Obituaries for Wednesday, February 5, 2025
Anastacia Narito Villanueva
Anastacia Narito Villanueva
Anastacia Narito Villanueva, of Kapa‘a, passed away peacefully at home on Jan. 4, 2025, at the age of 93. She was born in Lahaina, Maui, on Dec. 21, 1931. Affectionately known as “Ann,“ she resided on O‘ahu for nearly 50 years. She retired from nursing and moved to Kaua‘i in 1997.
Preceded in death by her parents Mariano Narito and Leoncia Julian Narito and husband Feladis “Val” Villanueva.
Ann is survived by her 8 children Stephen Villanueva, Susan (Randy) Oshita, Matthew Villanueva, Valerie (Matthew) Murphy, Christine (John) Wilcox, Lisa (Arthur Betos) Villanueva, Roman Villanueva, Stacey (Brian) Sweeney, 17 grandchildren, 27 great-grandchildren, numerous nieces, nephews and cousins.
Ann was a devout member of St. Catherine parish, Kapa‘a. Her favorite pastime in recent years was playing mahjong on her iPad.
A Mass of Christian Burial will be offered on Saturday, Feb. 8, 2025, at St. Catherine Church, Kapa‘a beginning with visitation from 9 a.m. and the funeral liturgy celebrated at 10 a.m. Interment will be held at 1 p.m. at Kaua‘i Veterans Cemetery, Hanapepe
Kauai Memorial Gardens & Funeral Home assisted the family with arrangements.
Rosallia Ulanday Fernandez
Rosallia Ulanday Fernandez, of Kekaha, passed away on Jan. 2, 2025, at the age of 94.
She was born on Jan. 16, 1930, in Kekaha. She retired from Kekaha Elementary School as a custodian and classroom cleaner.
She was preceded in death by her husband Elpedio Fernandez, son Carl Fernandez, father Bernabe Ulanday, mother Romana Anselmo Ulanday, brothers Bernard Ulanday, Ameng Ulanday, Rodolfo Ulanday, David Ulanday, Gabriel Ulanday, sisters Dolores Leong and Florence Latorre.
She is survived by her sons Malcolm (Marla) Fernandez of Kekaha, Ira (Sharon) Fernandez of Waimea, Marvin (Lisa) Fernandez of Eleele, daughter Debra (Roger) Keto of Las Vegas, Nevada, sister Virginia Guisinger of Fayetteville, Arkansas, grandchildren Raenaye Kato, Kelly (Kevin) Agena, Cale (Tracy) Fernandez, Jill (Steve) Jakubowski, Micah (Teal Takayama) Fernandez, Layne (Machaela) Fernandez, Skyler (Alissa Rapacon) Fernandez, Tanner (Kelly Joto) Fernandez, Jamin (Naomi Toki) Fernandez, Chyna (Taylon Yadao) Fernandez, great-grandchildren Kysen Agena, Jace Kato, Hailey Jakubosji, Makani Fernandez, Hualani Fernandez, Hunter Fernandez, Mehana Fernandez, numerous nieces and nephews.
Private family viewing will be held at the Garden Island Mortuary in Lawai on Monday, Feb. 17, 2025, from 10 a.m. to noon.
A service will be held on Wednesday, Feb. 19, 2025, at the St. Theresa Church in Kekaha. Visitation from 9 to 10 a.m. with Mass to follow at 10:30 a.m. The family requests casual attire and kindly declines flowers.
Garden Island Mortuary is assisting the family with arrangements.
Charlotte Aiko Kaneholani
Charlotte Aiko Kaneholani, 78, of Anahola, passed away at Wilcox Memorial Hospital on Dec. 31, 2024. She was born in Hawaii on July 13, 1946, and was employed as a seamstress with Smith’s Tropical Paradise and boat tours and volunteered at Church of the Pacific Food Pantry.
Preceded in death by her husband David Kaneholani Sr., parents Charles Kiilau Sr. and Haruko Kiilau, daughter Sarah Kaneholani, siblings Charles Kiilau Jr., Mollie Shigeko Kiyabu, Lulu Tsuruko Alicuben, Walter Masao Kiilau, in-laws Lily Kiilau, Raymond Napoleon, Shigeru Kiyabu, Wesley Kailimai, Lillian Kiilau, Harold Sato, great-grandchildren Jordaen Alisna and Alaena May Himeko Benavidez.
She is survived by her children Walter Masao (Lehua) Iopa, Mollie Ray Iopa, Charla (John) Brock, David Kaneholani Jr., Maycia (Guy Ibos) Matsuyoshi, Kealaonaona Iopa, 15 grandchildren, 21 great-grandchildren, siblings Pearl Kailimai, Charmian Sato, in-laws John “Jacky” Alicuben, numerous nieces, nephews, cousins and in-laws.
