Obituaries

Gregory Paul Meath

July 18, 1954 – November 24, 2021

Gregory Paul Meath, 67 of Naalehu passed away on November 24, 2021. He was born on July 18, 1954 in St. Paul, Minnesota. Gregory served our Country in the Army and worked as an electrician for a machine manufacturing company.

He is survived by step-son Austin Clough of Oklahoma; step-daughter Cassie (Trevor) Kubiak of Wisconsin; sisters Susan Bergdahl of Holualoa, Hawaii; Charlene Sukhun of Stillwater, Minnesota and one step-grandchild.

Private Services will be held at a later date.

Josefino Pabayos Zerna of Kahului, Maui passed away on November 20, 2021. He was born on June 7, 1939 in the Philippines to Pedro and Sebastiana Zerna.

Josefino is survived by his wife, Rhodaliza Zerna; son, Vincent Paul Zerna; sisters, Feloche Rivera and Purita Casinto; brothers, Francisco Zerna and Delfin Zerna along with numerous nieces and nephews.

Funeral services for Josefino will be held on December 2, 2021 at Ballard Family Mortuary located at 440 Ala Makani Street, Kahului, Maui, Hawaii 96732. Family viewing will begin at 8:00 a.m., public viewing at 9:00 a.m. prayer service 10:00 a.m.

Ballard Family Mortuary has requested that as precaution and for the safety of everyone, all who attend are required to use facial masks and practice social distancing during this time.

Chauncey Keaweiwi Kimokeo, of Keʻanae, Maui, passed away on November 13th, 2021 at his home with his ʻohana. He was born on March 19th, 1979 in Wailuku, Maui. He lived a life full of aloha in Keʻanae as a Kalo Farmer.

ʻOhana visitation will be held from 9:00-9:30am and public visitation will be held from 9:30-10:30am on Sunday November 21st, 2021, at Ballard Family Mortuary; service at 10:30am.

He is survived by, mother, Pualani Kimokeo; sister, Kamaile (Davida), brothers, Kealiʻi (Monique), Aliʻiloa (Kehau), and Ire; wahine, Luana Helekahi; daughters, Carley (Kaʻohu), Aiyana, Skyla and Mila; and many nieces, nephews, grand-nieces and grand-nephews.

He is predeceased by, father, Willie Kimokeo Sr. and brother Kaipo Jr. (Terry).

E Ola Ka ʻOhana Kaʻauamo, Kimokeo.

‘Ohana requests leis in place of flower arrangements.

Fred Calibuso Dagdag, 80 of Waiehu, Maui, passed away peacefully at home on Saturday, November 13, 2021 under the care of Hospice Maui.

He was born in Butir, Santa Maria, Ilocos Sur, Philippines on September 17, 1941 to the late Martin and Rufina Dagdag.

Fred was the youngest of nine children, but he certainly took on the role of patriarch of the family, serving as a father figure to his many nieces and nephews. He was a hard worker, having started as a knife sharpener at Maui Land and Pineapple Company, then becoming a seed cutter at Hawaii Commercial and Sugar Company (HC&S) and eventually a tractor operator and then a boiler operator at the Pā'ia Mill.

Fueled by a desire to do more in service of his community, he studied and trained to become a fire fighter and joined the Honolulu International Airport Rescue Fire Fighting unit in 1974. Fred loved his job as a fire fighter and proudly retired from the Kahului Airport Fire Station in 1999.

After retirement, he spent most of his time taking care of his grandchildren, growing orchids and succulent plants, and serving the Filipino community on Maui.

Fred was an avid fisherman, who enjoyed shoreline fishing and going out to sea with his buddies. His face would always light up with laughter and a smile whenever he and his friends called out “hanapa’a” after catching a large Mahi or Ulua.

Fred loved living close to the ocean, and in his final days here on earth, the sound of the ocean lulled him to sleep and kept him at peace.

