Obituaries

David G. Anderson, 78, of Kihei passed away peacefully on September 20, 2021 at his residence under the care of Hospice Maui. He was born on August 30, 1943 in Minneapolis and lived in St. Cloud, Minnesota. He later moved to Maui in 2016 after retiring. David was a Real Estate Broker his entire adult life.

David is survived by his wife, Joy A. Anderson; children, Lisa Nicholson, John (Mandy) Anderson; grandchildren, Katie Nicholson, Joshua Nicholson and Liam Anderson.

David will be laid to rest at 9 a.m. on Tuesday, September 28, 2021 at Maui Veteran’s Cemetery in Makawao.

Earl E "Gene" Stewart, 87, passed away at his home in Keaau.

Gene was a retired produce manager from A & P Tea Company in Toledo, Ohio.

No services are planned at this time, a memorial will be announced at a later date.

He is survived by his son, Charles (Terry) of Whitehouse, Ohio; daughter, Tracey (Richard) of Keaau, Hawaii; numerous grandchildren and great grandchildren.

He is preceded in death by his beloved wife, Ruth and eldest son, William.

In lieu of flowers the family requests for friends and family to register to be an organ/tissue donor.

Arrangements by Ballard Family Mortuary Hilo

Online condolences: www.ballardfamilymortuaries.com

Josefina E. Escalona, 74, of the Philippines, passed away on September 9, 2021, with her family at her side

and with the help of Hospice Maui.

She was born on April 17, 1947 in the Philippines.

Visitation will be held from 6:00 PM to 9:00 PM on Saturday, September 25, 2021, at Ballard Family

Mortuary, prayer services will begin at 7:30 PM. Due to Covid19, the use of masks and social distancing

practices are required.

Josefina was a 1st Grade Teacher in the Philippines and worked at Hale Makua Kahului as a nursing assistant.

She is survived by her husband, Florentino Escalona; children, Maria Nita Agdeppa (Froilan), Fermo Escalona (Janet), Willy (Lorraine); siblings Benigno Etrata (Erlinda), Bartolome Etrata (Alejandra), Dionisio (Villa); and grandchildren, Frederick, Nicholai, Joshua, Sofia Lauren, Savinna Mae, Isaiah, Jozef and Juliana.

Veronica Cabello Mariano, 93, of Lahaina, Maui, passed away on September 8, 2021, at Hale Makua Kahului. She was born on February 11, 1928, in Narvacan, Ilocos Sur, Philippines.

Visitation will be held from 8:30 a.m. to 10:00 a.m. on Wednesday, September 22, 2021, at Ballard Family Mortuary; with service to begin at 10:00 a.m. Final viewing will continue until 11:30 a.m. followed by burial 12:00 p.m., at Valley Isle Memorial Park Cemetery in Haiku. Due to covid19, the use of masks and social distancing practices are required.

Veronica was a retired Housekeeper at Napili Kai. She was predeceased by her husband, Benjamin Mariano. She is survived by her daughter, Fely Carbonell; ; grandsons, Aldrin (Karla) Carbonell, Alison (Monica Jane) Carbonell; great grandchildren, Aldrin Jace Carbonell, Aldrin Jordan Carbonell, Sophia Franchesca Carbonell; and brother, Epifanio Cabello of the Philippines.

Alejandra Cabudoy Cabalo, 101 of Kahului, passed away on September 8, 2021, at her home under the care of Hospice Maui, with family at her side. She was born on August 7, 1920 in the Philippines.

Visitation will be held from 9:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. on Saturday, October 2, 2021, at Ballard Family Mortuary; service will start at 11:00 a.m.; continue public viewing after the service; burial will follow, 2:00 p.m. at Maui Memorial Park in Wailuku.

Due to covid19, the use of masks and social distancing practices are required.

