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Christopher Michael Claxton
Aug. 05, 1978 - Aug. 13, 2026
Christopher Michael Claxton, born August 5, 1978, in Annapolis, Maryland, to Deborah and Michael Claxton, passed into the next life on August 13, 2026, just one week after celebrating his 48th birthday. He leaves: his wife, Chris Wright; his parents; sister, Alyssa (J.D. Smith); nephews, Connor...
Catalina Benavente Rondolos
Oct. 27, 1932 - Aug. 12, 2026
Catalina Rondolos, a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and devoted woman of faith, passed away peacefully, leaving behind a legacy of love, prayer, and family devotion. Catalina was married to the late Florencio Rondolos. Throughout their life together, they built a family rooted in faith, love,...
John Russell Craighead
Dec. 07, 1963 - Aug. 11, 2026
John Russell Craighead passed away at his home in Wahiawa, Hawaii, on August 11, 2026. He is survived by his three sons, Rob, Sean, and Andrew; his mother, Janice; and his four siblings, David, Dennis, Sharon, and Barbara.
Gloria S. Ramos
Nov. 26, 1948 - Aug. 08, 2026
Gloria S. Ramos Gloria S. Ramos, 77, of Ewa Beach, passed away at The Queen’s Medical Center in Honolulu, Hawai’i on Saturday, August 8, 2026 surrounded by her loved ones. She was born on November 26, 1948 in Manila, Philippines. She retired as a Registered Nurse at the Hawai’i State Hospital....
Frances Anne Mitte
Jan. 01, 1954 - Aug. 04, 2026
Frances Anne Mitte was born on New Year’s Day 1954, at 5:55 am, though she was the second baby born that year. She was born to Delphina Mitte at Kapiolani Medical Center in Honolulu, Hawaii, though at that time it was known as Kapiolani Maternity Home. She was baptized at St. Patrick’s Church on...
Sarah Mitchell
Sep. 15, 1923 - Aug. 04, 2026
Sarah Mitchell lived a life defined by vision, determination, and an unwavering belief that anything was possible. As her husband often fondly remarked, "Your mom has crazy ideas, but they all come to fruition." Time and time again, Sarah proved him right. Born and raised in Hilo, Hawaii, Sarah...
Dennis Seisho Ota
Sep. 22, 1928 - Aug. 01, 2026
A beloved husband, father and grandfather, who passed away peacefully at the age of 97 on August 1st, 2026, in Hawaii Kai. Born in Okinawa, Japan, he dedicated much of his life to his passion for food and service, working for many years in the restaurant industry. Even in retirement, he stayed...
Flordelisa Pojas Garcia
Oct. 29, 1933 - Jul. 31, 2026
Flordelisa Pojas Garcia 92, of Waipahu, passed away in Waipahu on Friday, July 31, 2026. She was born in Spreckelsville, Maui. Visitation: 9:15 AM on Wednesday, October 28, 2026, at St. John Apostle & Evangelist Church. Services: 10:00 AM on Wednesday, October 28, 2026, at St. John Apostle...
Lawrence Gose
Jul. 24, 1941 - Jul. 30, 2026
In Loving Memory of Lawrence Gose July 24, 1941- July 30, 2026 Lawrence Gose was born on July 24, 1941, at Ewa Plantation Hospital. and passed away peacefully on July 30, 2026, at the age 85. Lawrence grew up in Hawai'i and graduated from Waipahu High School in 1059. At the age of 19, he began...
Leo Paul Giovanetti
Apr. 23, 1952 - Jul. 30, 2026
Leo Paul Giovanetti Leo Paul Giovanetti, of Honolulu, known to family and friends as Paul, was born on April 23, 1952, in Oakland, California, and passed away on July 30, 2026, in Honolulu at the age of 74. Paul was a man who loved to laugh, have fun, and spend time with the people he cared...
Yong Cha Kim Gomez
Mar. 12, 1935 - Jul. 29, 2026
Yong Cha Kim Gomez Yong Cha Kim Gomez passed away peacefully on July 29, 2026. She was born on March 12, 1935, in Fukuoka, Japan. Yong Cha married Joe F. Gomez, Jr. on August 2, 1968, in Seoul, South Korea. Together, they built their life in Hawaii, where Yong Cha was a longtime resident of...
Harriet Arakawa
Mar. 09, 1923 - Jul. 29, 2026
HARRIET ARAKAWA lived a full life till 103. She was born in Kurtistown, Hawaii Island. She enjoyed Japanese meals, nishime, sushi, shrimp tempura, potato salad are few of her favorites. Also, pizza, and she loved her Diet Coke Zero every day for past 20 plus years. Her favorite show was Hawaii 5-0.