Fred is survived by his loving wife, Judita Dagdag, daughter Rowena (Herman) Dagdag-Andaya and son Frederick (Lori) Dagdag, 5 grandchildren Skyler Dagdag, Seanna Dagdag, Landyn Dagdag, Herman “Trey” Andaya, III, and Lauren Andaya. He is also survived by his sisters Caridad Dagdag Cabanglan and Lolita Dagdag Donia who both live in the Philippines. He was predeceased by brothers Ramon Dagdag, Dionisio Dagdag, Felix Dagdag, Francisca Dagdag, Benjamin Dagdag, and Consuelo Dagdag Mendoza.

Due to COVID-19 restrictions, masks and social distancing will be implemented during visitation at Norman’s Mortuary on Friday, December 3 at 6:00 to 9:00 p.m. Visitation will continue December 4 at 8:00 to 10:00 a.m. at Norman’s Mortuary, followed by the Eulogy and Funeral Mass at St. Anthony Catholic Church at 11:00 am. Burial to follow at 12:30 pm at Maui Memorial Park.

Isao Aimoku Sugai, 56 of Ocean View passed away peacefully at his residence on November 11, 2021. He was born on November 25, 1964 in Honolulu, Hawaii. He was a man of many talents and touched many lives.

He is survived by spouse Cindy ; and daughter Mardani P. Sugai of Ocean View.

Private Services will be held at a later date.

Bernard Fujishiro Jr. of Keanae passed away on November 9, 2021. He was born on December 4, 1950 to Mr. and Mrs. Bernard Fujishiro, Sr. He is survived by Antone and Christina Kinores, Kaleokalani Kau and James Silva.

Funeral services for Bernard will be held at Ballard Family Mortuary located at 440 Ala Makani Street, Kahului, Hawaii 96732 on Friday, December 3, 2021. Please note that the public viewing will be at 9:00 a.m. through 10:00 a.m.

Ballard Family Mortuary has requested that as precaution and for the safety of everyone, all who attend are required to use facial masks and practice social distancing during this time.

Pending family Approval

Carol Kehaunani Robello (Muller) 76, of Omaopio, Maui passed away on November 6, 2021, with family at her side, under the care of Hospice Maui. She was born on June 5, 1945, in Honolulu, Oahu.

Visitation will be held from 9:00 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. on Tuesday, November 30, 2021, at Ballard Family Mortuary; service will begin at 10:30 a.m.; burial will follow, 1pm at the Maui Veteran's Cemetery in Makawao. Due to the covid19 pandemic, the use of masks and social distancing practices are required.

Carol is survived by her partner, Richard “Bonez” Taomoto; children, Leona Underhill (Brian), Joseph Aviles Jr. (Peggy), Leane Bodine (Allen);; Grandchildren: Teri Rosalani, Tyson-Lee, Amberlynn, Chelsea, Kehaunani, Charla, Angela & Kamalani, Clinton, Alex, Nanea; and 25 great grandchildren. She is predeceased by her husband John A. Robello Sr., son Robert Aviles and grandson Johnny Miyamoto.

She farmed with her husband John A. Robello Sr. in Omaopio. She also enjoyed bowling for many years with Holo Holo Bowling Club, Hawaiian League, and Old Timers League and the many friends she made over the years. She loved spending time with her ohana and Bonez.

“Mahalo nui to Maui Memorial ICU and Hospice Maui, and best friends Freddie and Ipo Calhau.

Jonathan “Bear” Racca of Wailuku, Maui passed away on November 5, 2021 at the age of 31.

Jon, fondly known as “Bear”, is survived by his parents, Erlinda C. Racca and Augusto Racca; Life Partner, Alana Seabury; Daughter, Cammie Sylvia Yaris-Racca; Siblings, Jeffery Racca and Julius Racca.

He graduated from King Kekaulike High School in 2008. Bear was a hard worker, a talented musician, crafty mechanic, a creative artist, and a lover of fishing. He was a proud father, devoted son, cherished life partner and a beloved friend to many.

Funeral services for Jon will be held on November 17, 2021 at Ballard Family Mortuary located at 440 Ala Makani Street, Kahului, Maui, Hawaii 96732. Family viewing will begin at 5:00 p.m., prayer service at 6:00 p.m. and public viewing from 7:00 p.m. through 9:00 p.m. On November 18, 2021 the family will have a second service with family viewing at 9:00 a.m., public viewing at 10:00 a.m., and prayer service at 11:00 a.m. with burial to follow at 12:30 p.m. at Maui Memorial Park.

