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Michael Peppers, 59

Michael Alan Peppers, 59 passed away peacefully, surrounded by his family on November 26, 2018 in Lahaina. He was born on March 27, 1959 in Atlanta, GA. to his beloved parents, the late Leon Peppers and Jane Souza. He was a devoted member of the Kahana Door of Faith Church, and was a proud veteran that served this country in the US Army.  He was predeceased by a son, Michael Alan Peppers, Jr. He leaves behind his loving wife, Jacqueline Lum Lung-Peppers, son, Joshua Kalikiano Lum Lung Peppers, Sr, grandchildren, Joshua Kalikiano Lum Lung Peppers Jr. and Alexandra Peppers, brother, ...

Rosario Serrano Sijalbo, 64

Rosario Serrano Sijalbo, 64 of Wailuku, Maui passed away a loving husband, father, brother, grandfather, uncle, cousin and friend on November 13, 2018. He was born in San Juan, Ilocos Sur, Philippines on May 23, 1954. Rosario worked as a Forklift Driver at Maui Land and Pine for 35 years. He later worked for Maui County Park and Rec before retiring in 2017. He is survived by his wife, Rose Giron Sijalbo; sons, Ryan John Sijalbo, Randy (Badam) Sijalbo; parents, Melchor and Teofila Sijalbo (deceased); brothers, Isidro Sijalbo (deceased), Benigno (Herminia) Sijalbo, Jovencio ...

Toshiko “Agnes” Takushi, 85

Toshiko Takushi, 85, of Maui passed away on November 21, 2018 in Kahului. She was born on August 13, 1933. She worked at the University of Hawaii Maui Collage for many years until she retired. Toshiko is survived by her Sisters; Teru Nakamura, Thelma Yara (George), Patsu Chu and Edna Pang (Victor). She is also survived by her Daughter in Laws; Thelma Takushi and Fay Takushi. Along with her Grandchildren; Keri Takushi, Jessica Takushi, Kevin (Shaina) Loke and Ken (Mika) Takushi. Toshiko is predeceased by her husband Ansei Takushi, Sons; Ryan and Randal Takushi. Brother in law ...

Richard P. Tavares, 92

Richard P. Tavares, 92, of Makawao Maui peacefully, passed away on November 30, 2018 at his home under the care of his family and the loving support of Hospice Maui.  He was born January 28, 1926 at Paia Hospital.  Richard retired as a Fire Captain from the Paia Station in 1976 after 30 years of service with the department. Richard is survived by his wife of 74 years, Caroline Tavares; his two sons Richard “Dickie” (Angela) Tavares of Hana, Wendel (Shelley) Tavares of Makawao; his two daughters Lenore “Lee” (Doug) Johnson of Spokane WA, and Patrice “Patty” (Phillip) ...

Nalani Gertrude Akuna, 68

Nalani Gertrude Akuna, 68 of Keanae, Maui, passed away on November 25, 2018 at Hospice Maui Hale. She was born on March 14, 1950 in Keanae, Maui. Visitation will be held from 9 a.m. to 12 noon on Wednesday, December 12, 2018, service will begin at 12 noon, and burial will follow at 2 p.m. at Valley Isle Memorial Park. Nalani is survived by her brothers and sisters, Meiling Akuna, Daisy Goodall, Philomena Kahula, MSG US Army (Ret.) Patrick Akuna, Rita Sommer, MSGT US Marines (Ret.) Peter Ling Chun Akuna; numerous nieces, nephews, and grand nieces and nephews. All monetary donations ...

Thomas Souza, 94

Thomas Souza, 94, of Kihei passed away on November 6, 2018. Thomas was born on March 9, 1924 to Panteleon and Sindina Vares Souza. He is survived by his children; Diana (Gordon) Yen, Theresa Sentinella, Thomas Souza Jr., and Stella Pruse. He is also survived by eleven grandchildren, ten great-grandchildren and three great-great grandchildren. As the third youngest, he is predeceased by his siblings; Mary Paresa, Tony Souza, Manuel Souza, John Souza, Joseph Souza, Cora Wallace, Delores Low, David Souza, Ernest Souza, Henry Souza, Frances Drayer, Arthur Souza. He is also ...