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Shizuko I. Fukutomi, 97

Shizuko I. Fukutomi, 97, of Kahului, passed away on June 4, 2016. She was born in Kaheka, Paia to Kurazo and Mitsuyo Iwamoto, on July 15, 1918.Shizuko retired from Sears, Roebuck, working for many years in the catalog department. She was predeceased by her husband Nick C. Fukutomi, and is survived by her children: Roy (Melissa) Fukutomi, Susan (Kevin) Mihata, and Leigh (Pamela) Fukutomi; grandchildren: Greg Fukutomi, Darryl Fukutomi, Kevin Mihata, Michael Mihata, Courtney Yamashiro, Kara Rusho; great-grandchildren: Brittnee Fukutomi, Hart Fukutomi, Brysen Fukutomi, Kai Mihata, Annika ...

John Alan Gilchrist, 56

John Alan Gilchrist, 56, of Lahaina, Maui passed peacefully Sunday, September 4, 2016 after a battle with colon cancer.John was born in Long Beach, California on December 29, 1959. He graduated from Huntington Beach High School in 1979.John worked as a server at Kapalua Bay Hotel for 30 years. His infectious laughter and easy smile made him a favorite amongst guests.John enjoyed surfing, hiking, golf, tennis and spending time with his family and many friends.John is survived by his two daughters Chelsea and Kirsten Gilchrist; his father Frank Gilchrist; his sisters Margaret Martinez, ...

Cornelia Ah Lin Kunishi, 78

Cornelia Ah Lin Kunishi, 78 of Kahului, Maui passed away on August 16, 2016 at Maui Memorial Medical Center. She was born on June 28, 1938 in Lanai City, Lanai.Private family services were held.Cornelia is survived by husband, Edward Kunishi; daughters, Jody Fortin, Robyn (Duane) De Leon, Leanne (Lance Albiar) Kunishi; 10 grandchildren and 15 great grandchildren. She is predeceased by her parents, James Ah Hook (Elsie Fusae) Wong; son, David James Wong; sister, Janice Wong.Condolences may be sent to: www.ballardfamilymortuaries.com

Mrs. Jean Haruno Migita, 98

Mrs. Jean Haruno Migita, 98, of Kula, passed away peacefully on August 4, 2016, under the care of Islands Hospice, and loving family by her side.Services honoring Mrs. Migita were held privately.Nakamura Mortuary assisted with arrangements.Jean was born on January 20, 1918 to Sadanosuke & Yukino Watanabe in Maui, HI.Mrs. Migita was a homemaker and business owner for Kula Garage & Service. Jean loved to tend to her garden, taking care of her home, and caring for her family. She was a caring and loving person who made a difference in people's lives.Jean is predeceased by her loving ...

Irene Reys, 88

Irene Reys, 88 of Waihe'e passed away on September 2, 2016 at Hale Makua. She was born in Pu'unene on March 17, 1928.A Memorial Service will be held at St. Ann's Catholic Church in Waihe'e on Friday, September 16, 2016 at 9:00am with Mass at 10:00 and in-nichment at Maui Veteran's Cemetery at 1:00pm.Irene is survived by her daughters, Kathleen (Virgil, deceased) Ordonez, Geraldine (Wayne) Royce; son, Glenn Reys; brothers, Severino Presbitero, Pedro Presbitero; 10 grandchildren, 15 great-grand-children and 1 great-great-grandchild. Irene is predeceased by her husband,Lucas; daughter, ...

Mickie Warren Sheets, 73

Mickie Warren Sheets, 73, of Makawao, Maui passed away on August 31, 2016, at his home, under the care of Islands Hospice. He was born on August 16, 1943, in St. Helens, Oregon.Mickie was a retired Operations Manager for Oceanic Time Warner. He was predeceased by his brother, Richard Sheets. He is survived by his wife, Lydia Sheets; Daughter, Carrol Meredith; step-daughter, Gina (Hardeep) Reddick; siblings, Les (Sandy) Sheets, Wanda (Buck) Martin; 4 grandchildren; and 3 great grandchildren.Private family services were held.The family would like to express gratitude for the support and ...