Alejandra retired from Maui Land & Pineapple Company. She was predeceased by her beloved husband, Elpidio Cabalo. She is survived by her children, Ben Cabalo (Connie Jamorabon), Dominick Cabalo (Gini Laureta), Lucy Peros; 5 grandchildren, Dee Dilwith, Dominick Cabalo Jr. (Andrea), Dylan Joshua Cabalo, Lianne Peros-Busch (Michael), Sherman Peros; and 4 great grandchildren, Dennis “Trey” Dilwith III, Nicholas Cabalo, Ava Busch, and Olivia Busch.

Pauline Espanto, 98, of Lana’i. Born in Kohala on the island of Hawaii January 26, 1923 had peacefully passed on September 8, 2021 in Wailuku.

She is predeceased by her spouse Felix Espanto. She is a mother of 6 children, predeceased to Alberto (Marjory) Rabang, Survived by Edward (Phylis- Deceased) Rabang, Ronald (Lety) Rabang, Michael Sr. (Deborah) Rabang, Sandra Butzow, Claudia Preza. Survived by only living sibling Harry (Marcy) Haime.

She retired from Dole Pineapple Company and also retired as a Laundry worker at a Hotel on Lana’i. She has 16 grandchildren, 36 great grandchildren and 23 great great grandchildren.

Services will be held at Norman’s Mortuary Wailuku on Friday September 24, 2021. Viewing will start at 9am til 12 noon. Service starts at 11 am. Burial to follow at Maui Memorial Park Wailuku at 12:30pm.

Due to Covid restrictions please wear a mask when you arrive and practice social distancing. We the family would like to thank everyone for their love and support!

Paul William “Rocky” Tolentino

Paul William “Rocky” Tolentino, 74, of Nanakuli, O’ahu, entered into the courts of Heaven on September 8, 2021, surrounded by his loving family at his son’s house in Kahului, Maui. He was born on July 29, 1947, in Hana, Maui, to the late Joseph and Clara Tolentino. He was raised in Ma’ili, O’ahu with his late hanai parents, Paul William and Dorothy Ku.

He got married to his wife, Katherine, on August 10, 1991 in Hana, Maui. While sharing many beautiful years together, he worked as a Steward at the Grand Wailea Hotel and also a Bellman at the Hotel Hana Maui. Then, ventured off to work on O’ahu as a Bus Driver for Trans Hawaiian and Polynesian Adventure Tours, which brought him back to Maui as a Bus Driver with Polynesian Adventure Tours where he later retired.

Him and his wife then moved back to O’ahu, but Maui is where he called home and desired to be there for the remaining days of his life. He loved going to the beach, singing and playing his bass or ‘ukulele. He loved to spend time with his family where he is known as a loving father, grandfather and a dear friend to many. He will be remembered as a kind and gentle man who had a heart of gold. His presence will be missed and never forgotten.

A memorial service over urn will be held on Friday, October 1, 2021, at Norman’s Mortuary. Visitation will be from 6:00-9:00 p.m. and service will be at 7:00 p.m.

He is survived by his wife of 30 beautiful years, Katherine Marie Momoa. His sons: Kimo (Leilani) Tolentino, Paulo Tolentino, Lindsay (Lisa) Tolentino,Kamalei (Keala) Tolentino and William (Cody

“Hoku”) Tolentino. His stepchildren: Tammy (Shalom Tilialo) De La Nux, Andrew Cosma Jr and Josephine (Zion Gaskins) Cosma. He has 24 Grandchildren and 6 Great-Grandchildren. He is predeceased by his stepson Damien Cosma (Lei Bailey).

Condolences may be made at www.normansmortuary.com or mailed to:

Tolentino ‘Ohana / 38 Ku’uhoa Place / Tolentino ‘Ohana / 38 Ku’uhoa Place / Kahului, HI 96732. Mahalo.

Paul Holmes Gebauer, 80

Paul Holmes Gebauer, 80, died peacefully on September 9, 2021 at the Hospice Maui Hale.

