Obituaries

Clayton Anthony Alexander (63) born at Maui Memorial Hospital and grew up in Naska. Passed away May 8, 2021. He was a loving husband, dad, grandfather, brother, uncle and friend that is survived by his wife Janet Alexander, children Dustin Alexander, Zachary Alexander, Bridget (Daniel) Rodgers, and Christian Alexander. He was an amazing grand papa to his three beautiful grandchildren Kai, Jasmine, and Jonah.

Jacob Aki, Jr.

September 16, 1945 – May 3, 2021

Jacob Aki, Jr., 75, of Waikoloa, Hawaii died May 3, 2021 in Waikoloa. He was born September 16, 1945, in Honolulu, Hawaii. Jacob worked in the construction industry.

He is survived by spouse Mamo; sons Robert (Gina) Aki of Lodi, California; Jeff (Chelsie) Kinsey of Garden Grove, California; daughters Carol (Paul) Tsushima of Redlands, California; Susan (Jim) Sanford of Saugus, California; Malia Kinsey of Kapaau, Hawaii; brothers Edward (Susie) Aki of Texas; Daniel (Fran) Aki of Kauai; sister Sharon Lauriat of Louisville, Kentucky; eight grandchildren and three great-grandchildren.

Private services will be held.

Obituary pending

Due to the on-going pandemic of COVID-19, we the family, kindly ask for those in attendance to wear your masks and practice social distancing at all times. Temp checks will be done at the door.. ALL Family & Friends that will not have a RSVP seating must walk throught the chapel and exit the rear. NO gathering on property and in the funeral home will not be permitted. We thank you for your cooperation.

Condolences may be made on www.normansmortuary.com

Sauron Mina-Palacio-Yamamoto, seven days old, of Hilo, passed away on April 28th at Kapiolani Medical Center.

Private Service to be held.

He is survived by his father, Tavis Mina-Palacio; mother, Alexis Yamamoto; grandparents Cassandra Gabuat, Ed Palacio and Natalie Mina; great-grandparents, Helen Yamamoto, Claudia Mina and Aurelio Mina; as well as numerous aunts, uncles and cousins.

Arrangements by Ballard Family Mortuary Hilo

Nancy Yoshiko Kiyabu, 91, of Kahului, Maui, passed away on April 23, 2021, at Hale Makua, Kahului.

Nancy was born on May 14, 1929, in Okinawa, Japan. She immigrated to Hawaii in 1959 and spent the early years being a stay-at-home mom. She later worked for the Hawaii Hochi as a Japanese newspaper reporter and Noda Market as a produce clerk. She was a member of Maui Okinawa Kenjin Kai, Kahului Jodo Mission, Nakayama Minyo Kai, and the Japanese Cultural Society.

She was predeceased by her husband, Sakae Kiyabu. She is survived by her children Linda, Glen (Jeri), and Mark; her grandchildren Joshua, Alycia Ashley, and Jeremy; and former daughter in law, Evelyn Ritamal.

The family would like to thank Maui Adult Day Care Center, Oceanview; Hale Makua, Kahului, Pikake Unit; and Hospice Maui for their compassion and care through the last few years of Nancy’s life.

A private family service will be held, followed by a public drive through visitation on Wednesday, May 12, 2021, from 3:30 to 5:00 p.m. at Ballard Family Mortuary in Kahului.

Hisae Kano, 90, of Hilo, passed away on April 22nd, 2021 at Life Care Center. Born in Kona, she was a seamstress at Hilo Hatties, and a member of Honpa Hongwangi.

Private service to be held. No flowers, no koden.

She is survived by her brother Henry (Lavonne) Kuga; sisters Helen (Walter) Narahara and Emelia (Jim) Halling. Grandnephews Mark Kuga, Gary Kondo and Stan Shigeishi. As well as numerous cousins.

Arrangements by Ballard Family Mortuary Hilo

William Osmers Malulani Long, 91 of Wailuku, Hawaii passed away peacefully at home on April 22, 2021. He was born on October 13, 1929 to the late Henry Dwyer Keao Long Sr. and Ida Pakulani Kaianui at Malulani Hospital in Wailuku known today as Hale Makua.

