Obituaries

Bernadette “Bernie” Margaret Vasconcellos Souza, 87, of Kaapahu Homesteads passed away on April 10. Bernie was born to Frank Vasconcellos and Scholastica Vasconcellos (Pacheco) in 1933 in Honolulu. She was married to Edward V. Souza for 59 years until his death in 2018. Bernadette is survived by sister Clothilda DeMello, sons Edward Souza, Colin (Cecilia) Souza, Shawn (Mary) Souza, four grandchildren, four great-grandchildren, and numerous cousins, nieces, and nephews. Services will be held at Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic Church in Honokaa on Saturday, April 24. Viewing from 9:00am, mass at 10:00am. Casual attire. No flowers please. Private burial.

Jovencio M. Pimentel Sr., 70, of Na’alehu, passed away on April 16th at Ka’u Hospital. Born in the Philippines, he was a heavy equipment operator and state highway worker for the County of Hawaii.

Services held.

He is survived by his wife Zenaida M. Pimentel; sons, Jovencio M. (Emiliana) Pimentel Jr., Mark Philip M. Pimentel, and John Edward King M. Pimentel; daughter, Maria Jovaida (Darian) Pimentel-Holiday; brothers Romolo M. Pimentel, and Marcelino M. Pimentel Jr.; sisters, Narcisa P. Sanchez, Evangeline M. Pimentel and Estrella P. Feisth, 2 grandchildren, and numerous aunts, uncles and cousins.

Arrangements by Ballard Family Mortuary Hilo

Clayton Anthony Alexander (63) born at Maui Memorial Hospital and grew up in Naska. Passed away May 8, 2021. He was a loving husband, dad, grandfather, brother, uncle and friend that is survived by his wife Janet Alexander, children Dustin Alexander, Zachary Alexander, Bridget (Daniel) Rodgers, and Christian Alexander. He was an amazing grand papa to his three beautiful grandchildren Kai, Jasmine, and Jonah.

Josephine Itliong Paet, 61 of Lacey, Washington passed on April 18, 2021. She was born in Laoac, Philippines to

Francisco Itilong & Juliana Dulay on January 26, 1960.

She worked at Madigan Army Medical Center as acertified tumor registrar.

She is survived by her husband; Danny A. Paet, mother; Juliana Dulay Itliong, son; Michael (Noelle) Paet,

daughter; Kristel Paet, grandchildren; Lucas, Landon & Lennox, brothers Roberto (Perlita) Itliong, Armenio (Lucrecia) Iltiong, William (Cristina) Itliong, Virgilio (Eliza) Itliong, Orlando (Marissa) Itliong, & sisters; Elyzabeth Itliong & Rosalie (Arnold) Ancheta.

She is pre-deceased by her father; Francisco Itliong.

Public visitation will be on Friday, May 14, 2021 from 10:30 AM - 1:00PM.

Juan “Jum” Cayan Jr., 68, of Wailuku, Maui passed away surrounded by his loving family on April 20, 2021. He was born on September 3, 1952 in Lana’i, Hawaii to Juan Cayan and Josephine Baldimor-Pascua. He worked in the Hawaii Ironworkers Union Local 625 for 40 plus years and retired in 2013 from Maui Industrial Metal Fabricators.

He is predeceased by his parents Juan Cayan and Josephine Baldimor-Pascua. Daughter Jody Cayan and Grandson Cam Balignasay. He is survived by spouse Norma Jean Cayan. Daughters Dorian “Deedee” Espinosa, Jamie (John) Balignasay and Jena (Naz) Nunez. Sons Jensen (Alana) Cayan, and Jon (Crystalyn) Cayan. Brothers Jim Cayan and Douglas (Luka) Cayan. Sisters Jean Cuaresma, Doreen (Francis) Pedro, Gwen (Charles) Kaukeano and Lucille “Porky” (Michael) Baltazar. Stepmother Josefa Cayan. 11 grandchildren, numerous nieces and nephews.

