Obituaries for Sunday, October 21, 2018
Capt. Alfredo ‘Al’ Carbonel Jr.
Capt. Alfredo ‘Al’ Carbonel Jr.
After living an incredibly adventurous life, Capt. Alfredo “Al” Carbonel Jr., U.S. Air Force retired, joined our savior in heaven on Sept. 21, 2018.
He was the second eldest child born to the late Alfredo Itabac Carbonel and the late Aida Carbonel and had a humble-yet-fun-filled childhood in the Koloa sugar mill camp. A year after graduating from Kauai High School in 1973, he left the island and embarked on an amazing journey in the U.S. Air Force, stationed at several bases around the country and creating many lasting friendships throughout his time in the military. He served for 21 years before retiring in 1995 and returned to Kauai to begin his second career as a math teacher.
He was an avid reader, sports lover (partial to his alma maters University of Hawaii and University of Southern California), bizarre food enthusiast, globe-trotter, horticulturist, math prodigy, and part-time unofficial Air Force recruiter. Anyone who encountered him was likely subjected to his infamous jokes. He was an extrovert, full of humor and wit, and his infectious smile will forever remain embedded in our hearts.
He is survived by wife Ruth Kalili, daughters Kristie (Marlon) Cadiente, Alison Carbonel and Ashleigh (Shawn) Remigio, sons Alan (Katherine) Kalili and Aston Carbonel, sisters Lorraine (Michael) Schmidt and Arlene (Adolfo) Carbonel-Santana, brother Albert (Tina) Carbonel, granddaughters Khloe Miller and Ayva Remigio, grandson Ian Cadiente, granddog Ka‘imi, extended family, and a multitude of friends.
The family would like to extend their sincerest gratitude to Borthwick Kauai Mortuary and Kauai Veterans Cemetery for their assistance and accommodations during this difficult time.
A celebration of life will be held on Saturday, Nov. 3, at Kauai Veterans Cemetery in Hanapepe. Visitation will begin at 10 a.m., with service at 11 a.m. and burial to follow at 1 p.m.
The family suggests casual attire and requests guests to bring umbrellas.
Peter Michael Oliver
Peter Michael Oliver, 74, of Anahola, passed away at home on Sept. 26, 2018. He was born in Massachusetts on May 24, 1944. He was a veteran with the U.S. Army, serving in the Vietnam War, and worked as a self-employed landscaper.
He was preceded in death by parents John and Doris Oliver.
He is survived by wife Leiola Kamalani-Oliver of Anahola, children Kekaikaheelani Oliver of Anahola, Kaiana (Mokihana) Oliver of Wainiha, Lahaina (Robert) Grance of Anahola, Kahelena Oliver of Kauai, Mi Nei (Jason) Martins of Kapaa, Waika (Mary) Oliver of Hilo, Kauluwehiokekai (Keoni) Nakano of Kapahi, Kawahineha‘aheo (Caleb) Keolanui of Anahola, 23 grandchildren, brother Jamie Oliver of California, sisters Christine Sumner of Nevada and Jacqueline (Greg) Tesch of California, and numerous nieces, nephews, cousins and friends.
A celebration of life will be held on Saturday, Oct. 27, at his residence in Anahola beginning at 11 a.m.
His cremated remains will be separated; some will be scattered at sea and some will be placed at the National Memorial Cemetery of the Pacific at Punchbowl on Oahu.
Kauai Memorial Gardens & Funeral Home is assisting the family with arrangements.
Clesson En How Ching
Clesson En How Ching, 91, of Wailua Homesteads, passed away at home on Sept. 26, 2018.
Born in Waimea on Sept. 26, 1927, he was a veteran of WWII and a sergeant in the Korean War with the U.S. Army, an assistant manager with the Coco Palms Hotel, and retired as a janitorial supervisor with Kauai Surf Hotel.