A Celebration of Life will be held on Feb. 22, 2025, at Anahola Beach Park. Visitation will begin at 10 a.m. with services and lunch to follow.
Kauai Memorial Gardens & Funeral Home is assisting the family with arrangements.
Bogart Leo Kealoha
Bogart Leo Kealoha, 80, of Hanamaulu, passed away on Dec. 22, 2024, in Lihue. Bogart was a Fire Fighter III and Fire Rescue Helicopter pilot for the Honolulu Fire Department. He was the owner and operator of ‘Ohana Helicopters and completed his career with Sunshine Helicopters in Lihue.
Bogart is survived by his six children, Jennifer (Michael) Costa, Bogart Kealoha II, Jesse (Jewels) Kealoha, Ilima (Kalei) Livingston, Willow Kealoha, Charles Kealoha, four grandchildren and one great-granddaughter.
A service will be held on Saturday, Feb. 15, 2025, at Garden Island Mortuary in Lawai.
Visitation begins at 9:30 a.m., service at 10:30 a.m., and burial will follow at Kaua’i Veterans Cemetery in Hanapepe at 1 p.m.
Garden Island Mortuary assisted the family with arrangements.
Jaime Keoki Mikiala Malama
Jaime Keoki Mikiala Malama, 58, of Kekaha, passed away on Jan. 15, 2025, in Kekaha. He was born on Sept. 22, 1966, in Waimea. He was an electrician.
He was preceded in death by father Patrick T. Malama.
He is survived by Alisa Malama, son Nakoa (Kai-Lee) Malama, daughters Brandee (Sheldon) Soto, Byrlynn (Shane) Malama, grandchildren Camron Soto, Michael Soto, Kainalu Cabral, Kamaehu Cabral, Kaliko Kenney, mother Pinky Malama, brother Patrick “Kanani” Malama of Waimea, sisters Roberta “Pua” (Chucky) Remata of Kekaha, Raenette (Alton) Lopez of Kekaha, Jackie (Preston) Lee of Kekaha, Lolly (Mel) Malama of Kekaha, Desiree (Daniel) Kittredge of Waimea, numerous uncles, aunts, nieces, nephews and cousins.
A service will be held on Saturday, March 8, 2025, at Kekaha Neighborhood Center. Visitation from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., followed by service from 1 to 2 p.m.
Norman Akita
Norman Akita, a devoted husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, friend and public servant, passed away on Dec. 17, 2024, at 91 years old.
Born and raised in Kekaha, Kauai, Norman graduated from Waimea High School and went on to Bringham Young University and ultimately received a master’s in social work at the University of Hawaii Manoa. He was a social worker on Oahu and returned to Kauai to serve as the Administrator of the Department of Social Services.
He retired and joined the family business at Akita Enterprises, Ltd. From there his passion for public service led him to serve as a council member on Kauai. He was always a proud member of the Lions Club. In his retirement from Akita Enterprises he enjoyed golfing and traveling with his wife Shirley.
Norman is survived by his wife of 65 years, Shirley (Takeshiro) Akita, sister Alice Zenger, son Norman Akita Jr. (Lien Ly), daughter Tamara “Mara” Toner (Paul), grandchildren Brenden Akita, Faryn Akita, Hali‘a Toner, Maggie Brackett (Gary), Callie Weymouth (Ryder), great-grandson Bond Weymouth and numerous nieces and nephews.
A celebration of his life will be held at Puakea Grill on Saturday, Feb. 22, 2025, at 1 p.m.
Noel Marie Ululani Walker
Noel Marie Ululani Walker, 77, of Waimea, died at her residence. She was born in Honolulu, Hawaii.
Preceded in death by husband George Walker, parents Joseph and Leilani Apana, siblings Toni Driver, Buddy Apana and Lee Lindsey.
She is survived by daughter Leilani Duarte, son Joel Walker, stepsons Kevin Walker, Alan Walker, sisters Jackie Woolsey, Joey Pajela, Lizzy Kaahui, numerous grandchildren and great-grandchildren.
A service will be held on Saturday, Feb. 15, 2025, at Kekaha Kingdom Hall of Jehovah’s Witnesses starting at 2:30 p.m. Private inurnment.
Garden Island Mortuary assisted the family with arrangements.
Dennis Kiyoshi Sunada
Dennis Kiyoshi Sunada, of Kapaa, passed away on Jan. 20, 2025, at the age of 84, with his family by his side. He was born on Aug. 7, 1940, in Lihue. He retired as a Master Sergeant from the Hawaii National Guard in Kokee. He was also a part owner of Kauai Electronics, alongside Michael Womack.
He was preceded in death by his parents Frank and Mabel Yagihara Sunada, son Colin K. Sunada and sister Shirley Inouye.
