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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...
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,...
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,...
Darlene Norma Jean Moran
Jun. 14, 1962 - Jun. 16, 2026
Darlene Norma Jean Iman Perez Moran, 64, of Mililani, Hawaii, entered eternal rest on June 16, 2026, after a long and courageous battle with illness surrounded by her loving family and the wonderful staff at St. Francis Hospice. She was born in Wahiawa, Hawaii on June 14, 1962, to Eleanor (Walt)...
Leopoldo Blancaflor Jr.
Aug. 29, 1933 - Jun. 16, 2026
Leopoldo Blancaflor Jr. was born on August 29, 1933 in Lahaina, Maui to Leopoldo and Bessie Blancaflor. Leo was the second oldest, having 3 brothers and 2 sisters. At the time, his father was known in Lahaina as the “Ice man”, due to his job delivering blocks of ice to homes for their “ice...
Philip Manuel Pavao, Sr.
Aug. 30, 1935 - Jun. 13, 2026
Philip Manuel Pavao Sr. Sunrise August 30, 1935 Sunset June 13, 2026 Philip was born on the island Kauai, Hawai’i to Antone and Odelia Pavao. He was the eldest of five, one brother (deceased) Anthony Pavao, (Hilo Hawai’i) three sisters, Henrietta Stakabaun (KS) Elizabeth Fletcher (CA) and...
Sunshine Susan Aiona
Aug. 30, 1974 - Jun. 10, 2026
Celebration of Life The ʻohana of Sunshine "Sunny" Susan Paʻaluhi warmly invites family and friends to join us in celebrating her beautiful life and lasting legacy of aloha. Sunday, August 2, 2026 9:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. Mililani Mortuary Mauka Chapel Together, we will honor Sunny's life with love,...
Beatrice Biroan Lavarias
May 09, 1932 - Jun. 09, 2026
Beatrice Biroan Lavarias, 94, Born May 9, 1932, departed June 9, 2026. Survived by children Paulina Lavarias, Leonard Lavarias, Valerie (Gavien) Martinez, Leslie Lavarias, Rodney (Rose) Lavarias, Randall (Kelly) Lavarias, Dawnelyn (Gene) O’Brien. Blessed with a Legacy of grandchildren and great...
David C. Briscoe
Jul. 30, 1943 - Jun. 07, 2026
David C. Briscoe, Jr. 1943 ~ 2026 Devoted to his family, his fascination and interest in the world, and his connection through the written word, David Chesley Briscoe, Jr. lived a hope-filled and productive life. He died in Kapolei, Hawaii on June 7, 2026 - listening to his own words read aloud...
Melvyn Tsuguo Muraoka
Feb. 10, 1944 - Jun. 07, 2026
Melvyn Muraoka, born on February 10, 1944, in Wailuku, passed away peacefully on June 7, 2026, in Wahiawa at the age of 82. As devoted father, brother, uncle and grandfather, Melvyn is survived by his sons Chris (Lois) Muraoka and Peter (Tiffanie) Muraoka; grandchildren-Brandon, Blair, Remi, and...