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Clark Spencer

Clark Mililani Spencer, 71, of Kula, Maui, passed away peacefully at the Maui Memorial Medical Center surrounded by family and friends on January 11, 2025. He was born on June 30, 1953 in Honolulu, Oahu to Albert John Spencer and Elaine Ako Spencer. Clark worked for the State of Hawaii ...

Perri Ann Ricci

Perri Ann Ricci, also known as "Puka Perri," passed away on January 7, 2025 in Kihei. She was 36 years old and is survived by her loving husband, Matias, and son, Luka. Perri grew up in New Hope, Pennsylvania with her loving parents and three younger siblings; but Maui had been her physical ...

Rod Hewit

Rod Hewit, 78, of Haiku passed peacefully Dec. 30, 2024. He was the proud father of two daughters, Michelle (Archie) Henry and Jessica (Joe) Silicio, and delighted in three grandchildren, three great-grands and many friends. Rod loved eating with and cooking for friends and family, a ...

Joan Leslie Davenport

Joan Leslie Davenport, who gained her wings on Tuesday, January 28, 2025. Joan was born on May 5, 1960 to Mary and Fortunato "Kinky" Opaon. For 46 years Joan was a hairstylist in Lahaina that worked tirelessly to make all of her clients look and feel their best. Joan is survived by her ...

Wendell Molina

Wendell M. Molina, 61 of Waihee, Maui passed away on Saturday, January 4, 2025. He was born on August 18, 1963, to Marco and Evelyn Molina, Jr. of Waihee, Maui. He was predeceased by his parents. Wendell is survived by his siblings, Duane (Corazon)Molina, Donna (Fred)Ventura, and Jerome Molina. His eight nieces & nephews & fifteen great-nieces & nephews. Wendell worked at Maui Soda & Ice Works, at Hawaiian Commercial & Sugar Co. where he went through their Millwright (Machinist, Welder, Mechanic) apprenticeship program and became a proficient Senior Journey worker working in the Mill. ...

Donna Lee Naomi Vasquez

Donna Lee Naomi Vasquez, 68, of Lahaina, Maui, gained her wings on Friday, January 25, 2025, at the Maui Memorial Hospital surrounded by family, friends, and loved ones, leaving behind a legacy that will continue to inspire and uplift. Donna Lee was born on September 24, 1956, raised in Lahaina, Maui, she was one of eight children, daughter of John (Small Man) Vasquez Sr. and Angelita (Angie) Vasquez (predeceased). A woman who lived by her own terms, Donna Lee was the epitome of strength and independence. Her presence was steady, her determination unwavering, and her ability to ...