He is survived by his siblings Susan Brown, Penelope Gebauer, John Gebauer, and 6 nephews and nieces.

A Celebration of Life is pending and will be announced at a later date.

Online condolences can be left at normansmortuary.com.

OR contact Paul's sister, Susan Brown at 808 283-2324

Benito Domingo, 66 years of age, passed on Saturday, September 4, 2021 at Maui Memorial Medical Center.

Benito was born in Ilocos Norte, in the Philippines to the late Guillermo & Maria Domingo. He later

moved to Hawai’i in 1991. He was the eldest of 4 children. Benito worked at the Hyatt for 30 years before retiring.

Benito is survived by wife Cecilia Domingo, daughter Yochabel Domingo, son Jerrold (Hannalore) Bali, granddaughters Miya & Kaylee Bali. Predeceased family includes: son Cyril Domingo.

Benito will always be remembered as being a jolly, loving, and humorous man.

Drive-by for public viewing will be located at Ballards Mortuary in Kahului on Monday, September 20th, from 10am-1pm. Burial will follow, 2pm at Maui Memorial Park in Wailuku.

Glenn Anthony Gravela Sr., 70, of Na’alehu, passed away on September 3, 2021 at his home. Born in Pahala, he was a former Alarm Services Technician, a welder by trade, and a US Army veteran.

Celebration of Life to be announced at a later date.

He is pre-deceased by his wife, Peggy Ann Todoc Gravela; survived by son, Glenn A. Gravela Jr. of Na’alehu; daughter, Kimberly (Miguel) Cabrera of Na’alehu; brothers, Prudencio “Dan” Gravela of Na’alehu, Leslie (Nardita) of Pahala, Francis (Carol Kekauoha) Gravela of Hilo, and Lawrence (Tracy) Gravela of Kea’au; sisters, Mary Peralta of Pahala, Eleanor (James) Talich of Kwajelin, Frieda Mae Lee of Hilo, Salome Horiuchi of Hilo, Lourdes (Steve) Kornelson of Georgia, Milissa (Felix) Ibarra of Waiohinu, Bernice (Christian) Behle of Hilo, and Elizabeth (Catalino) Alcordo of Mililani, Oahu; 7 grandchildren: Pi'ilani (Walter Espejo) Peralta, Cherish Gravela-Mareko, Chazjahtee-Ann Cabrera, Miguel Cabrera Jr., Keola Cabrera, Marqus Cabrera, Chaysten Cabrera, and Kaiyo Marie Cabrera, ; 2 great-grandchildren: Legend Espejo-Peralta, and Legacy Espejo-Peralta; numerous nieces and nephews.

Arangements by: Ballard Family Mortuary Hilo

Lorie Ann Leal, 65, of Makawao, passed away on September 2, 2021 at Hospice Maui Hale. She was born on October 31, 1955 in Honolulu.

Lorie worked as an office assistant at Valley Isle Fencing.

She is survived by her children, Cheyenne (Hidey) Kekaualua, Chad Leal, CorieLee (Hoga Dukelow) Leal, and Cy Leal; father, Albert (Alberta) Santos Sr.; siblings, Albert Santos Jr., Leora (Wayne) Asue, Allan (Jaimelee) Santos, and Alton Santos; grandchildren, Carlyn, ShaynaLee, CJ, Kaila, Kau’i, Joseph, Kuamo’o, Keoholipo, Kamalei, Gabriel, and Kathryn. She is also survived by the father of her children, Arthur “Bobo” Leal.

Lorie is predeceased by her mother, Valerie Santos, and brother, Albern “Tristan” Santos.

Visitation will be held at 10 a.m. on Saturday, October 9, 2021, at Ballard Family Mortuary, memorial service will begin at 11 a.m. Due to Covid-19, face masks and social distancing are required. Temperature checks will be done upon entry into the funeral home.

