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Charla Haunani Cuttie, 52

Charla Haunani Cuttie 52 of Wailuku, Maui passed away on September 1, 2021 in Honolulu, Hawaii. She was born on January 20, 1969 in Honolulu, Hawaii to Robert Joseph Cuttie and Adela Roselani Cuttie. Charla was a 1987 Graduate of Maui High School and went on to pursue her degree in Communications (1994) at Pacific University in Forest Grove, Oregon. Charla was a “Scrappy” athlete who excelled in Soccer, Track, Softball, and Handball. Upon completion of high school Charla furthered her athletics by playing Soccer and Handball for Pacific University and was named, All Ameri-can ...

Masako Nakasone, 91

Masako Nakasone (aka: Betty Nakasone) 91 years old of Kahului, Maui went to be with the Lord on August 11, 2021. She was a Truck Driver for Dole Company on Lanai and worked as an Adult Supervisor / Custodian at Paia Elementary School in Paia. She liked listening to Hawaiian and Japanese/Okinawan Music and watching hula and Okinawan and Japanese Dances. Masako was preceded by her husband Koei Nakasone, Her father: Matsu Futema and Mother Kamaru Yamashiro. Preceded by her brothers: Hideo Hotema, Takematsu Futema,and Sister: Sueko Futema Hatayama. Masako was survived by her ...

Yukie Nihei, 85

Yukie Nihei, 85, passed away on August 7, 2021 at Kula Hospital. Private services will be held at Makawao Hongwanji Mission at a later date. Nakamura Mortuary is assisted with arrangements. Mrs. Nihei was born on December 13, 1935 in Makawao, Maui. She is the daughter of Masaichi and Chiso Kametani. She was an agricultural farmer. She leaves behind to cherish her memory, sons, Dennis Nihei, Craig Nihei, Randy Nihei; 1 grandchild, Kody Nihei and brother, Haruo Kametani. She loved working with her plants on her farm. Online condolences can be left at: Nakamuramortuary.com

Michael John Cabral, 68

Michael John Cabral, of Kihei, Maui, peacefully passed away on Saturday, July 31, 2021. Michael was born on June 26, 1953 in Puunene, Maui. He is survived by his siblings Marty Cabral (Sue), Bobby Cabral (Maureen), Jane Tabura (Ron), Judy Bolosan, Richard Cabral (Arrian), Theresa Ropati (Pati), Paul Cabral (Cheryl), Peter Cabral (Gardenia) with many nieces and nephews. Michael retired from Ka Lima O Maui after working for over 25 years in their Grounds Department. A “CELEBRATION OF LIFE” will be held on Saturday, September 25, 2021 at Waipuilani Park (Maui Sunset) at ...

Pauline Espanto, 98

Pauline Espanto, 98, of Lana’i. Born in Kohala on the island of Hawaii January 26, 1923 had peacefully passed on September 8, 2021 in Wailuku. She is predeceased by her spouse Felix Espanto. She is a mother of 6 children, predeceased to Alberto (Marjory) Rabang, Survived by Edward (Phylis- Deceased) Rabang, Ronald (Lety) Rabang, Michael Sr. (Deborah) Rabang, San-dra Butzow, Claudia Preza. Survived by only living sibling Harry (Marcy) Haime. She retired from Dole Pineapple Company and also retired as a Laundry worker at a Hotel on Lana’i. She has 16 grandchildren, 36 great ...

Veronica Cabello Mariano, 93

Veronica Cabello Mariano, 93, of Lahaina, Maui, passed away on September 8, 2021, at Hale Makua Kahului. She was born on February 11, 1928, in Narvacan, Ilocos Sur, Philippines. Visitation will be held from 8:30 a.m. to 10:00 a.m. on Wednesday, September 22, 2021, at Ballard Family Mortuary; with service to begin at 10:00 a.m. Final viewing will continue until 11:30 a.m. followed by burial 12:00 p.m., at Valley Isle Memorial Park Cemetery in Haiku. Due to covid19, the use of masks and social distancing practices are required. Veronica was a retired Housekeeper at Napili Kai. ...