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Sean T. Minnock, 57

Sean T. Minnock, 57, of Kihei, passed away December 27, 2017. He was born in Massachusetts on November 17, 1960 to Tom and Kate Minnock of Florida. A consummate entertainer, Sean, together with his wife of 27 years, Lisa Fox Minnock, established Energetic Entertainment, which served clients on Maui, Kauai, Lanai & the mainland. Known for his keen wit, incredible juggling skills (even while marathoning!) and ability to imitate many famous actors/characters — when Sean was around, laughs were guaranteed. Sean loved everything to do with nature and enjoyed early mornings outdoors, ...

Faustina A. Rabe, 91

Faustina A. Rabe, 91, of Kahului, Maui passed away on January 7, 2018 at her residence under the care of her loving family and Hospice Maui. Visitation will be held on Tuesday, January 23, 2018 at Nakamura Mortuary, viewing from 6:00pm, with prayer services to begin at 7:00pm. A second service will be held on Wednesday, January 24, 2018 at Nakamura Mortuary with visitation at 9:00am; burial to follow at Makawao Cemetery. Nakamura Mortuary will assist with arrangements. Faustina was born on March 18, 1926 to Fermin and Catalina Armiendo. She is predeceased by her daughter, Herminia ...

Hubert Schifferling, 81

Hubert Schifferling, 81 of Kihei, passed away on Sunday, January 7, 2018 in Kihei. He was born on December 27, 1936 in Jakarta, Indonesia. A celebration of life will be held at 10 a.m. on Saturday, January 13, 2018 at the Lutheran Kihei Church located at 220 Moi Place, with refreshments and share time afterwards. He is survived by his wife, Beverly Schifferling; son, John Schifferling; daughters, Grace Schifferling, Gail Schifferling, Diane Heyerdahl; siblings, Reg Schifferling, Chuck Schifferling; 7 grandchildren, Courtney, Robert, Billy, David, Sal, Anthony, Sorrelle, Nevaeh, and ...

Alan Takeda, 69

Alan Takeda, 69, of Kahului died Friday, November 24, 2017 after a short illness. Alan was born on June 5, 1948 to Henry and Rose Takeda in Wahiawa, Oahu. He was a graduate of Leileihua High School and the University of Hawaii. He moved to Maui after serving in the U.S. Army, and worked in a variety of fields, including computer and office machine repair, telecommunications on Haleakala, and various social service organizations. He retired from Children’s Protective Services (CPS) as an investigator. He was generous with his time, teaching firearms safety and handling, and ...

Nancy Catherine “Kitty” Thompson, 95

February 12, 1922 – December 11, 2017 Nancy Catherine Thompson “Kitty”, 95 of Kahului, Maui, Hawaii passed away on December 11, 2017 at Hale Makua in Kahului. She was born February 22, 1922 in Durham, North Carolina. Kitty was a loving wife, mother, grandmother and homemaker. She was predeceased by her husband, James H. Thompson Jr. (Jim). She is survived by her son, Rick Thompson; daughter-in-law, Shelby Thompson; and grandson, Brad Thompson. The family would like to thank the West Unit staff at Hale Makua, Kahului for the many years of compassion and excellent care ...

Gary M. Toyama, 70

Gary Mitsuru Toyama, 70, of Kahului, passed away peacefully at home on December 13, 2017, under the care of Islands Hospice and his loving family. Services were held privately. Nakamura Mortuary assisted with arrangements. Gary was born in Kalihi on February 12, 1947 to Mitsuo & Kimie Toyama. He was the second of three children. After graduating from Farnington high school in 1965. Gary worked as an ironworker with Associated Steel Company for over 30 years. When he wasn’t working, he enjoyed his dogs. Gary leaves behind to cherish his memory, his wife Janice Toyama; ...