He loved his hometown of Lana’i, even though he lived on Maui. You could take the boy out of Lana’i, but not his HEART. Lana’i, was always just a BEAT away. He enjoyed hunting and had his favorite spots back home. He was known to always capture the moment through photos and videos. From first steps, to sports, to special events and more. He was also known for Pidgin sayings. Like “Wat you thinkin” and “Bumbai you learn”. He was always punctual and would scold his family if we were late. He loved his family dearly. He enjoyed working with his grandchildren in their selective sports, because he wanted them to be successful. Our family was known to always be on the Diamond. From Dad, to sons and now to grandchildren continuing to play his favorite sport of baseball. He was a great spouse, father, brother, son, friend, coach and the best Papa ever. Known as “Coach Papa” to many. He will truly be missed, but his Legacy will live on through his family.

Our family would like to thank Hospice Maui for their support and care.

Due to Covid 19, private services will be held for the family and viewing for the public will be from 9:00am-12:00pm at Ballards Family Mortuary in May 14, 2021 in Kahului. Cremation to follow. No flowers please. We kindly ask all in attendance, to please wear your mask and practice social distancing.

Urbana M. Lopez, 93

Urbana M. Lopez, 93 of Wailuku, Maui passed on March 30, 2021 in Chicago, Illinois. She was born on December 10, 1927 to Gregorio Miniano & Manuela Coloma.

She is survived by her sons; Romualdo (Erlinda) Lopez, Hector (Josephine) Lopez, Mario (Gloria) Lopez, daughters; Rose Mary Lopez, Eloisa (Mark) Mizuno, Myriam Lopez, Maria (Parrish) Purdy, 30 grandchildren & 33 great-grandchildren.

She is pre-deceased by her husband; Atilano B. Lopez & sons; Ricardo Lopez, Atilano Lopez Jr., & Edgar Lopez Sr.

Visitation will be held from 9:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. at Norman’s Mortuary.

Due to the ongoing pandemic of COVID-19, we the family of Urbana Miniano Lopez kindly ask for those in attendance to wear your mask & apply social distancing at all times.

Condolences to: www.normansmortuary.com

Due to the on-going pandemic of COVID-19, we the family, kindly ask for those in attendance to wear your masks and practice social distancing at all times. Temp checks will be done at the door.. ALL Family & Friends that will not have a RSVP seating must walk throught the chapel and exit the rear. NO gathering on property and in the funeral home will not be permitted. We thank you for your cooperation.

Josephine Itliong Paet, 61

Josephine Itliong Paet, 61 of Lacey, Washington passed on April 18, 2021. She was born in Laoac, Philippines to Francisco Itilong & Juliana Dulay on January 26, 1960.

She worked at Madigan Army Medical Center as a certified tumor registrar.

She is survived by her husband; Danny A. Paet, mother; Juliana Dulay Itliong, son; Michael (Noelle) Paet, daughter; Kristel Paet, grandchildren; Lucas, Landon & Lennox, brothers Roberto (Perlita) Itliong, Armenio (Lucrecia) Iltiong, William (Cristina) Itliong, Virgilio (Eliza) Itliong, Orlando (Marissa) Itliong, & sisters; Elyzabeth Itliong & Rosalie (Arnold) Ancheta.

She is pre-deceased by her father; Francisco Itliong.

Due to the on-going pandemic of COVID-19, we the family, kindly ask for those in attendance to wear your masks and practice social distancing at all times. Temperture checks will be done on entry in to the funeral home.

Seating is RSVP only. All other attendees will need to do a walk thru visitation and exit the rear of the funeral.

Condolences to: www.normansmortuary.com

Due to the on-going pandemic of COVID-19, we the family, kindly ask for those in attendance to wear your masks and practice social distancing at all times. Temperture checks will be done on entry in to the funeral home.

Seating is RSVP only. All other attendees will need to do a walk thru visitation and exit the rear of the funeral.

Luisa Visaya Corpuz, 78

Our beloved Mother had passed away on Wednesday, April 21, 2021 in the care of Maui Memorial Medical Center. She was born in Isabela, Philippines to the late Enrique Visaya & Lusita Asia on January 30th, 1943.