Ballard Family Mortuary has requested that as precaution and for the safety of everyone, all who attend are required to use facial masks and practice social distancing during this time.

Pending from family

Joseph "Lilo" Pacheco

March 1, 1938 - November 1, 2021

Joseph "Lilo" Pacheco passed away at the Kula Hospital on Thursday, November 4, 2021. Born in Puunene 83 years ago to Adelino Pacheco and Mary Medina Pacheco (Deceased).

Joe enlisted in the army in 1955 and was stationed in Germany for 2 and a half years. There he met and married his beautiful wife and brought her home to Maui in 1958 to raise a family.

Joe worked at many jobs in the beginning, first as a field worker with HC&S, construction, then found his passion with driving tourists all over Maui, telling jokes, and singing to the tourists while showing them around our island. He also continued on with the military (National Guard) traveling to places like Korea and Wake Island . After the Tour company retired itself, Joe worked with the Department of Defense, National guard as a Supervisor.

Joe is survived by his loving wife of 64 years, Gisela Pacheco, daughters Valerie Abac, Deborah (Tony) Feiteira, Claudine (Gary) Polk , 9 Grandchildren and 14 great grandchildren, sisters Lolita (Mike) Jarnesky, Lily (Daniel) Asai and brother Paul (Georgia) Pacheco. He is predeceased by his brothers Charles, Stanley and Larry.

The family wishes to thank Dr. Christopher Taleghani for his expertise with dad's surgery, Kula Hospital Doctors Scott and Doctor Wu and the great staff for the caring family atmosphere you had given him (Uncle Joe), and Maui Hospice for their unconditional support through his final days and beyond.

Funeral Services will be held at Norman's Mortuary on November 27th with public viewing at 9 am and services at 11 am. Cremation to follow with burial on December 1, at the Maui Veterans Cemetery in Makawao at 11 am.

Randolph R. Cabanilla, 75 of Lahaina, Maui, passed away on November 3, 2021, at his home, with loved ones at his side, under the care of Islands Hospice. He was born on May 14, 1946, in Lahaina.

Visitation will be held from 9:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. on Wednesday, November 24, 2021, at Ballard Family Mortuary; service at 11:00 a.m.; burial will follow, 1:00 p.m. at the Maui Veteran’s Cemetery in Makawao. Due to the covid19 pandemic, the use of masks and social distancing practices are required.

Randolph was the owner of Randolph Cabanilla, EA. He was predeceased by his parents, Juan, Sr., & Kiiko Doris (Shimabukuro) Cabanilla; and by his siblings, Lenora Carpio, Juan Cabanilla Jr. and Arthur Cabanilla. He is survived by his daughter, Debra “Debbie” (John) Tuquero; Sweetheart & Companion, Terry Lynn Bosque; granddaughters, Noela Tuquero, Jessica Tuquero; hanai granddaughter, Kea-Lynn Rodrigues; siblings, Lawrence (Rebecca) Cabanilla, Donald (Chris) Cabanilla, Priscilla (Robert-deceased) Mikell, Karen (Elmer) Coloma, Nathan (Alicia) Cabanilla; his former wife, Sandra Cabanilla; sisters-in-law, Masako Cabanilla, Helga Cabanilla; and numerous nieces and nephews.

Mary Jane Ballio, 79, of Pahala, peacefully passed away with her family by her side on November 2, 2021 at her home. Born in Kealakekua, she was a retired laborer for Ka’u Plantation, member of the Catholic Youth Organization, Ka’u Christmas Parade organization, and board member of The I Love Jesus Church.

Memorial service to be held at a later date.

She is survived by her husband, Raymond Ballio; hanai son, Roscoe “Kawika” Young; daughters, Jammie (Joe) Palacat, Leslie (Alan) Young, and Donnie (Nathan) Almazan; hanai daughter, Leila (Travis) Nelson; brother, Ernest (Gail) Kalani; 8 grandchildren, and 15 great-grandchildren, numerous nieces and nephews.

