We, the family of Edward Akahi, are saddened by this covid-19 situation and have decided to POSTPONE funeral services until we choose a new date to celebrate. We will share the updated details with you as they're available. The original obituary ran as a display ad on Saturday/Sunday issue, August 8, 2020 in The Maui News. Online condolences: www.nakamuramortuary.com
Evelyn Naoye Kamasaki, 96, of Waikapu, Maui, passed away peacefully in her sleep, on March 30, 2020. Evelyn was born in Waikiki, Hawaii, on November 03, 1923, the sixth of seven children born to the late Shotaro and Misawo Hirata. She was preceded in death by her husband, Teruo Kamasaki of Waikapu; siblings Shizue Hirata, James (Hisako) Hirata, Tadao (Masako) Hirata, Jerome Hirata, Shigeto Hirata, and Toshio Hirata; and son-in-law Robert McCarthy. She is survived by her two daughters, Cynthia (Robert) McCarthy and Claire (Life Partner Bob Ellis) Kamasaki, and her two grandchildren ...
Leonida A. Tabag, 87, of Wailuku passed away peacefully on July 24, 2020 at Maui Memorial Medical Center. She was born on April 4, 1933 in Pinili Ilocos Norte, Philippines. Leonida is survived by her children, Rolando (Zenaida Imelda) Tabag, Romeo (Cherry Lyne) Tabag, Marilou (David) Livergood, Jerry (Noralyn) Tabag, Cristobal (Evangeline) Aguinaldo, Melicio (Leonila) Pahinag, Rowena Tabag; siblings, Melicio (Clarita) Aguinaldo, Magdelena Tacotaco, Arsenia Tacotaco, Oilvia Gamayo; 15 grandchildren and 10 great grandchildren. She is predeceased by her husband Ernesto Cristobal Tabag ...
Fred H. Yamashige, 97, of Wailuku passed away on July 10, 2020. He was born on March 27, 1923 in Pulehu, Maui. Fred worked at Maui Land & Pineapple Co. for 40 years. He is survived by his wife, Helen; daughter Emilyn (Earl) Kono; sons Eric (Iris) and Kyle (Sandra); 5 grandchildren and 2 great-grandchildren. He is also survived by sisters Shirley (James) Tobita and Yoshiko Yoshioka. Sergeant Fred H. Yamashige earned a Silver Star for his courage, initiative and leadership while serving with the 100th Infantry Battalion, 442nd Regimental Combat Team, D Company. The family ...
Information for Services was omitted: Due to Covid-19 the family will continue to practice social distancing and have a Family and Friends Drive-By for Condolences on Saturday, August 8, 2020 10am - 1pm at the Ballard's Mortuary parking lot. He was a loyal member of the Operating Engineers Union Local 3 for 50 years. He is also survived by Hanai grandsons Dwayne Sula (Joy) and Cristopher "Chris" Sula (Amber); and Hanai great granddaughter Alus Sula (Dwayne & Joy). Also spelling of his great grandson, should be Qynten Thibodeaux.
Roberto Punio Cua, 85, of Kahului passed away peacefully on July 23, 2020. He was born on April 30, 1935 and was raised in Orpheum Village in Paia. Roberto was a Draftsman by trade and later retired as a Palletizer at Maui Land and Pineapple Company. He enjoyed fishing, cycling, going to the movies and bingo. Roberto is survived by his children, Robert (Chantilly) Cua, Patrick (Jennifer) Cua, Brian Cua, Catherine (Garrett) Kawada, Rhonda (William) Barut; siblings, Pastora Monces, Felix Cua Jr., Tercita Salvida; 8 grandchildren; and 6 great grandchildren. He is predeceased by his ...