Cyril "The King" Domingo, 29 years of age, passed on Wednesday, September 1, 2021 at Maui Memorial Medical Center.

Cyril was born on May 8, 1992 in Wailuku, Hawaii to Cecilia Domingo and the late Benito Domingo. He

was the second oldest of three children. Cyril was educated at Lahainaluna High School and worked as an Assistant Manager at Pizza Hut.

Cyril was survived by his grandma Maria Baptista, father Benito, mother Cecilia, sister Yochabel, brother Jerrold (Hanna) Bali, and nieces Miya and Kaylee Bali. Pre-deceased grandparents include; grandparents, Guillermo and Maria (Domingo), Fructoso Baptista.

Cyril will be remembered for his smile, sense of humor, kindness and his solid dance moves.

Drive-by for public viewing will be located at Ballards Mortuary in Kahului on Monday, September 20th, from 10am-1pm. Burial will follow, 2pm at Maui Memorial Park in Wailuku.

On Wednesday, September 1, 2021, Bradley "Brad" Taguiped, a Maui resident for over 35 years, passed away suddenly in Kahului, Hawaii at the age of 63.

Brad was born on October 2, 1957 in Los Angeles, California. He attended college in California prior to making Maui his home. Brad was currently a Resident Manager for the Steadfast Housing Development Corporation as well as working for the Maui News. Earlier in his career Brad was employed in the

Hospitality industry with various hotels and restaurants on Maui. He was also employed at Lokelani

Intermediate School in Kihei where he enjoyed his interaction with the students and the faculty.

Brad was also active in the LGBTQ community and was always willing to help raise funds for a worthy cause or donate his time for various charities and events. Brad was always known for his quick wit, his infectious smile, and his kind and compassionate spirit.

He is predeceased by his father, Olpiano "Apache" Taguiped and his mother Esther Taguiped who were both born in Hawaii. Brad is also survived by his sister Ruth (Tory) Camargo and numerous aunts,

uncles, cousins and many, many cherished friends. He has made so many lasting friendships and loving relationships during his lifetime that his smile and laughter will be sorely missed.

A private farewell and celebration of life will be held at a later date. Anyone interested in attending, please forward an email to Ruth, his sister, and provide an email address or phone number so that details of the upcoming celebration can be sent to you.

Email: [email protected]

Barbara Lee Brown passed away peacefully on August 31, 2021, at the age of 86 on the Big Island of Hawaii. Her battle with serious medical issues over the past few years showed her courage in facing life challenges with determination and an unwillingness to compromise.

Barbara was born and raised in California and attended college at the University of Idaho where she was a member of the Alpha Chi Omega sorority and obtained her Bachelors Degree in Elementary Education. She later obtained her Masters Degree in Library Science from the University of Montana. She worked for many years as a teacher and media specialist/librarian at schools all over the world including Washington, Oahu, Okinawa, and West Germany. Undoubtedly, Barbara had a positive impact on the lives of many students during her thirty-five years as an educator. Barbara retired in 1997 to Oahu and later moved to Kailua-Kona on the Big Island.

Throughout her life, Barbara enjoyed traveling and experiencing different cultures, including trips to the Galapagos, Japan, Korea, Hong Kong, Thailand, Taiwan, the Philippines, Tahiti, France, Switzerland, England, Iceland, Belgium, the Netherlands, Spain, Italy, Austria, Greece, Luxembourg, Tunisia, Canada, Egypt, Israel and probably a few other places. Many of her early trips to Switzerland and Austria may have just been an excuse to ski in the Alps.

Aside from traveling, Barbara was passionate about animals. This led to trips to the Galapagos Islands and many hours of whale watching (counting) during her retirement years. She also donated substantially to animal rights organizations and animal causes.

Barbara is survived by her son Chris, daughter-in-law Kari, her Grandchildren Casey and Chloe, and her brothers, David, Robert, and Dana. Memorial service arrangements are pending.