Luisa will continue to live in the hearts of her dedicated husband, Glicerio Manuel Corpuz; sons, Edwin (Jean) Antonio, Jerry (Tessie) Antonio, Nelson (Susan) Antonio, Charlie (Alice) Antonio, Eulogio (Gie) Antonio Jr.; daughters, Mary Ann (Roland) Almogela, Maricris (Jess) Briones, Marisol (Sandi) Batoon, DMD, Marivic (Rod) Caguioa, DMD; Marisa Orodio; 30 grandchildren and 17 great-grandchildren.

She is predeceased by her parents and siblings, Felomino Visaya, Lorenzo Visaya, Roberto Visaya, Pacita Liclican, Teodoro Visaya, Jurity Castro, Bonifacio Visaya and Edison Visaya.

Visitation will be held from 6:30 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. on Saturday, May 15, 2021.

Due to the on-going pandemic, we the family of Luisa Visaya Corpuz kindly ask for those in attendance to wear your masks and apply social distancing at all times.

Condolences may be posted on www.normansmortuary.com

Norman’s Mortuary Online Condolences to: www.normansmortuary.com

Obituary pending

Due to the on-going pandemic of COVID-19, we the family, kindly ask for those in attendance to wear your masks and practice social distancing at all times. Temp checks will be done at the door.. ALL Family & Friends that will not have a RSVP seating must walk throught the chapel and exit the rear. NO gathering on property and in the funeral home will not be permitted. We thank you for your cooperation.

Condolences may be made on www.normansmortuary.com

Edward James Schmitt

Edward James Schmitt, 65, of Kihei, passed away on Sunday, March 21, 2021. He was born to William and Laurie Schmitt in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania on June 19th, 1955.

Edward grew up in Wayne, Pennsylvania, and graduated from Conestoga High School (class of 1973). He studied at Southwest Minnesota State University, Cabrillo College, and Temple University, where he received his Bachelor’s degree. For several peripatetic years, he lived in a variety of places across the United States and had a number of adventures, such as working on fishing boats off the coast of Alaska. He first came to Hawaii as a fisherman in the late 1980s and immediately felt at home. After working as a taxi driver in Honolulu for a few years, he settled in Kihei where he worked as a taxi driver and a security guard and helped design and build a fishing boat.

Edward was a kind man who lived a simple life and marched to his own drummer. He enjoyed swimming. He loved to read and was a regular visitor to the library. He followed current events avidly and argued passionately about politics.

He is greatly missed by his father, William F. Schmitt, his stepmother, Joan Schmitt, his sister, Johanna Schmitt, his stepsisters Caren Diamond and Liane Robinson, and his stepbrother Alan Schleifer. His mother, Laurie Schmitt, preceded him in death.

Memorial services scattering of ashes will be private.

Condolences to: www.normansmortuary.com

Obituary Pending Family

Nancy Yoshiko Kiyabu, 91, of Kahului, Maui, passed away on April 23, 2021, at Hale Makua, Kahului.

Nancy was born on May 14, 1929, in Okinawa, Japan. She immigrated to Hawaii in 1959 and spent the early years being a stay-at-home mom. She later worked for the Hawaii Hochi as a Japanese newspaper reporter and Noda Market as a produce clerk. She was a member of Maui Okinawa Kenjin Kai, Kahului Jodo Mission, Nakayama Minyo Kai, and the Japanese Cultural Society.

She was predeceased by her husband, Sakae Kiyabu. She is survived by her children Linda, Glen (Jeri), and Mark; her grandchildren Joshua, Alycia Ashley, and Jeremy; and former daughter in law, Evelyn Ritamal.

The family would like to thank Maui Adult Day Care Center, Oceanview; Hale Makua, Kahului, Pikake Unit; and Hospice Maui for their compassion and care through the last few years of Nancy’s life.

A private family service will be held, followed by a public drive through visitation on Wednesday, May 12, 2021, from 3:30 to 5:00 p.m. at Ballard Family Mortuary in Kahului.

Jacob Aki, Jr.

September 16, 1945 – May 3, 2021

Jacob Aki, Jr., 75, of Waikoloa, Hawaii died May 3, 2021 in Waikoloa. He was born September 16, 1945, in Honolulu, Hawaii. Jacob worked in the construction industry.