Dad served in the Korean War and is a recipient of the Purple Heart Medal of Honor. He retired as a tour driver from Robert’s of Hawaii and was an avid golfer.

He is survived by his children, Alia Malulani Long of Wailuku, Ronnie Hokulani Williams (Stephen John McGibbon) of Mt Pleasant SC, William Remo Bryant of Swansea SC, Robin Pakulani (Christopher) Vierra of Wailuku, Keith Kualii Long (Johnette Lacno) of Summerlin NV, Allan Isamu (Kamryn Monte) Long of Rancho Palos Verdes Ca, Michelle Long of Honolulu HI. 13 grandchildren, 14 great-grandchildren, 1 great-great-grandchild and numerous nieces and nephews.

Due to Covid and Pop’s wishes a private service will be held.

Our family would like to extend our heartfelt gratitude and appreciation to our ohana and many friends for your love, support and words of comfort during this difficult time and just for loving our dad throughout a life well lived. We would also like to thank Dr. Chisoo Choi and Lordean Kalehuawehe- Cabebe of the VA Clinic, Jennifer Tapler, PT of Bayada Home Health and Hospice Maui for the wonderful care our dad received.

Mahalo to Ballard Family Mortuary for assisting with the arrangements. We are truly grateful.

Aloha ‘Oe Pop’s, until we meet again.

Victor Hugo Morales, 54 of Lahaina, Hawaii has passed on April 22, 2021 at Maui Memorial Medical Center.

Victor leave behind a mother, wife, 4 step-children & 5 grandchildren.

Victor was born on August 8, 1966 in Tonala, Chiapas Mexico to Francisco Morales Garcia and Hernelinda Vazquez Gomez. He was the 4th son of 10 siblings. He was a very protective brother and always tried to help each and everyone of his siblings. HE moved to Maui years ago and became a cook. He enjoyed cooking so much and worked his way up to a Sous-Chef.

He was a spiritual man, a devoted husband, great father and enjoyed being a grandfather. He was loved by so many and will forever be missed by his love ones.

A funeral service is scheduled for 1:00PM on Wednesday May 05, 2021 at Norman's Mortuary in Wailuku. Reverend Kwahi will officiate.

**En Espanol**

Victor fue un ser humano maravilloso, rebeide con sus altas y bajas, pero los ultimos anos fue un hijo ejemplay, un hermano con el cual siempre se podia contar en todo momento, siendo una persona espiritual y entregado a Dios, todas las manana se ponia a orar antes bendiciones que tenia en su entorno. Era bondadoso sin esperar nada a cambio.

Su passion por la concina lo aprendio de nuestros padres, con una mama cocinera con recetas requisimas y un papa panadero. Eso le dio las herramintos y la sabidura para ser amante de la concina y ser un exvelete cocinero, su pasion por aprender siempre lo llevo a ser un mecanico y aun asi seguia aprendia dia con dia.

Su comida fovorite era las lentejas, tamales y Mc Donalds pero lo mas importante en las mananas era su cafe con pan.

Le sobreviven su Madre de 83 anos de edad, su esposa Marina 4 hijos adoptivos Mary Grace Manivanh, Mary Joy Revilla, Mary Ann Viloria and Marlies Boy Viloria & 5 nietos. sus hermanos; Marivela, Idolina, Grancisco, Laura, Violeta, Jose Antonio, Rocio, Nancy y sus sobrinos Dylan Giovanni, Ahtziri Samantha, Ashley, Christoper Palani, Jair, Leonardo, Brando y Hermione.

Siempre vivras en nuestros corazones, no es un adios si no un hasta luego gordito.

Samuel Kuailani Sr., 79,

Our loving father, papa, brother, uncle and friend, had peacefully passed away on Wednesday, April 21, 2021. Samuel Kuailani Sr. was born June 6, 1941 at Haiku, Maui. He is pure Hawaiian and is the first tow truck driver for the island of Maui. Sam was a tow truck driver for Harryʻs Auto body shop for 9 years. He left Harryʻs and with the help of his wife Bella, started their own towing business named Samʻs 24 Hour Towing. As a tow truck driver, Sam worked with Police officers when there were traffic accidents and he was the person to remove the victims from the wreckage.