He was preceded in death by parents Samuel and Eva Ching, son Darrell Keith Ching, brothers Harold Ching, Lester Ching and Wilford Ching, and great- grandson Coleman Ching.
He is survived by wife Grace Rapozo Ching of Wailua Homesteads, sons David (Amy) Ching of California and Derrick Ching of Wailua Homesteads, daughters Colette (James) Kawamura, Melinda (Robert) Hammond and Debbie (John) Sotelo, all of Wailua Homesteads, grandchildren Chelsie (Jon) Ing, Jamie Kawamura, Brandie (Joey) Silva, Dionne (Antone) Teves, Justin Ching, Penny Ching, Chantel Hammond, Bobby (Jenn) Hammond, Lani Sotelo and Kalea Sotelo, great-grandchildren Joey Silva Jr., Wailana Silva, Nevaeh Silva, Christian Teves, Cameron Teves, Malia Teves, Manoah Teves, Eliana Pacheco, Temana Teves and Byron Hammond, brother Harmony (Edna) Ching of Kalaheo, sister Opal Healani (Chuck) Trembath of Lihue, and numerous nieces, nephews and cousins.
A celebration of life will be held on Saturday, Oct. 27, at the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints Kapaa 1st Ward, with viewing from 9:30 a.m. and services celebrated at 11 a.m. Burial will follow at Kauai Veterans Cemetery in Hanapepe.
Kauai Memorial Gardens & Funeral Home is assisting the family with arrangements.
Delphine ‘Nina’ Dacay
Delphine “Nina” Dacay, 88, of Puhi, passed away at home on Oct. 6, 2018. She was born in Waimea on Dec. 24, 1929, and retired as a housekeeping inspector.
He was preceded in death by husband Cecilio Dacay and son Mansfield Dacay.
She is survived by children Aurora (Bill) Fritz, Wanda (Glyn) Higashi and Wadsworth (Lynette) Dacay, daughter-in-law Donna Dacay, 12 grandchildren, 16 great-grandchildren, and numerous nieces, nephews and cousins.
A celebration of life will be held on Saturday, Nov. 3, at Immaculate Conception Church, with viewing from 8 to 9:30 a.m. and Mass celebrated at 10 a.m. Cremation will follow.
Kauai Memorial Gardens & Funeral Home is assisting the family with arrangements.
Roslyn Hartnacke Brodie
On Oct. 14, 2018, Roslyn Hartnacke Brodie passed away while surrounded by loved ones. She was born May 11, 1943, in Grand Rapids, Mich.
In 1969 she earned a master’s degree in education from Michigan State University. Her parents gave her a vacation to Waikiki as a graduation present. Lynn fell in love with the islands and moved to Oahu.
In 1971 she was hired by Farrington High School as a physical education instructor and swim coach. There she created the first and only gymnastics program at Farrington High School, which earned her a “Teacher of the Year” award. Over the years she earned a reputation as a great coach and mentor to her students.
One of her greatest joys was being part of the lives of her beloved students as they became successful members of the community.
In 1976 she married the love of her life, Sandy Brodie. In 1980, they adopted their daughter Kimmee. Sandy’s two sons from a previous marriage, Alex and Peter, joined Lynn, Sandy and Kimmie on numerous adventures to Alaska and Kauai.
In 2001 Lynn retired from the state Department of Education and she and Sandy moved to Princeville, Kauai. There they built a beautiful house that became the site of many memorable visits by friends and family. She became an active member of Kauai’s North Shore community as a docent for Na Aina Kai Gardens, guide for the Waioli Mission House, member of the North Shore Dance Club, Hanalei Canoe Club, and local hula halau.
She is survived by husband Alexander “Sandy” Brodie, daughter Kimmie Brodie, sons Alexander Brodie and Peter Brodie, daughters-in-law Kristin Brodie and Kellie Brodie, son-in-law Shawn Balsdon, granddaughters Blair Resare and Karoline, Julia and Lela Brodie; great-grandsons Sam, Liam and Noah, and numerous other relatives and friends.
