Donald J. Travaso
Donald J. Travaso, “Sheriff of Hanama‘ulu,” passed away peacefully at home on May 1, 2021. He was born in Lihu‘e on Nov. 29, 1938, and was retired from the County of Kaua‘i.
He was preceded in death by parents Joseph and Charlotte Travasso and his faithful companion, pet dog Manti.
He is survived by daughters Darnell (Myles) Aquino and Sheri (Scott) Yagihara, son Donavan (Alynda) Travasso, eight grandchildren, seven great-grandchildren, brother Joseph “Pancho” (Mildred) Travasso, sister Geraldine Duarte, and numerous nieces and nephews.
On Saturday, July 17, there will be a short visitation with the family at Immaculate Conception Church in Kapaia, at 9:30 a.m., with a Catholic Mass to follow at 10 a.m.
Following the Mass, a celebration of life will be held at the Kaua‘i Veterans Center in Lihu‘e from noon to 3 p.m. The family suggests casual attire. Due to COVID-19, masks and social distancing are required.
Kaua‘i Memorial Gardens & Funeral Home is assisting the family with arrangements.
Mildred Nakamura
Mildred Nakamura passed on July 5, 2021, at the age of 88, at Wilcox Medical Center. She was born on Nov. 30, 1932, in Lihu‘e, and was a former manager with Central Pacific Bank.
She was preceded in death by parents Lumpy and Madeline Nakamura, sisters Madeline Loui and Yurie Leong, and brothers Joseph Nakamura, Hidemi Nakamura, Tarao Nakamura and Robert Nakamura.
She is survived by son Ryan Nakamura of Lihu‘e, four grandchildren, four great-grandchildren, brother Tatsuo Nakamura of Kapa‘a, and numerous nieces, nephews and cousins.
The family has requested a private celebration.
Garden Island Mortuary is assisting the family with arrangements.