Samuel Kuailani Sr. and his wife formed Mens/Womens softball teams known as Samʻs ʻOhana, Ikaika 1, Ikaika 2, and a Police Officer team with the name Samʻs 24 Hour Towing. They also put together co-ed volleyball teams and a boxing group known as Wailuku Boxing Club at Kahekili Terrace. He also helped his son manage Hawaiian Homes Boxing Club.

He enjoyed riding motorcycles for The Sonʻs of Hawaiʻi, cooking, rolling dice and playing cards. He was a person who opened his home for people in need of a place to stay. We will remember him as dad, papa, grandpa and uncle Samuel Kuailani, the “Flying Hawaiian.”

He is predeceased by his beloved wife, Bella M. Uweko’olani; Daughter- Brenda Lee Kuʻuleialoha Kuailani-Chong; and Son – Steven Michael Kuailani; Parents, Simeon Paul Kuailani, of Hāna, Maui & Emma Imi Honokaupu, of Kailua, Maui; Brothers, Simeon Paul Kuailani Jr., Herman “Makaio” Kuailani (Sweetheart, Mary “Aunty Lei” Ishiki); Sisters, Rachel Kuailani, Violet Kuailani (Husband-Joseph “Sonny”) Poouahi.

Samuel is survived by his Children; Daughters- Bernie Kuailani, Tee Kuailani, Hanai Daughters – Muggs Enoka, Desiree (Abe) Park; Sons- Samuel Jr. (Doris Baldomir-Suan) Kuailani & Sanford (Maria Tapuro -deceased) Kuailani Uweko’olani Sr.; Grandchildren- Sanford (Talia Purdy) Kuailani Uweko’olani Sr., Kapena (Puaolena Park) Kuailani; Kona (Malia Avila) Kuailani; Shayla (Lopaka Carroll) Uweko’olani; Kainoa Kuailani; Kawehionālani. Kuailani, Kiane Chong, Kalae (Isaac Calderon), Kamila Uweko’olani, Natasha Uweko’olani; Great-Grandchildren- Ezekiel Makaliʻi-Uweko’olani, Bella K. Kuailani, Kanoa Kuailani, Kahanu Dedrick, Luka Kuailani, Mahie Dedrick, Jaycias Uweko’olani-Carroll, Kapuailihia Calderon, Keahonui Kuailani, Kaliana Dedrick, Ka’ananalu Kuailani, Ka’iwa Kuailani, Ayden Calderon, Malachi Kuailani, Kahiau Kuailani, Na’u Kuailani, Darling Kuailani, Taysom Calderon, and numerous nieces and nephews, including extended family and friends.

Brothers, George Kuailani & Charles Kuailani; Sisters, Frances Kuailani (Husband-Joaquin “Joe”, deceased) Kahalehoe, Linda “Ipo” Kuailani (Husband-Gene) Kaneapua, Laura Davis, Kehau Kuailani, Kathleen Kuailani, Carol Keanini, Laura Ann Kuailani, including numerous nieces and nephews.

Visitation will be held on May 21, 2021 at Norman’s Mortuary from 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. with burial to follow.

The family of Samuel Kuailani Sr. would like to express a heartfelt gratitude to staff of Islands Hospice for their compassionate care during his time here and a special mahalo to Reverend Chang for his prayers, love and support.

Due to the on-going pandemic of COVID-19, we the family, kindly ask for those in attendance to wear your masks and practice social distancing at all times.

Condolences to: www.normansmortuary.com

Due to the on-going pandemic of COVID-19, we the family, kindly ask for those in attendance to wear your masks and practice social distancing at all times. Temperture checks will be done on entry in to the funeral home.

Seating is RSVP only. All other attendees will need to do a walk thru visitation and exit the rear of the funeral.

Luisa Visaya Corpuz, 78

Our beloved Mother had passed away on Wednesday, April 21, 2021 in the care of Maui Memorial Medical Center. She was born in Isabela, Philippines to the late Enrique Visaya & Lusita Asia on January 30th, 1943.

