, Daughters, Kats Enrique (Edward), Leigh Nakata and Grandchildren Cassidy Suguitan, Seth Suguitan and Taylor Sayles. Visitation will begin at 5:00pm, Monday, December 19, 2022 at Nakamura Mortuary with Prayer Services to follow at 6:00pm. Allen will be laid to rest at a later date and will reside on Oahu. Online condolences may be made at: Nakamuramortuary.com

Anastacia Gille Oviedo “Tasing” “Ana”, 80

Anastacia Gille Oviedo “Tasing” “Ana”, passed away on November 26th, 2022 at her home in Kahului, surrounded by her loved ones. She was born on June 27th, 1942 in Urdaneta City, Pangasinan, Philippines. Wake and funeral services will be at Nakamura Mortuary on December 21 at 6pm and December 22 at 9am with burial to follow at Valley Isle Memorial Park in Haiku. She is predeceased by her parents Bartolome & Anacleta Gille, Brothers–Mariano Gille, Victoriano Gille, & Lorenzo Gille; and sisters–Carolina Cayetano & Virginia Estepular. She is survived by her husband Dencio ...