Eloise Miriam Kaʻauamo, 81, of Wailuku passed away at Islands Hospice on Tuesday, August 31, 2021. She was born on July 7, 1940 to the late Louis Gomes and Virginia (Ventura) Jardine.

Eloise was a 1958 graduate of St. Anthony High School in Wailuku. She often spoke of wonderful memories created there and of the special bonds made with classmates. After her high school graduation, Eloise attended University of California Santa Barbara and later transferred and graduated from San Jose State University with a Bachelor of Education degree. She taught both kindergarten and first grade at Wailuku Elementary School where she retired after 34 years. She thoroughly loved the kids and her colleagues, and felt that teaching was her lifeʻs calling. Upon retirement, Eloise enjoyed golfing, being a chauffer to her grandchildren, hanging out with friends at Sheiks, IHOP or Zippyʻs (pre-covid), getting her hair done weekly with Iris at Salon Executives, and being a #1 fan of anything Notre Dame, especially football.

Eloise is predeceased by parents, Louis and Virginia Jardine; brother, Ronald Jardine; and former husband, Frank Kaʻauamo Jr. She is survived by her son, Frank (Valerie) Kaʻauamo III; daughter, Kathy (Reynolds Jr.) Kama; grandson Dana (Kaila Grooms) Kaʻauamo; granddaughters Nicole Kaʻauamo, Māhie Kama, Melia Kama; and brother, Michael Jardine.

Private services will be held.

Charles Kalei Phillips, 60, of Lahaina, Maui, passed away on August 31, 2021, under the care of Hospice Maui, surrounded by family. He was born on April 11, 1961, on Oahu.

Visitation will be held from 6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. on Friday, September 17, 2021, at Ballard Family Mortuary; service will begin at 7:30 p.m.; cremation will follow. Due to covid19, the use of masks and social distancing practices are required.

Charles was a Special Education EA. He was predeceased by his parents, Manuel & Stella Phillips; and brothers, Butch & Brian Phillips. He is survived by his siblings, Stephanie Savusa, Geri Phillips, Wayne Phillips, Sr., Nani Phillips; and numerous nieces & nephews.

Andres “Nato” Agan Jr., 83, of Arizona, passed away on August 30, 2021 at his home. Born in Ola’a, he was a retired Air Force Senior Master Sargent, retired Information Specialist with the State Department, and member of Sons of Norway, Filipino Veterans and Air Force Vets, Vietnam Vets, and Magicians Club in Las Vegas.

Church mass service to be held at Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Hawi, on Tuesday 9/21/21 at 9:00am, veterans burial service to follow at West Hawaii Veterans Cemetery at 12:00pm. Social distancing and mask wearing is required.

He is survived by his daughter, Andrea Hieger; brother, Nathan Agan; sisters, Marlene Manzano, Charlotte Agan-Paiva, Brenda Okano, Laura Medeiros, Isabel “Pudgie” Smith, Liberty “Lee” Rivera, and Paula “PJ” Hall; 2 grandchildren; and numerous aunts, uncles, cousins, nieces and nephews.

Arrangements by Ballard Family Mortuary Kona

Nicanor Casumpang’s Obituary

Nicanor E. Casumpang Jr., 66 of Kahului passed away on August 28, 2021 at Maui Memorial Medical Center. He was born on July 25, 1955 in Aparri, Cagayan in the Philippines.

He was a man of all trades, but most of all he was a hard working, family oriented man who worked hard to provide for his family. Nicanor worked for HC&S, ILWU, and up until his death he was the owner/operator and Electrician for his business Sea Breeze Electric.

He is predeceased by his parents both the late Nicanor & Olimpia Casumpang. Nicanor is survived by his loving wife Nenita Casumpang, and 3 children; son Nikko (Krishna) Casumpang, daughter Janis Casumpang (Bryant Manuel), and son Nicanor Casumpang III. He is also survived by his 2 sisters Victoria Divina of the Philippines & Veronica Vargas (Tito). His 9 grandchildren, Dylan Manuel, Kaydan-Jae Manuel, Aria Manuel, Skylar Manuel, Kylee Jade Casumpang, Noah Brayden Casumpang, Nevin James Casumpang (deceased), Nevaeh Grace Casumpang, & Natalia Rose Casumpang.

