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Molly Ayano Tokunaga, 84

Molly Ayano Tokunaga, 84 of Wailuku, Maui passed away surrounded by her loved ones on Thursday, April 5th, 2018. She was born in Puunene Hospital on July, 13th, 1933. Molly was a Teacher for many years. She was pre-deceased by her loving husband, Eiju Tokunaga. She is survived by her son, Craig Tokunaga (Susan); daughters, Lori Jio (Stacey), Dayni Shimomura (Brian); sister, Joyce Kimura; 5 grandchildren, Chase, Cayla, Christine, Lynsey and Micah. The family would like to acknowledge Lorena Raras, for her compassionate love and care that was given to Molly during her time, along with ...

Michael Torres Jr., 74

Michael Torres Jr., 74, of Wailuku, passed away peacefully at Kula Hospital on March 20, 2018, surrounded by his loving family. Services honoring Mr. Torres Jr. will be held on April 21, 2018 at St. Anthony, with public visitation to begin at 10:00am, and mass at 11:00am. Mr. Torres Jr. will be laid to eternal rest at Maui Memorial Park at 12:30pm. Michael was born on May 11, 1943 in Wailuku to Michael & Tokuye “Alice” Kosaka Torres. He will be remembered for his good sense of humor, his outgoing nature and his appreciation for fast cars, family, and friends. Michael ...

Daniel H. Watanabe, 94

Daniel Hisao Watanabe, 94, of Makawao, passed away peacefully at Hale Makua Kahului on April 2, 2018, surrounded by his loving family. Services honoring Mr. Watanabe will be held privately. Please, no monetary donations. Daniel was born on July 7, 1923 in Kula to Hitomi & Yoshio Watanabe. He was the younger of two boys. Daniel proudly served in the U.S. Army and upon his return; he married his love, Hisae “Edith” Masusako on June 4, 1954. Daniel was a hard worker and took pride in providing for his family. He retired from the UH Extension Service as an Agriculture Research ...

Sara Jean Wailani “Nani” Boeche, 70,

Sara Jean Wailani “Nani” Boeche, 70, of Hana, Maui passed away on March 2, 2018 in Kapolei, Hawaii. She was born March 9, 1947 in Wailuku, Maui. She is survived by Sons: Kunihi Boeche, Kimo Boeche. Sisters: Leo Guererro, Pearl Pahukao. Grandchildren: Shyla, Sarai, Shadie and Skye. Services will be held Saturday April 14, 2018 at Keanae Congregational Church at 9:00am. Casual attire.

James Henry “Kimo” Galbraith

Born: 5/3/34 Passed:2/28/18 Service: SAT 4/14 9:30 AM (Services) Kamaole Beach Park I (at far left on grassy area) Kimo is survived by his longtime companion, Janet Vargas Manibog, of 16 years; his sister Joanne Mintz of California, his hanai brother Buddy (Mildred) Korkes (formerly of Kihei Maui, John Pitch & longtime friend Janice Porter. He is also survived by his hanai children, grand children and great-grand children and his beloved White Falcon Crest Australian Cockatoo “Kolohe”. Kimo was a longtime heavy equipment operator for Jesse Spencer at Spencer Homes in Oahu ...

Tracy Masayuki Takayama, 51

Tracy Masayuki Takayama, 51, of Wailuku, passed away on April 1, 2018 at his residence under Hospice Care. He was born on August 17, 1966 in Wailuku. Tracy worked at the Hyatt Regency Resort on Maui as a Group Biller. He is survived by his brother, Jason (Kelcie) Takayama; uncle, Michio (Reiko) Yoshizu; aunts, Patsy Yasui, Emiko (Yoshiharu) Nakamura, Reiko Kondo, Joyce (Richard) Mitsumori, and Geraldine (Wallace) Matsuda. Private services were held. Ballard Family Mortuary assisted with the arrangements. Condolences may be sent at: www.ballardfamilymortuaries.com