Gabriel Kalani Kekumu Kawaauhau's Obituary
Gabriel Kalani Kekumu Kawaauhau Obituary
In Loving memory of Gabriel Kalani Kekumu Kawaauhau
Gabriel (Uncle Jo, JoJo, Braddah Gabe) Kalani Kekumu Kawaauhau, born in the Territory of Hawai'i May 2, 1949, passed away at his home in Ma'ili on Thursday, April 18, 2024, at the age of 74.
Gabriel was a beloved father, grandfather, and great-grandfather. He is survived by his 3 children; son, Ernest (Marilyn) Kawaauhau, and daughters Heidi (Lindy) Waiamau, and Crystal Kawaauhau.
Gabriel was a proud grandfather to 13 grandchildren: Dillan Brown, Chase Brown, Darius Kawaauhau, Austin Kawaauhau, Harley Kapeliela, Kekoa Gapol, Kamalani Gapol, Dari Kawaauhau, Ethan Gomban, Akahai Gomban, Anoi Gomban, 'Iliahi Waiamau, and Katya Kawaauhau. He was also blessed with eight great-grandchildren: Isabella Kawaauhau, Ki'ai'aina Kapeliela, Liliana Meyers-Kawaauhau, La'iku Kawaauhau, Kahanu Kapeliela, Adrianne Kapeliela, Kaiao Brown, and Kukuiho'ola Brown.
Gabriel will be remembered as a willful man that leaves behind a legacy of resilience, questioning irreverence, and stubborn independence. His family remembers him as protective and loving. He was always giving something away! They will miss his humor, creativity and generosity.
A celebration of life will be held May 24, 2025 followed by a private scattering of his ashes on May 25, 2025, where we will gather to honor his memory and share stories of his remarkable life.
Aloha 'oe, Papa Hawaiian.
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