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September 26, 2017 Dr. Herbert Y. H. Chinn, 97, of Honolulu, a renowned physician, passed peacefully in his sleep on September 26, 2017, in Honolulu. He is survived by his loving wife of 66 years, Una Chuh Chinn; sons Dr. Herbert K. W. (Vivian) Chinn, Dr. Stephen K. B. (Gwen) Chinn, Hon. Eric K. H. (Hon. Lisa Chin) Chinn; daughters Dr. Patricia L. Chinn, Barbara C. (Fred) Lau, Wendy C. (Blake) Vance; brother Dr. Kenneth Y. T. (Lillian) Chinn; and nine grandchildren. Herbert Y. H. Chinn graduated from St. Louis High School, Western Reserve University [nka Case Western Reserve University], and Boston University School of Medicine. After completing his residency at Kings County Hospital in New York City, Dr. Chinn returned home where he established himself as a pioneer of modern medicine in the state. Dr. Chinn led the development of hemodialysis and transplant medicine in Hawaii with the creation of the kidney dialysis and kidney transplant programs at St. Francis Hospital. As President of the Hawaii Medical Association, Dr. Chinn obtained federal funding to develop Hawaii's Emergency Medical Technician program. As Chairman of Hawaii's Emergency Medical Services program, Dr. Chinn ensured "911" was expanded throughout the state. Dr. Chinn was a driving force in establishing the University of Hawaii John A. Burns School of Medicine. In addition to his many professional contributions, Herb was a dedicated, loving husband, father, and (with six children to feed) an excellent cook. For years at Thanksgiving, Herb was known to prepare the most delicious, kiawe-smoked turkeys and chickens in his homemade 55-gallon drum smoker. Herb would awaken at 3 am and, by mid-afternoon, deliver 20-25 smoked chickens and turkeys to share with relatives and friends. Herb and Una were innovative in their culinary creations which included using Una's secret, family-tested marinade that Herb would inject into chicken thighs long before the use of kitchen syringes became fashionable. Herb was an avid and proud home gardener and farmer who delighted in sharing his sweet, juicy tangerines, longan, pomelo, starfruit, and flowers, as well as tilapia raised in his fish pond. He shared his New Year crab claw narcissus which he carved with surgical precision. As active with his family as with his medical career, Herb created lasting memories of weekend crabbing and fishing trips in Kaneohe, swimming and barbeques in Waimanalo, making "assembly line" lau lau at home with his children, attending midnight mass with the family followed by a potful of takeout won ton mein for his ohana to enjoy at home, and countless family gatherings in his and Una's home. Traveling together from the Great Wall to the pyramids in Egypt and beyond, Herb swept Una around the world. Truly a model, loving husband and caring father, Herb is in our hearts forever. Community Recognition: 1966 Father of the Year in Medicine-Hawaii; 1988 United Chinese Society Model Chinese Father of the Year; 2003 Hawaii Medical Association Physician of the Year. Offices and Commissions: President, Honolulu County Medical Society; President, Hawaii Medical Association; (sole) Hawaii delegate to the American Medical Association House of Delegates for 12 years; Founding Member and President, Hawaii Urological Society; President, St. Francis Hospital Staff; Chief of Urology, St. Francis Hospital; Chairman, Executive Board of EMCRO (forerunner of Medicare PRO); Chairman, Executive Committee of the University of Hawaii School of Medicine; Chairman, Executive Committee of the Cancer Research Center of Hawaii; Vice Chair, Tripler Urology Program; Consultant, Tripler Army General Hospital; Consultant, Maui Memorial Hospital; Captain, Army of the United States. Civic Associations: See Dai Doo Society (President); Lin Yee Chung Association (President); other organizations. October 28th Nuuanu Memorial Park: visitation 10:00 a.m.; services 11:00 a.m.; private burial 12:45 p.m. Casual, aloha attire. Arrangements Provided By: NUUANU MEMORIAL PARK & MORTUARY LLC
Born on February 03, 1931. Passed away on September 27, 2017 at home surrounded by her loving family. She was the wife of the late Dr. Alan K. Luning. She is survived by four of her six children - Valerie Lynn Luning-Akau (Happy), Michael Luning (Nancy), Henry "Hank" Luning, and Vida Cavaco. A brother Henry N. Maile (Eleanor). Grandchildren, great-grandchildren, nephews, and nieces. A Celebration of Life will take place on Friday October 27th at the Kailua Beach Park pavilions (Lanikai side) from 10:00am - 2:00pm. A private scattering of Jean & Alan's ashes will take place on a later date.
(November 3, 1934-July 1, 2017) Aurora Angeles (Avecilla) Fruehling of Honolulu passed away peacefully at age 82 on July 1, 2017, at The Queens Medical Center of Honolulu. Present were her husband, Royal, her daughter, Christine, and two of her cousins Toni Torres and Lita Leonhardt. Her son, Everett, arrived the next day. She is survived by her immediate family of her husband, her son, her daughter, three grandchildren, and her brother, Alfonso Avecilla, of San Jose, CA. Born in Honolulu, she attended Kapalama, Stevenson, and Roosevelt Schools, and graduated from The American School in Manila. She attended the University of the Philippines and graduated from the University of Hawai'i. She completed her M.A. Degree in theater and drama at Northwestern University where she met her husband, Royal. Royal joined her when she returned to Hawai'l in 1959. They married there in 1960, and were married for 57 years. Aurora identified herself as a Community Volunteer, and was a member/officer in numerous City/County, State and National organizations and boards, especially those advocating for a greater emphasis on the arts and arts education in schools; patient protection in hospital research; and the empowerment of women worldwide. She regularly participated as a member of the choir of the First Presbyterian Church of Honolulu at Ko'olau. A "Celebration of Life" celebration will be held Saturday morning from 9:00 AM -1:00 PM on October 28, 2017, at the Ballroom/Sanctuary of The First Presbyterian Church of Honolulu at Ko'olau, 45-550 Kionaole Road, Kaneohe, Oahu. A "Meet and Greet" with light refreshments will follow the Program Family requests no flowers or monetary gifts; donations "in memory of Aurora A. Fruehling" may be made through the University of Hawai'i Foundation for the Royal T. and Aurora A. Fruehling Fellowship Graduate Study College of Education. The Inurnment Service for the placing of the ashes will be private.