A memorial service will be held at a future date.
Christine Yukie Kojiri Nakaahiki
Christine Yukie Kojiri Nakaahiki, 65, of Waimea, passed away on Oct. 4, 2018, at her home in Waimea.
Born on Nov. 7, 1952, in Honolulu, she was a secretary for thecounty Department of Liquor Control.
She was preceded in death by father Tsutomu Kojiri and infant daughter Leialoha Nakaahiki.
She is survived by husband Lambert Nakaahiki, son Kellen Koa Nakaahiki, grandchildren Peyton “Baba” Nakaahiki and Kiyomi Nakaahiki, mother Elaine Ching Kojiri, brother Clifford Kojiri, and numerous uncles, aunts, nieces, nephews and cousins.
Friends may visit with the family on Friday, Nov. 9, at Kauai Veterans Cemetery in Hanapepe, from 9 a.m.
Her celebration of life will be at 10 a.m., with inurnment to follow.
The family suggests casual attire and requests that flowers be omitted.
Garden Island Mortuary is assisting the family with arrangements.
John Keoni Mamala Holt
John Keoni Mamala Holt, 78, of Kekaha, passed away at Samuel Mahelona Memorial Hospital on Oct. 14, 2018. He was born in Waimea on Jan. 8, 1940, and was employed by Hawaiian Dredging.
He was preceded in death by parents Barney and Eunice Holt, brother William Holt, and sister Octavia Nakamura.
He is survived by children Joy (Warner) Holt, Guy (Evelin) Holt, John Holt, Kevin Holt, Leslie Lacro, Shelbie (Patrick) Seau, Frank (Lala) Powell, Cheryl Powell and Jonelle (Janie) Morris, 33 grandchildren, 41 great- grandchildren, and numerous nieces, nephews and cousins.
A celebration of life will be held on Saturday, Jan. 12, 2019, at Salt Pond Beach Park beginning at noon.
Kauai Memorial Gardens & Funeral Home is assisting the family with arrangements.
George Inouye
George Inouye (G.I), age 68, died Oct. 7, 2018 at Wilcox Medical Center after a long battle with Agent Orange from the Vietnam War.
He was preceded in death by parents Richard and Clarissa Inouye of Waimea and siblings Lani Madriaga, Arnold Kamalei and Birdie Higashi.
He is survived by wife Matilda, children Josi (Kulani) Kahalekomo of Utah, Catalina (Charles) Araki of Maui, Nicolann (Brannon) Miller of Texas, Richard (Jamei) Agor Eleele and Joni (Casey) Lance of Utah, grandchildren Richelle Agor, Calvin-Paul Araki, Raine Agor, Raia Agor and Raely Agor, brother Richard (Estrelita) Inouye of Oahu, sisters Irene (Owen) Matsuwaki of Kalaheo and Hannah (Ron) Warren of Kansas City, aunty Kalipo and uncle Doug Furuto of Oahu, aunty Lei Vaughan of Oahu, and aunty Hannah and uncle Shattuck of Oahu, as well as numerous in-laws, nieces, nephews and friends.
He was a veteran of the Vietnam War with the U.S. Army, where he earned several medals and served with honors. When he returned home from the war, he worked for the Kekaha Sugar Company as a heavy equipment operator.
He also worked at the Kauai Sheraton as a shuttle driver/banquet helper, and was also a member of the Guardian Angels.
Services will be held on Friday, Oct. 26, and Saturday, Oct. 27, at the Kekaha Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, Friday with family viewing at 3 p.m., public viewing from 4:30 to 5:15 p.m., final family viewing from 5:15 to 5:30 p.m. and funeral service at 5:30 p.m., with light refreshments to follow.
Burial will be held on Saturday at 9:30 a.m. at Kauai Veterans Cemetery in Hanapepe, with lunch to follow at noon at the Kekaha Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.