He is survived by spouse Mamo; sons Robert (Gina) Aki of Lodi, California; Jeff (Chelsie) Kinsey of Garden Grove, California; daughters Carol (Paul) Tsushima of Redlands, California; Susan (Jim) Sanford of Saugus, California; Malia Kinsey of Kapaau, Hawaii; brothers Edward (Susie) Aki of Texas; Daniel (Fran) Aki of Kauai; sister Sharon Lauriat of Louisville, Kentucky; eight grandchildren and three great-grandchildren.

Private services will be held.

Kenneth Elmer-Kala Hunt passed away of natural causes on April 20, 2021 at 845p.m. in wailuku, maui , hawaii.

He was 72 years of age. He was born on November 7, 1948 in Albuquerque, New Mexico and is enrolled member of the Laguna Pueblo Tribe of New Mexico.

He Survived by: His wife of 27 years, Melanie Kala-Hunt and her children Isaac and Karis Trono; Sisters; Carol Ann Hunt and Marijo Beth Hunt of Laguna Pueblo, New Mexico. His God Daughter, Matha Frances Purley-Yazzie her husband TroyYazzie and their children Kate Purley, Rachel Estevan, Arturo and Dominik and 5 other God Children.

Funeral services will be held at Norman's Mortuary, Wailuku, Maui, Hawaii

on Thursday, May 6, 2021.

Private family seating only RSVP; 8:00a.m. - 10:00 a.m.

Public walk thru visitation memorial from 10:00 a.m.- 12:00noon.

We Thank you for the prayers and love you shared with Ken in the 28 years he has been with us in Hawaii.

Due to the on-going pandemic of COVID-19, we kindly ask for those in attendance to wear your masks and practice social distancing during your visitation. All family and friends that do not have a RSVP seat in the chapel must walk through the chapel and exit the rear of the facility. LIMITED SEATING

Condolences may be sent via: www.normansmortuary.com

Rizalina Manuel Alipio, 96

Rizalina Manuel Alipio, 96 or Waikapu, Maui went to heaven on Holy Saturday April 3, 2021 at the Hospice Maui Hale. She was born on March 25, 1925 in Dingras, Ilocos Norte, Philippines to Eusebia Damo & Asisclo Manuel.

She married Delfin Bueno Alipio on December 23, 1942 and shared 72 years together. Rizalina came to Hawaii on June 13, 1981 and became a U.S. Citizen in 1986. She is a retired housekeeper from the Aston Maui Park Inn at the age of 70. She loved her job and would sew 20 leis each day for her guests. She enjoyed traveling and couldn’t wait to go to Las Vegas every year.

Nana is survived by her sons; Abraham Alipio, Lorenzo (Debra) Alipio, John (Irene) Alipio & Delfin “Bobby) Alipio, daughters; Juliana Mendoza, Corazon (Juan) Bulawan, Efrenia (Roy) Mamuad & Elizabeth Alipio, 30 grandchildren & many great-grandchildren.

She is predeceased by her husband; Delfin B. Alipio & 2 sons Moises Alipio & Nelson Alipio.

Visitation will be held on Friday, May 7, 2021 at 7pm at Norman’s Mortuary with continued visitation on Saturday, May 8, 2021 from 9:30am to 10:30am followed by a private burial at Valley Isle Memorial Park-Haiku.

Due to the Covid-19 pandemic, strict precautions will be maintained. Temperature checks & masks will be required for those who attend and social distancing will be maintained.

Norman’s Mortuary Online Condolences: www.normansmortuary.com

Samuel Kuailani Sr., 79,

Our loving father, papa, brother, uncle and friend, had peacefully passed away on Wednesday, April 21, 2021. Samuel Kuailani Sr. was born June 6, 1941 at Haiku, Maui. He is pure Hawaiian and is the first tow truck driver for the island of Maui. Sam was a tow truck driver for Harryʻs Auto body shop for 9 years. He left Harryʻs and with the help of his wife Bella, started their own towing business named Samʻs 24 Hour Towing. As a tow truck driver, Sam worked with Police officers when there were traffic accidents and he was the person to remove the victims from the wreckage.

