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Edward (Eddie) Irwin Lee, 57

Edward Irwin Lee, 57, of Kihei, Maui, passed away peacefully on August 23, 2020. Services honoring Mr. Edward Lee were held privately by family. Edward was born on April 4, 1963 to Mr. Jeffrey and Mrs. Naslene Lee in Honolulu, HI. Edward was a mason for Local 630 Union for 30 plus years and enjoyed being an example of a hard worker to his friends and family. When he wasn't working, he would find his peace by going diving, and fishing; but most importantly, he loved quality time with his family. Edward Irwin Lee is predeceased by his mother, Naslene Lee. ...

Frances Carol Oshiro, 72

On August 26, 2020, Frances “Fran” Carol Oshiro, 72, passed away at home. She was born on December 20, 1947 in Paia to Frank Villamor Almasin and Roberta Lospoc, attended Haiku School and graduated from Maui High School, Class of ’65. She retired from the County of Maui, S. Maui Parks. Fran enjoyed golf, softball, volleyball, and horseshoes. Her favorite passion was going to Vegas using family reunions as a reason to “gotta go!” It did not matter; she went as often as she could. She truly was a loyal Washington Redskins fan and would proudly display the Redskins Logo. ...

Sadae Uyeno, 93

Sadae Uyeno, 93, of Kahului, Maui passed away in the comfort of her home on September 1, 2020. Private services honoring Ms. Uyeno will be held at a later date. Sadae was born on October 23, 1926 in Makawao, Maui, Hawaii. In her retirement years, she volunteered with various Maui County programs. She also enjoyed travelling and cruising. Sadae Uyeno is predeceased by her loving husband, Hiroshi "Jack" Uyeno, and she is survived by daughter, Karen (Raymond) Aguinaldo. Online condolences: www.nakamuramortuary.com

Teresa Virginia Avallone, 87

8/06/1933-8/26/2020 Teresa was reunited with her beloved Husband, John E Avallone on August 26th 2020,Wednesday at 4:45am in her home in Kihei Maui at the age of 87yrs. Teresa's Husband John was the youngest of 8 brothers and sisters all deceased now and Teresa was the last surviving spouse to pass. She is survived by her 2 children, Son, Dr. John Avallone DC of Kihei Maui, Daughter, Michelle Anderson of Kihei Maui, Grandson, Jeffrey Anderson of Kihei Maui and Grandson and lovely Wife, Jonathan and DeeDee Anderson who resides in Arizona. Teresa was originally born and raised in New ...

Guthrie “Sonny” Julio Franco, 65

Guthrie "Sonny" Julio Franco passed away on July 1, 2020 in Wailuku, Maui at the age of 65. Sonny was born on September 30, 1954 in Puunene Maui, Hawaii to Julio and Susan Franco. He Graduated from St. Anthony High School. He was a Vietnam Veteran and served in the Navy. Sonny is preceded in death by his Mother, Susan Franco and Granddaughter Liliana. Sonny is survived by his partner, Mary Jane Kramer, Daughters; Rachelle Franco-Arelio, Jennifer Franco Karagianes, Malia Rountree and Brittany Lynn Jiles Stepdaughters Chelsea Franco and Jillian Rogers and Father Julio Franco. Sonny ...

Mae Mieko Kitaoka, 69

Mae Mieko Kitaoka, 69, of Makawao, passed away on August 30, 2020 at Maui Memorial Medical Center. She was born on May 13, 1951 in Wahiawa, Hawaii. Mae is survived by her husband, Rodney Kitaoka; daughters, Alyson Kitaoka, Jill (Steven) Ly; sisters, Jessie Cummings, Gail (Gary) Takahashi and Amy Yoshihara. She is predeceased by her parents, Fred and Shizuko Yoshihara; and son, Casey Kitaoka. Mae was a 1969 graduate of Leilehua High School and then attended the University of Hawaii where she earned her degree in Education. In 1979 she followed her husband, “Mits” to Maui which ...