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Ruby Leilani ‘Paleka’ Shimooka, 79

Ruby Leilani ‘Paleka’ Shimooka, 79, of Oahu died May 21, 2022 in Kahului, Maui surrounded by her loved ones. Born on the island of Moloka‘i to Daniel Keli’iholokai Paaniani and Ellen Elena Paleka, she lived on Oahu and was a retired bus driver at Oahu Transportation Services. She is survived by sons Donald (Lei) Dudoit, Zandee (Corina) Dudoit; daughters Julia (George) Kekona, Hoku Dudoit, Janet ‘Shizuno’ Faufata and Gina (Austin) Nihipali Salcedo; sisters Josephine Manaba, Julia Kaiwi, brothers Severino ‘Bu’ Dela Cruz, Richard Dela Cruz and many grand and great ...

Megumi Takemoto, 91

Megumi Takemoto, 91 of Makawao, Maui passed away on May 13, 2022 under the care of Hospice Maui. A private service was held at Makawao Hongwanji on Saturday, June 4, 2022. Mrs. Takemoto was born on October 7, 1930 in Wailuku, Maui. She was the daughter of Genjiro and Suye Honda. Megumi worked for Komoda Bakery in Makawao as a cashier. She loved the simple life, always taking care of her family and children. Her favorite past time was relaxing at the end of the day with her family and watching Wheel of Fortune. Megumi is survived by her beloved husband, Susumu Takemoto; children, ...

Zachary Keanu Tianio, 47

After a long 4yr. Battle with cancer, Zachary Keanu Tianio, 47, of Wailuku, Maui joined his father in heaven on May 8th, 2022, surrounded by his family. He was born on September 22, 1974 and raised in Haiku, Maui. Zachary is survived by his loving wife of 33yrs. Tammy Kaina Tianio and his two daughters Raenisha and Melody Kaina Tianio. His parents Amelia Tianio-Kaauwai (Mother), Mauro (Diane) Tianio Jr. (Father). His sisters Earleen (Moondo) Tianio, Joanna (Johnny) Kusunoki, Wendy Lee. His brothers Mauro Tianio, James (Kristi) Murray, Derrick Tianio, along with many nieces and nephews. ...

Grace H. Yamamoto, 85

Grace H. Yamamoto, 85, of Kaunakakai, Molokai passed away on May 4 at the Queen’s Medical Center on Oahu. Born in Lahaina, she was a homemaker. Visitation at 9:00 a.m.; Services at 10:00 a.m. on Saturday, June 25 at Kaunakakai Baptist Church. Casual or aloha attire. No flowers. Survived by daughters, Clarice Paro of Hilo, Francine Yamamoto of Kihei; sons, Eric (Emmalani Kela) Yamamoto of Hilo, Leslie (Poniala) Yamamoto of Las Vegas, Jacob Yamamoto, Jr. of Kihei; sisters, Margaret Kishi of Maui and Gladys Watanabe of Oahu; eight grandchildren; one great-grandchild; nieces and nephews. ...

Grace H. Yamamoto, 85

Grace H. Yamamoto, 85, of Kaunakakai, Molokai passed away on May 4 at the Queen’s Medical Center on Oahu. Born in Lahaina, she was a homemaker. Visitation at 9:00 a.m.; Services at 10:00 a.m. on Saturday, June 25 at Kaunakakai Baptist Church. Casual or aloha attire. No flowers. Sur-vived by daughters, Clarice Paro of Hilo, Francine Yamamoto of Kihei; sons, Eric (Emmalani Kela) Yamamoto of Hilo, Leslie (Poniala) Yamamoto of Las Vegas, Jacob Yamamoto, Jr. of Kihei; sisters, Margaret Kishi of Maui and Gladys Watanabe of Oahu; eight grandchildren; one great-grandchild; nieces and nephews. ...

Edward B. Apana, 70

Edward “Eddie” B. Apana of Kahului, Maui passed away peacefully on May 4, 2022 at Wailuku Hale Makua. Eddie was born on June 26, 1951 in Honolulu, Hawaii. Eddie was an auto mechanic for the Trucking Industry. Eddie is survived by his son Chad Apana; Grandsons: Jamieson and Benjamin Apana. Siblings: Roger Apana, Neil (Betsy) Apana, Norine (Floyd) Miyazono, Mark (Sheila) Apana and numerous Nieces & Nephews. Predeceased by Parents Carl “Rusty” and Joyce Apana. Memorial Service over Ashes will be held at Norman’s Mortuary Wailuku on Friday, June 10, 2022 from 4:00pm - ...