Samuel Kuailani Sr. and his wife formed Mens/Womens softball teams known as Samʻs ʻOhana, Ikaika 1, Ikaika 2, and a Police Officer team with the name Samʻs 24 Hour Towing. They also put together co-ed volleyball teams and a boxing group known as Wailuku Boxing Club at Kahekili Terrace. He also helped his son manage Hawaiian Homes Boxing Club.

He enjoyed riding motorcycles for The Sonʻs of Hawaiʻi, cooking, rolling dice and playing cards. He was a person who opened his home for people in need of a place to stay. We will remember him as dad, papa, grandpa and uncle Samuel Kuailani, the “Flying Hawaiian.”

He is predeceased by his beloved wife, Bella M. Uweko’olani; Daughter- Brenda Lee Kuʻuleialoha Kuailani-Chong; and Son – Steven Michael Kuailani; Parents, Simeon Paul Kuailani, of Hāna, Maui & Emma Imi Honokaupu, of Kailua, Maui; Brothers, Simeon Paul Kuailani Jr., Herman “Makaio” Kuailani (Sweetheart, Mary “Aunty Lei” Ishiki); Sisters, Rachel Kuailani, Violet Kuailani (Husband-Joseph “Sonny”) Poouahi.

Samuel is survived by his Children; Daughters- Bernie Kuailani, Tee Kuailani, Hanai Daughters – Muggs Enoka, Desiree (Abe) Park; Sons- Samuel Jr. (Doris Baldomir-Suan) Kuailani & Sanford (Maria Tapuro -deceased) Kuailani Uweko’olani Sr.; Grandchildren- Sanford (Talia Purdy) Kuailani Uweko’olani Sr., Kapena (Puaolena Park) Kuailani; Kona (Malia Avila) Kuailani; Shayla (Lopaka Carroll) Uweko’olani; Kainoa Kuailani; Kawehionālani. Kuailani, Kiane Chong, Kalae (Isaac Calderon), Kamila Uweko’olani, Natasha Uweko’olani; Great-Grandchildren- Ezekiel Makaliʻi-Uweko’olani, Bella K. Kuailani, Kanoa Kuailani, Kahanu Dedrick, Luka Kuailani, Mahie Dedrick, Jaycias Uweko’olani-Carroll, Kapuailihia Calderon, Keahonui Kuailani, Kaliana Dedrick, Ka’ananalu Kuailani, Ka’iwa Kuailani, Ayden Calderon, Malachi Kuailani, Kahiau Kuailani, Na’u Kuailani, Darling Kuailani, Taysom Calderon, and numerous nieces and nephews, including extended family and friends.

Brothers, George Kuailani & Charles Kuailani; Sisters, Frances Kuailani (Husband-Joaquin “Joe”, deceased) Kahalehoe, Linda “Ipo” Kuailani (Husband-Gene) Kaneapua, Laura Davis, Kehau Kuailani, Kathleen Kuailani, Carol Keanini, Laura Ann Kuailani, including numerous nieces and nephews.

Visitation will be held on May 21, 2021 at Norman’s Mortuary from 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. with burial to follow.

The family of Samuel Kuailani Sr. would like to express a heartfelt gratitude to staff of Islands Hospice for their compassionate care during his time here and a special mahalo to Reverend Chang for his prayers, love and support.

Due to the on-going pandemic of COVID-19, we the family, kindly ask for those in attendance to wear your masks and practice social distancing at all times.

Condolences to: www.normansmortuary.com

Lokjen Philimon Kojenlang, of Kahului, passed peacefully on April 1, 2021 under the care of Maui Memorial Medical Center.

He was born on July 17, 1951 in the Marshall Islands and moved to Maui as a young teenager.

Lokjen, often known as “Lucky” to his friends and co-workers, retired from MCCC as a cook supervisor after decades of service in the hospitality industry as a hotel maintenance engineer.

He is survived by his wife Roselinda Kojenlang; his children Jason Kojenlang (Nam Ju), Jo Ann Kojenlang & Jodi Kojenlang; his grandsons Jason Pinheiro-Kojenlang & Troy Kojenlang; and sisters Kilang Aisa & Henna Jabeo.

He is predeceased by his brothers Keto Kojenlang & Riley Okjenlang; and sisters Haruko Jorju, Abra Rantak & Chieko Tamayoshi.