September 26, 2017 Dr. Herbert Y. H. Chinn, 97, of Honolulu, a renowned physician, passed peacefully in his sleep on September 26, 2017, in Honolulu. He is survived by his loving wife of 66 years, Una Chuh Chinn; sons Dr. Herbert K. W. (Vivian) Chinn, Dr. Stephen K. B. (Gwen) Chinn, Hon. Eric K. H. (Hon. Lisa Chin) Chinn; daughters Dr. Patricia L. Chinn, Barbara C. (Fred) Lau, Wendy C. (Blake) Vance; brother Dr. Kenneth Y. T. (Lillian) Chinn; and nine grandchildren. Herbert Y. H. Chinn graduated from St. Louis High School, Western Reserve University [nka Case Western Reserve University], and Boston University School of Medicine. After completing his residency at Kings County Hospital in New York City, Dr. Chinn returned home where he established himself as a pioneer of modern medicine in the state. Dr. Chinn led the development of hemodialysis and transplant medicine in Hawaii with the creation of the kidney dialysis and kidney transplant programs at St. Francis Hospital. As President of the Hawaii Medical Association, Dr. Chinn obtained federal funding to develop Hawaii's Emergency Medical Technician program. As Chairman of Hawaii's Emergency Medical Services program, Dr. Chinn ensured "911" was expanded throughout the state. Dr. Chinn was a driving force in establishing the University of Hawaii John A. Burns School of Medicine. In addition to his many professional contributions, Herb was a dedicated, loving husband, father, and (with six children to feed) an excellent cook. For years at Thanksgiving, Herb was known to prepare the most delicious, kiawe-smoked turkeys and chickens in his homemade 55-gallon drum smoker. Herb would awaken at 3 am and, by mid-afternoon, deliver 20-25 smoked chickens and turkeys to share with relatives and friends. Herb and Una were innovative in their culinary creations which included using Una's secret, family-tested marinade that Herb would inject into chicken thighs long before the use of kitchen syringes became fashionable. Herb was an avid and proud home gardener and farmer who delighted in sharing his sweet, juicy tangerines, longan, pomelo, starfruit, and flowers, as well as tilapia raised in his fish pond. He shared his New Year crab claw narcissus which he carved with surgical precision. As active with his family as with his medical career, Herb created lasting memories of weekend crabbing and fishing trips in Kaneohe, swimming and barbeques in Waimanalo, making "assembly line" lau lau at home with his children, attending midnight mass with the family followed by a potful of takeout won ton mein for his ohana to enjoy at home, and countless family gatherings in his and Una's home. Traveling together from the Great Wall to the pyramids in Egypt and beyond, Herb swept Una around the world. Truly a model, loving husband and caring father, Herb is in our hearts forever. Community Recognition: 1966 Father of the Year in Medicine-Hawaii; 1988 United Chinese Society Model Chinese Father of the Year; 2003 Hawaii Medical Association Physician of the Year. Offices and Commissions: President, Honolulu County Medical Society; President, Hawaii Medical Association; (sole) Hawaii delegate to the American Medical Association House of Delegates for 12 years; Founding Member and President, Hawaii Urological Society; President, St. Francis Hospital Staff; Chief of Urology, St. Francis Hospital; Chairman, Executive Board of EMCRO (forerunner of Medicare PRO); Chairman, Executive Committee of the University of Hawaii School of Medicine; Chairman, Executive Committee of the Cancer Research Center of Hawaii; Vice Chair, Tripler Urology Program; Consultant, Tripler Army General Hospital; Consultant, Maui Memorial Hospital; Captain, Army of the United States. Civic Associations: See Dai Doo Society (President); Lin Yee Chung Association (President); other organizations. October 28th Nuuanu Memorial Park: visitation 10:00 a.m.; services 11:00 a.m.; private burial 12:45 p.m. Casual, aloha attire. Arrangements Provided By: NUUANU MEMORIAL PARK & MORTUARY LLC
46, of Waimanalo, Oahu passed away Wednesday September 27, 2017 at Castle Medical Center. Serena was born on October 17, 1970. She graduated from Kailua High School in 1988, and worked as a Medical Secretary. She was the youngest of 5 children to the late Larry L. Loa, Sr., And survived by mother Laura L. Loa. She is also survived by her 5 children: Brandon, Lola Barnes (Leeland), Elijah, Jacob, and Jadice. Siblings: Larry L. Jr. (Nancy), Ginger Loa-Callia (Alec), Michelle Poaha, and Laurie Loa. Nieces, nephews, grand and great-grand nieces and nephews. Uncles, aunts, cousins, extended family and friends. Serena gave so freely from her heart, asking nothing in return. Often giving more than she received. She was a strong and loving person who withstood many obstacles in her life. She was a fighter and fought to the end! Serena is Deeply Loved and Missed by her Family & Friends. "We Love You To The Moon & Back!!" Funeral Services in Serena's memory will be held: SATURDAY OCTOBER 21, 2017, WAIMANALO INTERMEDIATE SCHOOL CAFETERIA. Family Visitation 9 am. Public Welcome 10 am. Service Program to follow.