He is survived by his wife of 50 years, Sadie E. Saiki Sunada, sons Lane A. Sunada of Wailua Homesteads, Jared M. Sunada of Wailua Homesteads, daughter-in-law Marry Sunada of Lihue, brother-in-law Alan Inouye of Honolulu, grandchildren Juston Sunada, Lilliana Sunada, Jessa Sunada, Jaxen Sunada, brothers Roy (Amy) Sunada of Hanapepe, Donald Sunada of Lihue, sisters Patsy (Jim) Hatmaker of Idaho, Marilyn (Herbert) Nii of Honolulu, sister-in-law Colette Saiki of Lihue, numerous uncles, aunts, nieces, nephews and cousins.
We would like to thank Dr. Alana Goo Frazier, Kauai Hospice, Dr. Downs and the other staff members, nurses Miriam and Michele, and Rev. Hojo who officiated the bedside prayer. Thanks to Bruce at Garden Island Mortuary.
A service will be held on Saturday, Feb. 22, 2025, at the Kapaa Hongwanji Mission. Visitation from 9 to 10 a.m., followed by a service at 10 a.m. The burial will be at the Kauai Veterans Cemetery at a later date. The family requests casual attire and welcomes flowers.
Garden Island Mortuary assisted the family with arrangements.
William Martin
William Martin, 92, of Kekaha, was called to his Heavenly Home on Dec. 21, 2024. Willie, a retired Kekaha Sugar Company Paniolo, worked as a ranch cowboy and heavy equipment operator during his years of service. As he raised his family, Willie worked on the weekends as a heavy equipment operator for various construction companies. He also served in the Hawaii Army National Guard.
Willie was preceded in death by his parents Antone and Virginia Martin, his beloved wife Marcia Martin, grandsons Keli‘i Shigematsu and Austin Alquiza.
He is survived by his daughters Cyndi (Glenn) Alquiza, Joni (Kent) Shigematsu, Emmylou (Lance) Martin, grandchildren Breanne (Jared) Meier, Leilani (Damien) White, Keonimana Shigematsu, Macey Parongao (Jr.), Li‘a Shigematsu (Aaron), Ka‘eo Parongao (Anuhea), great-grandchildren Noa Meier, Kyler Meier, Zavynpraise Niau, Kya White, Kaimalie Parongao Vea, Nanea Parongao Vea, sister Emily Souza, brother-in-law and sister-in-law, Eddie and Yvonne Souza, hanai brother Doug McCully, hanai son Wil Dargan, best friend Amigo Satoru Shigematsu (a Jack Russell terrier pug), including numerous nieces and nephews.
A service to honor Willie will be held on Saturday, Feb. 22, 2025, at St. Theresa Church in Kekaha. Visitation with the ‘ohana will be from 8:30 to 10 a.m. Mass will begin promptly at 10:30 a.m. with interment to follow at the Kekaha Public Cemetery. The ‘ohana suggests casual attire.
Garden Island Mortuary assisted the ‘ohana with arrangements.
Flora Campos Kahaunaele
Flora Campos Kahaunaele, of Kapaa, born on Aug. 17, 1931, passed away peacefully on Jan. 13, 2025, at the age of 93. She attended McKinley High School, later graduated from Kapaa High School. She worked for Coco Palms and retired after Hurricane Iniki. She was an avid fan watching her family play baseball, never missing a chance to cheer them on from the sidelines. Flora enjoyed spending time playing cards with friends, traveling to Las Vegas and she was an enthusiastic bowler at Kauai Bowl. Flora was a loving mother, grandmother, great grandmother, aunty and friend who touched the lives of all who knew her.
Flora was preceded in death by her devoted companion Paul Miyamoto, the father of her children Joseph Kahaunaele Sr., mother Consuelo Apiado, father Francisco Campos, son Alan Kahaunaele, brother Felix Campos, sisters Dalmacia Campos Sibolboro, Rosenda Ancheta, great-grandchildren Chloe and Tayton.
Her legacy lives on through her surviving children, daughters Pamela Domingo (Sonny), Corina Kimura (Karl), sons Joseph Kahaunaele Jr., Jonathon Kahaunaele (Sharleen), hanai daughter Gloria Sibolboro, grandchildren Chasitee Kimura (Shannon Masada), Karl “KK” Kimura, Kori Moniz (Weston), Kaohi Kahaunaele-Contrades, Shasteen Kahaunaele (Devin Marquez), Alan Kahaunaele, Tiffany Suliven (Makaio Kaaumoana), 11 great-grandchildren who brought her much joy and love, numerous nieces and nephews.
Flora’s life was defined by her deep love for family, unwavering strength, and selflessness. She cherished spending time with her loved ones, and her memory will forever be held close in the hearts of those who had the privilege of knowing her.
In respect to her wishes, the family will hold private services.
Kauai Memorial Gardens & Funeral Home assisted the family with arrangements.
