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.
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.
Kyle ‘Kaele’ Daryle Domen
Kyle “Kaele” Daryle Domen was born on Oct. 9, 1971, at Wilcox Hospital in Lihue, Hawaii. He passed away on Sept. 8, 2024, at the age of 52 in Tacoma, Washington. Kyle graduated from Kauai High School in 1989. He was a veteran of the Army (1990-1991) and the Navy (1991-1994). Kyle also attended the University of Washington.
Kyle is survived by his children Saraya Domen, London Domen, Jaedin Domen, Gryphon Domen, parents Douglas Domen, Julie Bauguess, brother Kevin Domen and sister Kellie Dicus.
A Celebration of Life was held with family and friends in Phoenix, Arizona, on Jan. 11, 2025.
Donations to be sent to Kauai Hospice, 4457 Pahee St., Lihue, HI 96766.
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.
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.
Kathleen Donna Aban Asuncion
Kathleen Donna Aban Asuncion, of Wailua Homesteads, Kauai, Hawaii, passed away peacefully on Feb. 2, 2025, at the age of 82. Born on Jan. 15, 1943, in Kealia. She was a retired State of Hawaii Janitor at Kapaa Elementary School.
Kathleen was preceded in death by husband Alfredo Asuncion, Marcos Aban, parents Ceasar and Marie Augusto.
She is survived by sisters Susie Gusman, Theresa Augusto, brother Wayne Augusto, daughters Michelle Saia, Danette Madeira and son Stanford (Chantel) Aban.
Kathleen was blessed by 7 grandchildren Randy Teves-Aban, Ashley Teves-Aban, Andrew (Natasha) Saia, Tiane (Latu) Saia Lao, Stanford Aban Jr., Kala Madeira, Annie Rose Madeira, 4 great-grandchildren Kaya, Tuipulotu, Lii and Tosh Saia, stepchildren Wendell Okimoto, Jan Kaleimamahu, Wayne Augie Asuncion, Alfredo Kimo Escalante and Raymond Asuncion.
Kathleen embraced a simple life. Enjoying fishing, crocheting, lei making and gardening. Her favorite pass time during the weekends was finding treasures at garage sales.
Her faith in God was very strong. “For God so loved the world, that he gave his only begotten son, that whosoever beliveth in him should not perish, but have everlasting life.” John 3:16 She was the Best Mom — She will be truly missed.
Celebration of her life will be held at the St. Catherine Catholic Church in Kapaa on Saturday, Feb. 22, 2025. You may visit with the family at 9:30 a.m. Services will follow at 11 a.m. Casual attire suggested.
Borthwick Kauai Mortuary assisted the family with arrangements.
Dianne Pearl Mikami
Dianne Pearl Mikami, of Kapaa, left this world on Dec. 9, 2024, peacefully in her sleep. Born and raised in Schuylkill Haven, Pennsylvania, in 1939.
In 1957, she enlisted in the U.S. Army WAC Division, were she served in the Chemical Warfare Engineer Department in Germany and Fort Dix, New Jersey. In 1959, while serving in the Military, she was crowned Ms. World Fort Dix. After a short stint in the Army, Dianne moved to Hawaii with her husband and father of her three baby girls, Stanley Seigel. Upon arriving in Hawaii, she loved it so much she stayed and never left.
During her early years in Hawaii, Dianne made a career working in radio advertising for Waipahu’s Country Radio Station, KAHU Radio. The early 70s found her falling in love with a local boy, Russell Mikami, whom she married, and they raised their beautiful daughters among many family and friends in Waipahu, Hawaii. In the late 70s, she found her calling working as a dispatcher for the Honolulu Police Department. After her girls were grown, her next chapter in her life brought her to Kauai. She helped establish Kong Radio Station and then became a major role in FM97. Dianne was responsible for many FM97 radio contests including creating FM97’s Catch a Rising Star, FM97’s Super Bowl Party, and everyone’s favorite FM97’s Halloween Party.
Unfortunately, the years caught up with her, and she took an early retirement in both her job and her life.
Preceded in death by mother Mary Ellen and father Simon Reeds.
Dianne left behind three daughters Marty Jean (Guy) Fukushima of Waipahu, Hawaii, Michelle Emily Mikami of Kapaa, Hawaii, Dorothy “Didi” (Michael) Gordon of Lawai, Hawaii, nine grandchildren Russ Fukushima, Ric Fukushima, Amanda Sarono, Ashley Mikami, Mikeal Mikami, Ward Mikami, Cody Mikami, David Elms, Kiana Esaki, 18 great-grandchildren and brother Steven (Shirley) Reynolds of Schuylkill County, Pennsylvania, who will carry on her memories.
A funeral service will be held on Saturday, Feb. 15, 2025, beginning at 10 a.m. at Ohana Fellowship Kapaa, behind the Kapaa Fire Station, then around 1 p.m., join family and friends at Fuji Beach to scatter her ashes.
In lieu of flowers, please support Kauai Hospice.
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.
Raynette Jean Texeira
Raynette Jean Texeira, 71, of Lihue, passed away at Waimea Care Home on Feb. 4, 2025. She was born in Lihue, Kauai, on Sept. 26, 1953, and retired as a cook with Keoki’s Restaurant. She was an All-Star pitcher known for her fast ball pitching with numerous wahine leagues and later on becoming a coach.
Preceded in death by her parents Joseph and Mildred Texeira Jr.
She is survived by her sister Valerie Sekimoto of Lihue, brothers Lawrence “Larry” (spouse requested no name printed) Texeira of Lihue, Timothy (Diane) Texeira of Las Vegas, numerous nieces, nephews and cousins.
A private family inurnment will be held at Immaculate Conception Church cemetery. A reception for family and friends will follow at Kauai Memorial Gardens & Funeral Home on Monday, March 17, 2025, from 9:30 to 11 a.m. with refreshments.
Kauai Memorial Gardens & Funeral Home is assisting the family with arrangements.