Luisa will continue to live in the hearts of her dedicated husband, Glicerio Manuel Corpuz; sons, Edwin (Jean) Antonio, Jerry (Tessie) Antonio, Nelson (Susan) Antonio, Charlie (Alice) Antonio, Eulogio (Gie) Antonio Jr.; daughters, Mary Ann (Roland) Almogela, Maricris (Jess) Briones, Marisol (Sandi) Batoon, DMD, Marivic (Rod) Caguioa, DMD; Marisa Orodio; 30 grandchildren and 17 great-grandchildren.

She is predeceased by her parents and siblings, Felomino Visaya, Lorenzo Visaya, Roberto Visaya, Pacita Liclican, Teodoro Visaya, Jurity Castro, Bonifacio Visaya and Edison Visaya.

Visitation will be held from 6:30 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. on Saturday, May 15, 2021.

Due to the on-going pandemic, we the family of Luisa Visaya Corpuz kindly ask for those in attendance to wear your masks and apply social distancing at all times.

Condolences may be posted on www.normansmortuary.com

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Kenneth Elmer-Kala Hunt passed away of natural causes on April 20, 2021 at 845p.m. in wailuku, maui , hawaii.

He was 72 years of age. He was born on November 7, 1948 in Albuquerque, New Mexico and is enrolled member of the Laguna Pueblo Tribe of New Mexico.

He Survived by: His wife of 27 years, Melanie Kala-Hunt and her children Isaac and Karis Trono; Sisters; Carol Ann Hunt and Marijo Beth Hunt of Laguna Pueblo, New Mexico. His God Daughter, Matha Frances Purley-Yazzie her husband TroyYazzie and their children Kate Purley, Rachel Estevan, Arturo and Dominik and 5 other God Children.

Funeral services will be held at Norman's Mortuary, Wailuku, Maui, Hawaii

on Thursday, May 6, 2021.

Private family seating only RSVP; 8:00a.m. - 10:00 a.m.

Public walk thru visitation memorial from 10:00 a.m.- 12:00noon.

We Thank you for the prayers and love you shared with Ken in the 28 years he has been with us in Hawaii.

Due to the on-going pandemic of COVID-19, we kindly ask for those in attendance to wear your masks and practice social distancing during your visitation. All family and friends that do not have a RSVP seat in the chapel must walk through the chapel and exit the rear of the facility. LIMITED SEATING

Condolences may be sent via: www.normansmortuary.com

Juan “Jum” Cayan Jr., 68, of Wailuku, Maui passed away surrounded by his loving family on April 20, 2021. He was born on September 3, 1952 in Lana’i, Hawaii to Juan Cayan and Josephine Baldimor-Pascua. He worked in the Hawaii Ironworkers Union Local 625 for 40 plus years and retired in 2013 from Maui Industrial Metal Fabricators.

He is predeceased by his parents Juan Cayan and Josephine Baldimor-Pascua. Daughter Jody Cayan and Grandson Cam Balignasay. He is survived by spouse Norma Jean Cayan. Daughters Dorian “Deedee” Espinosa, Jamie (John) Balignasay and Jena (Naz) Nunez. Sons Jensen (Alana) Cayan, and Jon (Crystalyn) Cayan. Brothers Jim Cayan and Douglas (Luka) Cayan. Sisters Jean Cuaresma, Doreen (Francis) Pedro, Gwen (Charles) Kaukeano and Lucille “Porky” (Michael) Baltazar. Stepmother Josefa Cayan. 11 grandchildren, numerous nieces and nephews.

He loved his hometown of Lana’i, even though he lived on Maui. You could take the boy out of Lana’i, but not his HEART. Lana’i, was always just a BEAT away. He enjoyed hunting and had his favorite spots back home. He was known to always capture the moment through photos and videos. From first steps, to sports, to special events and more. He was also known for Pidgin sayings. Like “Wat you thinkin” and “Bumbai you learn”. He was always punctual and would scold his family if we were late. He loved his family dearly. He enjoyed working with his grandchildren in their selective sports, because he wanted them to be successful. Our family was known to always be on the Diamond. From Dad, to sons and now to grandchildren continuing to play his favorite sport of baseball. He was a great spouse, father, brother, son, friend, coach and the best Papa ever. Known as “Coach Papa” to many. He will truly be missed, but his Legacy will live on through his family.