Linnea Fayrene Lastimosa
Linnea Fayrene Lastimosa, of Koloa, passed away at her residence on Jan. 25, 2025, at the age of 63. She was born on Kauai on March 3, 1961. She was a retired landscaper for Paradise Bloom Landscaping.
Preceded in death by father Menelio Lastimoza, sister Lorena Nanod and brother Chad Lastimosa.
She is survived by mother Teodocia “Teo” Lastimoza, brothers Lorenzo “Larry” (Stephanie) Lastimoza, Benjamin “Benny” (Barbara) Lastimosa, Timothy “Timmy” Lastimosa, Melchoir (Vilma) Lastimosa, brother-in-law Lance Nanod, sisters Melissa (Tracy) Hedges, Meda Lastimosa, hanai sister Arlene (Adolfo) Carbonel Santana, God son Joey Allianic-Brun, nephews Jarrett Nanod, James DeCann, Kevin Hedges, Sean Hedges, niece Ashley (Craig) Miyazaki, six grandnephews and one grandniece.
Celebration of Life will be held on Sunday, March 2, 2025, at Garden Island Mortuary from 9 to 11 a.m.
Borthwick Kauai Mortuary assisted the family with arrangements.
Paul Tsugio Nishijo
Paul Tsugio Nishijo passed away on Nov. 22, 2024, at Wilcox Medical Center at the age of 91. Paul graduated from Kapaa High School and attended Honolulu Technical School on Oahu where he studied to become a baker.
Paul took over Kapaa Bakery from his father in 1963 and was the owner/baker for over 30 years. He was a kind and generous man with a great sense of humor and a love for music. Paul was married to Barbara for 62 years and had 3 daughters. He also had 8 siblings.
Paul was preceded in death by his daughter Michele Asato.
He is survived by his wife Barbara Nishijo, daughters Tess (Grant) Fuchikami, Melanie (Milo) Cornelius, son-in-law Dwayne Asato. He leaves behind 4 grandchildren Trent Asato, Alyssa (Brandon) Wicks, Kyle Fuchikami, Oliver Cornelius and 1 great-grandchild Jensen Wicks. He is also survived by siblings Shirley Miyahira, Theodore Nishijo, Rowland Nishijo and Kathryn Smith.
Memorial services will be held on Feb. 15, 2025, at All Saints’ Episcopal Church in Kapaa, Kauai. Visitation will begin at 9 a.m. followed by a service at 10 a.m.
Ronald James Santiago
Ronald James Santiago, of Waimea, passed away at home on Dec. 26, 2024, at the age of 73. He was born on Jan. 8, 1951, in Lihue. He retired from the PMRF grounds department and was a veteran of the National Guard.
He was preceded in death by his wife Irwette Santiago, son Kimo‘okalani Santiago, father Angel Santiago Sr., mother Margaret Gomes, sisters Dora Hirokane, Sharon Santiago and grandparents Balbino and Catalina Costa.
He is survived by his son Irwin (Elise) Santiago of Lawai, daughter Ronette Santiago of Lihue, grandchildren Brayden Santiago, Brayanna (Parnell) Legaspi, Tori (Tania) Santiago, Kamu (Shanea) Santiago, great-grandchildren Neveah Santiago, Kiare Legaspi, Aleina Legaspi, Xhanea Santiago, brothers Angel (Lorita) Santiago Jr. of Kalaheo, Manuel (Valerie) Santiago of Kekaha, Chico Santiago of Honolulu, sister Matilda Inouye of Kekaha, numerous nieces and nephews.
Services will be held on Saturday, Feb. 22, 2025, at the Garden Island Mortuary in Lawai. Visitation from 9 to 11 a.m., followed by a celebration of life at 11 a.m. The family requests casual attire and welcomes flowers.
Garden Island Mortuary assisted the family with arrangements.

Weylin Josiah Addo Hamilton has passed away today, the 5th of February, 2025. He leaves behind a loving Father, Samuel Mensah Addo, and Mother, Kate Addo, as well as his Grandmother Bobo and Grandfather Hawk, plus many other family members including, but not only limited to, his brother Isaac.
Weylin was a wonderful, loving young man who was just starting his adult-life journey in this mixed-up world.
He was biologically born to Minka Hamilton on May 10th, 1991, and lost his mama at the early age of 13 months, then a new mommy, Kate, (me) stepped into his life, and he into hers, to continue growing as a happy little boy.
I, Kate Addo, have asked his father, and maternal bio family if they would please spread his ashes beside his biological mother’s ashes, and have a tree planted beside his mother’s tree, as it was she who sacrificed her life to lovingly bring him into this world, and it must be her to lead him out of this world, till I can see him again when it’s my time.
I love you Weylin, and I will miss you dearly, till we meet again son. I am and will always be so proud of you. You were the light in my life that helped me see forward.