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June Fusako Hironaka, 76

June Fusako Hironaka, 76, passed away peacefully on February 3, 2017, with her loving husband by her side. Services honoring Mrs. Hironaka were held privately. Nakamura Mortuary assisted with arrangements. Mrs. Hironaka was born in Yamaga Kumamoto, Japan, to Kamehachi and Fumiko Watanabe. June was a Japanese tour coordinator, who took pride in her work. She loved to cook, sew, play in Vegas, dance at the Obon Festivals, play gateball, but most importantly, spend time with her family. June leaves to cherish her memory, her loving husband, Noboru Hironaka; sons, Alan Hironaka, ...

Masaya Kametani, 93

Masaya Kametani, 93, of Kula, passed away peacefully on January 24, 2017 surrounded by his loving family. Services honoring Mr. Kametani were held privately by family. Makawao Hongwanji and Nakamura Mortuary assisted with arrangements. Masaya was born on November 18, 1923 in Maui, HI to Masaichi & Chiso Kametani. He was a lifelong farmer who worked hard to provide for his family. He enjoyed landscaping, carpentry, but most importantly, spending time with family. Masaya leaves behind to cherish his memory, his beloved wife, Ayame Kametani, sons, Alvin Kametani, and Clyde ...

Moses K. Kauhaahaa Jr., 85

Moses K. Kauhaahaa Jr., 85 of Kahakuloa, Maui passed away on February 16, 2017 at his residence under the care of his loving family and Islands Hospice. He was born on November 16, 1931 in Honolulu. Moses retired from Maui Electric Company. Visitations will be held on Sunday, March 5, 2017 at Ballard Family Mortuary Kahului from 9:00am to 11:00am; with service to begin at 11:00am; cremation to follow. Moses is survived by his companion, Lourdes Baylosis; sons, Rodney (Lani) Kauhaahaa, Moses (Noe) Kauhaahaa III, Chad (Lena) Kauhaahaa; daughter, Mokihana Kauhaahaa; brothers, ...

Alvin Masao Kobayashi, 61

Alvin Masao Kobayashi, 61, passed away peacefully on January 18, 2017, with his family by his side. Services honoring Mr. Kobayashi were held privately. Nakamura Mortuary assisted with arrangements. Mr. Kobayashi was born on July 30, 1955 in Lahaina, Hawaii, to Keichi and Harue Kobayashi. Alvin was a produce clerk. Alvin leaves to cherish his memory, brothers, Lester Kobayashi, Lance Kobayashi, and David Kobayashi. Online condolences may be offered at www.nakamuramortuary.com

Willis Eddington Leach

Husband of Margaret A. Leach (Deceased), passed away on Friday, February 3rd at 1:30 a.m. He is survived by his five children, eleven grandchildren, eight great grandchildren, and four stepsons. Willis was a Veteran of WW2, with two bronze stars, and a ribbon for the Liberation of the Philippines. He was a gentle, kind and quiet man that will be sorely missed for his quiet wisdom, and gentle humor. Willis was a Design Engineer, built and designed many homes for he and his wife Margaret. He always liked to keep his hands and his mind busy. Being a seasoned sailor, Willis loved ...

Bruce Ryan Lee, 67

Bruce Ryan Lee, 67 of Pukalani, Maui passed away on February 15, 2017 under the care of his loving family and Islands Hospice. He was born on September 8, 1949 in Puunene, Maui. Bruce was the owner of Newcomer-Lee Land Surveyors, Inc. Visitations will be held on Thursday, March 2, 2017 at Ballard Family Mortuary Kahului from 5:00pm to 9:00pm; with service to begin at 6:30pm; cremation and private burial to follow. Bruce is survived by his wife, Joanne Lee; son, Murray Lee; daughter, Lyndelle (Shan) Tsutsui; brothers, Solomon (Jeanette) Lee Jr., Curtis (Ella) Lee; sister, ...