Our family would like to thank Hospice Maui for their support and care.

Due to Covid 19, private services will be held for the family and viewing for the public will be from 9:00am-12:00pm at Ballards Family Mortuary in May 14, 2021 in Kahului. Cremation to follow. No flowers please. We kindly ask all in attendance, to please wear your mask and practice social distancing.

Donald Anthony Coskran

December 20, 1945 – April 19, 2021

Donald Anthony Coskran, 75, of Kailua Kona, Hawaii died April 19, 2021 in Kailua Kona. He was born December 20, 1945, in Minneapolis, Minnesota. Donald worked in sales management and marketing for pool and solar industries. Many people knew him as Doc when he was with Hawaii Motors.

He is survived by spouse Carla; brother Patrick (Linda) Coskran of Valencia, California, and nieces and nephews.

Private services will be held.

Randy Mathew Mattos, 68, of Hilo, passed away on April 19th. Born in Hilo, he was a singer, hunter and fisherman.

Visitation 9-9:30am Thursday, May 6th, at St. Joseph Church. Mass to follow from 9:30-10:30am. COVID-19 Social Distancing/Guidelines are required.

Survived by mother, Violet Ketchum of Kurtistown; sons, Troy (Jae) Mattos of Wailuku, Maui, and Joseph Mattos of Hilo; daughters, Carla Mattos of Hilo, Harmony (Jacob) Williamson of Nashville, Tennessee, and Chandler Mattos of Florida; brothers Dennis (Leilani) Vierra of Hilo, Dale Mattos of Hilo, and Darrell (Rene) Mattos of Keaau; sisters, Pearl (Bobby) Gomez of Bellflower, California, Linda (Victor) Souza of Kurtistown, Annette O’Brien of Hilo, and Antoinette Toni (Rodney) Castillo of Keaau; thirteen grandchildren, three great-grandchildren and numerous aunts, uncles and cousins.

Arrangements by Ballard Family Mortuary Hilo

Ponciano Douglas Cernal 76 of Makawao, Maui passed at Hospice Maui Hale in Wailuku on Monday April 19, 2021. He was born on November 19, 1944 in Paia, Maui.

Graveside service will be held on Thursday May 6, 2021 at 10:00am at Valley Isle Memorial Park in Haiku.

Douglas retired from the United Carpenters Union as a Journeyman Carpenter. He was a union member for 51 years. He is survived by his companion Donna McCabe; and his children Paula (Richard) Tavares, Douglas (Peaches) Cernal, Debbie (Major) Day and Jason Cernal; eleven grandchildren and three great-grandchildren; siblings Mildred (Richard) Baldovi and Jean (David) Kanae. He was predeceased by his wife Mary Dolores Cernal; his parents Alipio Cernal and Filomena Guanko; his sister Dolores (Maximo) Faller.

Josephine Itliong Paet, 61

Josephine Itliong Paet, 61 of Lacey, Washington passed on April 18, 2021. She was born in Laoac, Philippines to Francisco Itilong & Juliana Dulay on January 26, 1960.

She worked at Madigan Army Medical Center as a certified tumor registrar.

She is survived by her husband; Danny A. Paet, mother; Juliana Dulay Itliong, son; Michael (Noelle) Paet, daughter; Kristel Paet, grandchildren; Lucas, Landon & Lennox, brothers Roberto (Perlita) Itliong, Armenio (Lucrecia) Iltiong, William (Cristina) Itliong, Virgilio (Eliza) Itliong, Orlando (Marissa) Itliong, & sisters; Elyzabeth Itliong & Rosalie (Arnold) Ancheta.

She is pre-deceased by her father; Francisco Itliong.

Due to the on-going pandemic of COVID-19, we the family, kindly ask for those in attendance to wear your masks and practice social distancing at all times. Temperture checks will be done on entry in to the funeral home.

Seating is RSVP only. All other attendees will need to do a walk thru visitation and exit the rear of the funeral.

Condolences to: www.normansmortuary.com

Josephine Itliong Paet, 61 of Lacey, Washington passed on April 18, 2021. She was born in Laoac, Philippines to

Francisco Itilong & Juliana Dulay on January 26, 1960.

