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Orlando Richard Orpilla, 79

Orlando R. “Lando” Orpilla 79, of Makawao, Maui formally of Honolulu Oahu. Born on Maunaloa Molokai on December 8, 1940. Lando went home to Heaven on January 31, 2020. Lando is survived by his wife, Eva “Sissy” Orpilla; sons, Orlando Jr. (Chico), Gerald, Delancey (Charmaine) Orpilla, George – deceased (Verna), Chad (Cheyanne) and Brad Thompson; daughters, Lana –Lee Rabun and Daphane Orpilla both of California; brother-in-law, Sergio (Suki) Currameng of Honolulu, Allen (Donna) Gomes of Honolulu, Brian Poaha of Molokai; sister-in-law, Georgeann Abrew; 15 grandchildren; 8 ...

Robert Edward Remington, 68

It is with great sadness that the family announces the passing of Robert Edward Remington on February 27, 2020 after a wonderful 68 years of life.  He passed away peacefully in his Haiku home with loving family by his side. The family would like to thank Islands Hospice for the gentle care they provided when taking care of Robert. A private funeral service for immediate family will be taking place on Oahu. Nakamura Mortuary will be assisting in arrangements. Robert was born on November 7, 1951 in Portland, Oregon to Edward and Carolyn Remington. Robert is survived by his loving ...

Alice L. Steele, 93

Alice Lani Steele, 93 of Hana, Maui passed away on February 25, 2020 at Hale Makua Kahului. She was born on July 30, 1926 In Kona, Hawaii to Masu K. Hashimoto and Helen K. Akana. She was a retired salesperson for Lucky Stores. Alice was also a member of Wananalua Church in Hana. Alice is Survived by her siblings; Masu Hashimoto, Clifford (Ululani) Hashimoto, and Winona Matsumura. She is predeceased by her husband Charles Steele. Urn Innichement will be held 11:00am on Thursday March 12, 2020 at Maui Veterans Cemetery in Makawao. Condolences may be made to: www.ballardfamilymortuaries.com

Silvestre D. Baggao, 92

There was a misprint in the picture Obituary that ran in The Maui News on, The Weekender, February 29-March 1, 2020 issue. Visitation will be held on Friday, March 6, 2020 at Nakamura Mortuary in Wailuku from 5:30pm to 9:00pm with prayer service to begin at 7:00pm; continue on Saturday, March 7, 2020 at Christ the King Church in Kahului from 8:30am to 9:00am; mass to start at 9:00am, burial to follow at 10:30am taking place at Maui Memorial Park. Online condolences: www.nakamuramortuary.com

Marivick B. Bugtong, 53

Marivick B. Bugtong, 53 of Makawao, Maui passed away peacefully on Thursday, February 27, 2020. She was born in Lanai City, Lanai on November 22, 1966. She is survived by her mother, Marina Bugtong; father, Gaudencio (Francisca) Bugtong; sister, Prudencia “Prudy” Bugtong and Evelyn (Perry) Ugale. She was predeceased by brother, Menandro Bugtong. For nearly 35 years, she has graced many people with her beautiful and infectious smile at the McDonalds drive thru of Wailuku town center. The Bugtong family would like to express a heartfelt gratitude to the staff of Islands Hospice ...

Virgil Emmitt “Moki” Day, Jr., 76

Moki had passed away on Sunday, February 9, 2020. He was born in Hilo, Hawaii on December 13, 1943 to the late Virgil Emmitt Day, Sr. & Apolonia Day. He was a Hawaiian Activist and he was a Vice President of the Pele Defense Fund. He will continue to live in the hearts of his wife, Charmaine Kailipaka-Day; daughter, Amy Day; son, Patrick Day; 3 brothers, 1 sister; 4 grandchildren; and numerous nieces, nephews, extended family members and friends. A Celebration of Life will be held at Hale Pili in Kahikinui on March 8, 2020 from 11:00 a.m. until pau. Family requests to bring one happy ...