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Wendy C. Prudencio
Aug. 25, 1972 - Jun. 29, 2026
Wendy C. Prudencio 53, of Mililani, died in Mililani on Monday, June 29, 2026. She was born in Honolulu, Visitation: 5:30 PM on Monday, August 3, 2026, at Mililani Memorial Park Mauka Chapel. Services: 6 PM Burial 9AM on Tuesday August 4 at Mililani Memorial Park
Romeo Baddo Bungcayao
Jul. 04, 1941 - Jun. 27, 2026
Romeo Bungcayao, 85, of Waipahu passed away on June 7, 2026. He was born in Calayab, Ilocos Norte, Philippines. He is survived by his wife, Alejandra Ulep Bungcayao; and sons Marlon (Evangeline) Bungcayao and Jayar (Rosemarie) Bungcayao. Grandchildren Vanemar (Melvie Alagao) Ulit, Vanessa (Jason)...
Teresa Tamiko Ichiyama Kojima
Aug. 31, 1932 - Jun. 25, 2026
Teresa Tamiko Ichiyama Kojima died June 25, 2026, at age 93. Teresa was born in Waipahu and grew up on the O’ahu Sugar Company plantation. She graduated from Waipahu High School and the Queen’s Hospital School of Nursing, Class of 1953. She married Nanao “Jim” Kojima, and the couple had two...
Tappy John Andrews
Oct. 05, 1945 - Jun. 24, 2026
Tappy John Andrews, 80, of Waipahu passed away on June 24, 2026. Survived by his wife, Ruth, daughter, Adrienne (Aisea) Pulu, sons, Titipa and Tappy II (Shama Rain) Andrews. Grandchildren, Lotu, Usala, Vaihoi, Ulalei, Lavalea, Lazarus, and Tappy 3. Sisters, Seutatia Perelini Andrews, Toluma’anave...
Theodora Rose Kehaulani Kruse
Jul. 05, 1941 - Jun. 24, 2026
Theodora Rose Kehaulani Kruse Theodora Rose Kehaulani Kruse. Kehau was born on July 5, 1941, in Honolulu, Hawaii, to Lillian Honey Piltz and August H.K. Kruse. She passed away peacefully at home on June 24, 2026. Kehau was a beloved Cultural Specialist for Outrigger Hotels for many years. She was...
Laure Ann Lee-Adaro
Mar. 31, 1953 - Jun. 24, 2026
Laure Adaro 73, of Wahiawa, HI passed away on June 24, 2026. Survived by daughter Courtney (Nichole) and son Oshen. Siblings: Rick, Creighton, Shelly, Noreen. Nieces and nephews.
Herman James Palea Lee
Sep. 29, 1940 - Jun. 23, 2026
Herman “Bobo” James Palea Lee, 85, was born on September 29, 1940 in Honolulu to Herman Lee and Margaret Kahoano. He passed away peacefully on June 23, 2026, in Kaneohe surrounded by loved ones. He is survived by his beloved sisters, Pearl and Gwendolyn, his son, Kenneth, and his extended family....
Charlene Saemi Murata
Jun. 21, 1949 - Jun. 23, 2026
Charlene (Sha) Saemi Arakawa Murata of Mililani passed away peacefully in her sleep on June 23, 2026, just two days after her 77th birthday. Born to Shigemi and Molly Arakawa, Sha grew up in Waipahu, playing with her two brothers and many cousins in the family compound. She also worked in the...
Cristina V Acosta
Jul. 24, 1936 - Jun. 23, 2026
Cristina Acosta, born in the Philippines on July 24, 1936, passed away peacefully on June 23, 2026, in Pearl City, HI, surrounded by love and family. Cristina lived an ordinary life in the most extraordinary way. With a strong-willed spirit and undeniable work ethic, she built a beautiful life...
Alejandro Dela Cruz Munoz Sr.
May 12, 1940 - Jun. 23, 2026
Alejandro Dela Cruz Munoz Sr., 86, of Waialua, passed away in Waialua, on Tuesday, June 23, 2026. He was born in Gabon, Dingras, Ilocos Norte, Philippines. Visitation 5:30pm on Wednesday, July 29, 2026, at Mililani Mortuary Mauka Chapel, followed by service at 6:00pm. Burial 10:30am on Thursday,...
Carlos Gamba Bernardo
Oct. 12, 1942 - Jun. 22, 2026
Carlos Gamba Bernardo of Waipahu passed away peacefully on June 22, 2026, surrounded by family. He was 83 years old. Born in Navotas, Metro Manila, Philippines, Carlos was the oldest of five children. He graduated from National Teachers College in 1960 and earned a Bachelor of Science in...
George M. Goya
Apr. 16, 1953 - Jun. 22, 2026
George M. Goya, 73, of Pearl City passed away on June 22, 2026. During his youthhood, George enjoyed surfing at Hau Bush in Ewa Beach. He cherished the memory of those happy and carefree days. Upon graduating from Waipahu High School in 1971, George enlisted in the Air Force. After his discharge,...