She worked at Madigan Army Medical Center as acertified tumor registrar.

She is survived by her husband; Danny A. Paet, mother; Juliana Dulay Itliong, son; Michael (Noelle) Paet,

daughter; Kristel Paet, grandchildren; Lucas, Landon & Lennox, brothers Roberto (Perlita) Itliong, Armenio (Lucrecia) Iltiong, William (Cristina) Itliong, Virgilio (Eliza) Itliong, Orlando (Marissa) Itliong, & sisters; Elyzabeth Itliong & Rosalie (Arnold) Ancheta.

She is pre-deceased by her father; Francisco Itliong.

Public visitation will be on Friday, May 14, 2021 from 10:30 AM - 1:00PM.

Jovencio M. Pimentel Sr., 70, of Na’alehu, passed away on April 16th at Ka’u Hospital. Born in the Philippines, he was a heavy equipment operator and state highway worker for the County of Hawaii.

Services held.

He is survived by his wife Zenaida M. Pimentel; sons, Jovencio M. (Emiliana) Pimentel Jr., Mark Philip M. Pimentel, and John Edward King M. Pimentel; daughter, Maria Jovaida (Darian) Pimentel-Holiday; brothers Romolo M. Pimentel, and Marcelino M. Pimentel Jr.; sisters, Narcisa P. Sanchez, Evangeline M. Pimentel and Estrella P. Feisth, 2 grandchildren, and numerous aunts, uncles and cousins.

Arrangements by Ballard Family Mortuary Hilo

Stanley Allen Brown, 79

Stanley Allen Brown, 79 of Makawao, Maui, Hawaii passed unexpectedly on April 14th, 2021. He was born on December 18, 1941 in Fresno, California to Roy Anderson Brown and Elma Violet McCartney.

Stan loved target shooting. He made rock jewelry. Stan loved photography, particularly macro photography. He refused to use the automatic settings and always provided his own camera settings. For work, Stan repaired power tools and did mechanic work. He loved Jesus and attended church regularly. His close friends and family referred to him as “Sarge.” His friends remember that he liked to go to concerts and having dinners together. He helped homeless people by handing out meals with his son-in-law, Jimmy. Stan loved to tell stories. He joked and laughed easily. Stan loved to 4 wheel in his land cruiser. His grandchildren affectionately refer to him as Grandpa Cake.

He is survived by his wife, Katherine (Katie) Brown, 7 children, and 10 grandchildren.

There will be a memorial service on Friday, April 30, 2021 at 6:30PM. The location is New Hope Maui at 400 Hana Highway.

Thank you to the Pastoral Care of New Hope Maui.

Kalanilehua “Hua” Gerard, 43

Lehua Gerard, 43, of Makawao, Maui, passed away on April 13, 2021, with family at her side, under the care of Islands Hospice of Maui. She was born on August 11, 1977, in Wailuku.

Due to covid19, private services will be held.

Lehua was a Technician at Terminix for 19 years and a porter at the airport for SAS. She was predeceased by her mother, Sheila Gerard and her brother Brandon Gerard. She is survived by her Father Kelvin Gerard her brother Chad (Hoku) Gerard nephew’s Lauloakuikamakani and Cheyn and niece CharLeeRae.

She is also survived by her beloved wife for 17 years Mahina Gerard; children, Sheldon (Keolani Akana) Akina, Tita (Nawai’eha Kala) Akina, Kukamaehu (Lexi Nakamura) Akina, Pilikapu`uwai Akina and Hilina’i Akina; and grandchildren: Payton, Faith, Johnny Boy, Zaliah, Kapua, Blaze and Kape’a.

Lehua loved softball and played her whole life and excelled in it. She created Team PONO women’s softball team, A close net of friends that became family. She also loved putting on drag shows “FANTASY OF ILLUSIONS” and the performers also becoming family as well. She loved traveling-VEGAS especially and hanging out with friends and family on the weekends. Always so loving, always there to help anyone with anything. Always smiling and laughing and a true joke-ster.. A PURE HEART OF GOLD, YOU ARE TRULY “GOLDEN”

The family would like to thank Islands Hospice for

their support and care through this difficult time.