After a private service, a public drive thru farewell will be held at Ballard’s Family Mortuary in Kahului from 11:30am to 1pm.

Sauron Mina-Palacio-Yamamoto, seven days old, of Hilo, passed away on April 28th at Kapiolani Medical Center.

Private Service to be held.

He is survived by his father, Tavis Mina-Palacio; mother, Alexis Yamamoto; grandparents Cassandra Gabuat, Ed Palacio and Natalie Mina; great-grandparents, Helen Yamamoto, Claudia Mina and Aurelio Mina; as well as numerous aunts, uncles and cousins.

Arrangements by Ballard Family Mortuary Hilo

Victor Hugo Morales, 54 of Lahaina, Hawaii has passed on April 22, 2021 at Maui Memorial Medical Center.

Victor leave behind a mother, wife, 4 step-children & 5 grandchildren.

Victor was born on August 8, 1966 in Tonala, Chiapas Mexico to Francisco Morales Garcia and Hernelinda Vazquez Gomez. He was the 4th son of 10 siblings. He was a very protective brother and always tried to help each and everyone of his siblings. HE moved to Maui years ago and became a cook. He enjoyed cooking so much and worked his way up to a Sous-Chef.

He was a spiritual man, a devoted husband, great father and enjoyed being a grandfather. He was loved by so many and will forever be missed by his love ones.

A funeral service is scheduled for 1:00PM on Wednesday May 05, 2021 at Norman's Mortuary in Wailuku. Reverend Kwahi will officiate.

**En Espanol**

Victor fue un ser humano maravilloso, rebeide con sus altas y bajas, pero los ultimos anos fue un hijo ejemplay, un hermano con el cual siempre se podia contar en todo momento, siendo una persona espiritual y entregado a Dios, todas las manana se ponia a orar antes bendiciones que tenia en su entorno. Era bondadoso sin esperar nada a cambio.

Su passion por la concina lo aprendio de nuestros padres, con una mama cocinera con recetas requisimas y un papa panadero. Eso le dio las herramintos y la sabidura para ser amante de la concina y ser un exvelete cocinero, su pasion por aprender siempre lo llevo a ser un mecanico y aun asi seguia aprendia dia con dia.

Su comida fovorite era las lentejas, tamales y Mc Donalds pero lo mas importante en las mananas era su cafe con pan.

Le sobreviven su Madre de 83 anos de edad, su esposa Marina 4 hijos adoptivos Mary Grace Manivanh, Mary Joy Revilla, Mary Ann Viloria and Marlies Boy Viloria & 5 nietos. sus hermanos; Marivela, Idolina, Grancisco, Laura, Violeta, Jose Antonio, Rocio, Nancy y sus sobrinos Dylan Giovanni, Ahtziri Samantha, Ashley, Christoper Palani, Jair, Leonardo, Brando y Hermione.

Siempre vivras en nuestros corazones, no es un adios si no un hasta luego gordito.

Antonio "Tony" Nuesca 85, passed away at his home in Makena, Maui on March 31, 2021 surrounded by loved ones and under the care of family and Hospice Maui.

He was born in 1935 and lived most of his life in Haliimaile, Maui. He was a graduate of Maui High School and a retired Maintenance Worker from Kaanapali Beach Hotel.

Tony was a loving, kind, funny and happy go lucky kind of a guy. He loved fishing and spending time with friends and family.

Tony is survived by his daughters Lucy (Steven Chang) of Makena, and Roseann Bateman of Kahului, sisters Louise Segovia of California, Rosanna Torres of Hawaii, a hanai sister Mabel, and his grandchildren, Steven Chang Jr. (Henia) of Oahu, Natasha Chang (Deashia) of Makena, Jelina Jarra-Makahanaloa (Lurline) of Kahului, and Ryden Tacbian of Kauai.

He is predeceased by his son Paul "Paulie", parents, Eugenio & Luciana (Park) brother, Alfred "Sheffy" (Rodana Haole), sister, Lorraine Fritzman and brother-in-law, Alexander Segovia.

The family of Tony along with the assistance of Ballard Family Mortuary will have a drive thru service on May 2, 2021 at Ballard Family Mortuary from 3-5pm for family and friends.