Arrangements by Ballard Family Mortuary Hilo

Online condolences: www.ballardfamilymortuaries.com

Alicia Ann Coombes, 57, of Hilo, passed away on October 1, 2021 at her home. Born in Santa Monica, CA, she was a clerk for the Federal courts.

Private services held

Alicia is survived by her husband, David Coombes of Hilo; brothers, Brad Jeremiah, Bryan Jeremiah, and Darren Jeremiah; parents, Earl "Buster" (Virginia) Jeremiah; numerous uncles, aunts, and cousins.

Jane A. Leong, 81

Predeceased by:

Husband - Ernest Leong

Parents - Julia and

Mamerto Acain

Siblings - Sister Julia Acain, Richard Acain, Leroy Acain, William Acain

Survivors:

Children - Lilli Leong, Eleanor Leong, Ernez Leong, Corey Kampford

Grandchildren - Alana Egan, Lehua Egan, Joshua Meyers

Great grandchildren - Helene Andaya, Leo Kampford

Siblings - Myrna Ham, Lucy Acain, Sister Catherine Acain, Catherine Tsue, Eddie Acain, John Acain, Gilbert Acain, George Dilera

Schedule:

Wednesday, November 10 - Viewing from 6pm-9pm (Norman’s mortuary)

Thursday, November 11 - Viewing from 9am - 12pm (Norman’s mortuary)

Mass and burial to follow at St. Joseph’s Church, Makawao

Stanley Y. Takushi 83, of Paia passed away on October 30, 2021. He was raised in Paia, attended Maui High School and Northroph Institute of Technology Aeronautical School in Los Angeles. In 1961, Stanley owned and operated the Shell Station across from Maui Beach Hotel. Then in 1969, He opened Smiles Auto Specialtist on Ano Street in Kahului. Stanley is survived by his wife of 62 years, Mary Takushi. Together they raised three sons, Craig (Nora), Wayne (Ivy), Kelly (Aimee). He has 8 grandchildren, 7 great- grandchildren, sister Jane “Aiko” (Shige-Deceased) Inouye of Molokai, and several nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his parents Yasuichi and Shigeko Shirota Takushi, and brother Karl “Kully” (Patricia) Takushi. Services will be held at Norman’s Mortuary on Tuesday, November 23,2021 following all Covid precautions and protocols. Doors will be open to the public at 9:00am with prayer service at 10:00am.

Mary Luana Morton Santos was born on October 9, 1938 and passed away on October 30, 2021 at Hale Makua Kahului under Hospice Care.

She is predeceased by her parents, Benjamin Morton, Jr. and Margaret Lindsey Morton; her husband Alfred G. Santos; brother Henry Spencer and a son, Benjamin Kimo Morton.

She is survived by three sibling; Robert (Jennie-Guam), Wayne (Maui) and Marjorie (Maui); six sons; Vance (Maui). Steve (Roxanne- Maui), Jon (Ulu- Maui), Scott (Kimberly- Washington), Wayne (Maui), Jim (Washington), ten grandchildren, 13 great grandchildren, many nieces, nephews, cousins and friends.

Norman's Mortuary is assisting with family viewing from 8-9am., public viewing from 9-11am., services from 11-12pm., followed by burial at Valley Isle Memorial Park in Haiku.

Wanda Pla Dupont, 69, of Hilo, passed away on October 30, 2021 at Hilo Medical Center. Born on Oahu, she was a former waitress at Hawaii Naniloa Resort, Restaurant Osaka, Hukilau Restaurant, and Sun Sun Lau Restaurant.

Celebration of Life to be held at her home on 40 Hokupa’a St. Hilo, on December 11, 2021 at 12:00 noon.

She is survived by her husband, Howard Kaleo “Bozo” Dupont of Hilo; son, Kenward C. Dupont (Jerry Hoffled) of Hilo; daughter, Yolanda Dupont (Christopher J. Kaukini) of Hilo; sister in law, Joann Pla of Honolulu; 8 grandchildren, 5 great-grandchildren, and numerous cousins.

Arrangements by Ballard Family Mortuary Hilo