Masanori Emoto
Masanori Emoto, 98, of Hanapepe passed away on Nov. 8, 2018, in Waimea.
Born on Aug. 29, 1920, in Kekaha, he was a retired shop superintendent with Kekaha Sugar Company.
He was preceded in death by parents Matahei and Etsu Emoto, wife Shizuko Emoto, sister Tokie Miyake and brother Mike Emoto.
He is survived by son Jeffrey (Gail) Emoto of Hanapepe, daughter Donna (James) Fuji of Eleele, grandchildren Ashley (Kevin) Newton, Joel Fuji, Jacie Emoto, Lyndi (Damon) Chong and Thad (Desiree) Fuji, great-grandchildren Hope Newton, Lucy Newton, Noah Chong, Willow Chong, Keola Ching Teyah Fuji and Tavena Fuji, sister Yukiko Van Landingham of Florida, and numerous nieces, nephews and cousins.
A celebration of life will be held on Sunday, Nov. 18, at Garden Island Mortuary chapel in Lawai from 2 p.m., with services at 3 p.m.
The family suggests casual attire.
Garden Island Mortuary is assisting the family with arrangements.
Robert (Bob) Louis Lendahl
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It is with great sadness that the family of Robert (Bob) Louis Lendahl announces his passing on Friday, Nov. 9, 2018, at the age of 79. He will be lovingly remembered by his wife of 29 years, Joani, and his children, Duane, Jeff, Greg and Jill, and stepchildren Melanie and Brad. He will also be fondly remembered by his grandchildren, Sydney, Mira, Jacob, Penelope, Sofia, Aidan, Walker, Joey, Makena and Kiki.
He was preceded in death by brothers Don and Rich, sister Carol and son Bobby Jr.
He grew up in San Leandro, California, and worked his way from the mailroom to vice president of sales at United Centrifugal Pumps (UCP). With the acquisition of UCP by BWIP International, he relocated to The Netherlands as international sales manager for the pump division. His senior executive positions included Asia specialist and worldwide marketing director.
Relocating to Kauai after retirement, he and Joani established Kauai Property Services, providing peace of mind to absentee property owners. As real estate sales agents, they also hung their licenses with three North Shore brokerages, including Country Brokers in Hanalei.
He enjoyed the life of a businessman and developed many long-lasting friendships along the way in San Jose, Laguna Beach, Kauai and Placerville. He and Joani traveled the world together for work and pleasure, and during that time also lived in Beijing. His nine passports tell the stories of their travels.
In 2009 he suffered a debilitation stroke, losing some of his mobility and speech. But it never diminished his spirit. He brought a smile to everyone around him with his humor and love.
He passed away peacefully with family and friends at his side. He will be in our hearts forever. A celebration of Bob’s life will be announced at a later date.
Kauai Memorial Gardens & Funeral Home assisted the family with arrangements.
Wesley William Jerves
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Wesley William Jerves, 58, of Hanamaulu, passed away at home on Nov. 9, 2018. He was born in Lihue on Dec. 17, 1959, and was a truck driver and heavy equipment operator.
He was preceded in death by daughter Weslyn Jerves, father Raymond Jerves and brother-in-law Joel Miyashiro.
He is survived by wife Rhonda Jerves, daughters Channel (Myron Matsusaka) Jerves, Ashlyn Jerves and Jewel (Philip Papagayo) Jerves, mother Meta Jerves, grandchildren Cerian Jerves, Tori Santiago, Wesley Santiago, Myah Matsusaka, Janai Thompson, Aiyana Matsusaka and Rize Papagayo, sisters Lorilei (Randy) Watson and Alison Miyashiro, brother Raymond (Peggy) Jerves, and numerous aunties, uncles, nieces, nephews and cousins.
A celebration of life will be held on Saturday, Dec. 8, at Lihue Lutheran Church, with visitation from 9 a.m. and services celebrated at 11 a.m. Burial will follow at Lihue Cemetery.
Kauai Memorial Gardens & Funeral Home is assisting the family with arrangements.