Nicanor was loved by all and well known by many people, and will truly be missed.

Both services will be held at Norman’s Mortuary in Wailuku. Monday, September 20, 2021, visitation will be at 6:00 pm and a service at 7:00 pm. Tuesday, September 21, 2021, visitation will be at 9:00 am and a service at 10:00 am with burial to follow at 12:30 pm at the Valley Isle Memorial Park & Cemetery in Haiku.

Charlotte Helen Johnston of Haiku, Maui passed away on August 27, 2021 peacefully at home. She was born on May 27, 1939.

She is pre-deceased by her parents Carl and Catherine Thomsen; husband, Charles Johnston; daughter, Deborah Johnston and brother, Jack Thomsen.

She is survived by her daughter, Cheryl Knaut; grandchildren, Sydney (Roy) Galloway, Tyler Knaut and Bailey Knaut; great grandchildren, Leilani and Tatum Galloway; brothers, Robert Johnston and Carl Johnston.

Charlotte loved spending time with her grandchildren and great grandchildren and rooting for Chicago and Phoenix sports teams.

In lieu of flowers, please send donations to Hospice Maui.

Susana “Susan” Tagalan Bacay, 68, of Kahului, Maui passed away on Thursday, August 26, 2021 at Maui Memorial Medical Center surrounded by her family. She was born on August 11, 1953 in Bacarra, Ilocos Norte, Philippines as the fourth child of a family of ten children.

She is best known for the all the delicious dishes she could create from scratch, ranging from Hawaiian, Portuguese, Chinese, Japanese and Filipino cultures to name a few. She was one of the main chefs for Aloha Restaurant in the late 80’s located in Kahului, Maui before heading onto other local food businesses, such as Maui Soda and Ice Works and later retiring early from Kahului Safeway where she was best known as the “Poke Lady” in the seafood department. During retirement, she continued to cook and cater for close family and friends, being that she enjoyed providing food for people. She would never hesitate to help anyone in need, even sometimes bringing her home cooked meals to the less fortunate in Kahului. At home, she loved spending time with her family, especially her grandchildren. She loved her family a lot and will be missed dearly. She will always be remembered for her strong-willed, independent, loud “podagee” mouth and funny personality. But also for her kind, loving and selfless heart.

Viewing will be held on Wednesday, September 22, 2021, at Norman’s Mortuary from 5:30-6pm and 7-9pm Public Visitation. Prayer and Service will be at 6pm. Funeral Service will be held the following day, Thursday, September 23, 2021, at 9am-11am Public Visitation. Service at 11am with burial to follow at 12:30pm at Valley Isle Memorial Park in Haiku, Maui. The family kindly asks that everyone abide by COVID guidelines. Temperature checks, masks, and social distancing will be maintained.

She is predeceased by her father, the late Santos Tagalan and survived by her mother, Pacita Madriaga Tagalan, brothers; Bernard (Anne) Tagalan, Fidel (Darlene) Tagalan, Nelson (Kathie) Tagalan, Bryan (Relly) Tagalan, sisters; Florie (Frank) Cabral, Editha Padilla, Patricia (Alex) Calpo, Helen (Luther) Kanae, Ofelia Tagalan, her husband of 45 years, Edison Bacay, children; Jay (Khendy) Bacay, John (Paula) Bacay, Jennifer (Jessie) Vierra,10 grandchildren; Victoria, Pili, Peter, Crysta- Lee, Jaydence, Torilin, Tristin, Keanuokawailele, Ezekiel, Kelia and 2 great-grandchildren Cara-Shaye and Blake.