94, of Ewa Beach, HI, died in Ewa Beach on December 20, 2019. She was born in Waialua, HI. Visitation: 8:30 am; Services: 9:30 am on Thursday, February 6, 2020 at Mililani Mortuary Makai Chapel. Burial: 11:00 am at Mililani Memorial Park.
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Gavina Rivera Dela Cruz
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Rebecca Noelani Boteilho
75, of Kula, Maui, died on December 19, 2019 in Kula. She was born in Kula on November 23, 1944. Visitation: 9:00 a.m.; Service: 11:00 a.m. on Saturday, February 8, 2020 at Nakamura Mortuary. Burial: 12:30 p.m. at Maui Memorial Park.
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Janet T Kimura
87, of Pearl City, died in Pearl City on December 16, 2019. She was born in Honolulu, Hawaii. Private services were held
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Secily Malia Gray
Secily Malia Gray went home to be with the Lord on January 4, 2020 with her husband by her side. Malia is survived by her husband Todd, son Akili & daughter Meleana; parents, Lyman & Delleen Meyer; sisters: Danene (Pono), Kaleinani (Shannon(d); brother Kaniau (Mary) & numerous nieces & nephews. A life-long hula dancer, she embodied the essence & vibrancy of the mele she danced. Malia was a proud alumna of St. Andrew's Priory & Pacific University. She so enjoyed cheering for her children & encouraging them to excel in all their endeavors. Malia loved the Lord & was active in her church community & served in several leadership roles. Her heart was to share Jesus with all she encountered. She made numerous friends with her radiant smile & loving nature. Malia was an amazing wife, mother, daughter, sister, aunt and friend. We keep her memory alive by remembering to smile - aloha kekahi i kekahi. Funeral services will be held on Saturday, February 8, 2020 at Anchor Church, 45-815 Po'okela Street, Kane'ohe. Visitation will begin at 1:00 p.m. Celebration of Life to follow.
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Paul Charles Topalian
TOPALIAN, Paul Charles, 72, passed away peacefully at home in Kailua, Hawaii, on Friday, January 10, 2020, surrounded by family. Born in Cambridge, Massachusetts (MA), September 27, 1947; grew up in Watertown and Belmont, MA, graduating from Belmont High School class of '66. Loving and devoted husband to Solinuu Poueu Topalian and father of Lucia Makerita Topalian. Brother of Virginia and her husband Berj Najarian of Waltham, MA; and younger sister Irene and her husband Michael Hicks of Belmont, MA. Adoring uncle to many nieces and nephews. Son of the late Louis Topalian, an Armenian genocide survivor, and Marguerite Barberian. Grandson of Yeghia and Armenouhi Barberian, and Boghos and Nora Topalian, also survivors of the Armenian genocide. Graduated summa cum laude from Norwich University in 1971 and commissioned as an officer in the U.S. Army, retiring at the rank of LTC in 1996. He had two graduate degrees - a master of science in Business Management from Salve Regina University and a master of arts in National Security Studies from the U.S. Naval War College. With 30 years of experience as an intelligence professional, he had extensive overseas experience in Asia and Europe with the U.S. military and several U.S. government agencies; and was awarded the Intelligence Collector Award by the US Intelligence Community and the Legion of Merit Distinguished Medal by the US Army. Published author of "Tradecraft Primer: A Framework for Aspiring Interrogators," a primer used as the foundation for a new course in the Criminal Justice program at Norwich University - the last service he provided to future leaders of the US military and intelligence community. He was deeply proud of the home he and his wife designed and built together in Kailua. He is survived by his wife of 35 years - Solinuu, and daughter Lucia - a teacher at St. Anthony's Kailua, and many adoring nephews and nieces whose lives were positively impacted by a wonderful man, now our guardian angel. We love you Paul. Funeral services will be on Friday, February 7, 2020 (General Visitation at 9am; Eulogy at 9:30am; Mass at 9:45am), St. Anthony's Church, 148 Makawao St., Kailua, Hawaii, followed by lunch in the parish hall. Burial at 1pm at the Hawaii State Veterans Cemetery in Kaneohe. The family asks that in lieu of flowers, donations be made to the: Armenian Memorial Church, 32 Bigelow Ave., Watertown, MA 02472, "in memory of Paul C. Topalian." Arrangements Provided By: Hawaiian Memorial Park Mortuary
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Ray Kiyoshi Asada
75, of Kaneohe, retired from Star Market Kahala and Kahaluu Elementary School, passed away on December 28, 2019 at home. He was born in Honolulu. He is survived by his wife, Gail; son, Evan; brothers, Richard (Sheryl) and Michael (Cindy); and sister, Lynn (Larry) Cook. Visitation is at 5:00 p.m. on Friday, February 7, 2020, at Hosoi Garden Mortuary. The service begins at 6:00 p.m. Casual attire. No flowers. Arrangements Provided By: Hosoi Garden Mortuary
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Jeter “Jet” P. Battley, Jr.
of Annapolis, MD., passed away on May 11, 2019. Born in Ashville N.C. on February 16, 1926. He served as a Gunners Mate in the U.S. Navy during WWII aboard the USS Frederick Funston (APA-89) in the Pacific Theater. He worked for the US Coast and Geodetic Survey as a cartographer/photogrametrist. Jet loved sailing, wintering in Hawaii, was an avid reader and a long time Washington Redskins football fan and a Washington Nationals baseball fan. His memberships included Elks Lodge 622 and the Fleet Reserve Association Branch 22. Survived by wife, Lamela Holt Battley, daughters, Cynthia Rincon of Atlanta, GA., and Melissa Battley; three grandchildren and five great grandchildren. Preceded in death by his daughter Shari Newton. Private services will be held at the National Memorial Cemetery of the Pacific at Punchbowl.
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Dr. Se Mo Suh
passed away peacefully on Sunday, December 29, 2019 at the age of 89 in San Jose, California. He was surrounded by his entire family - Young Shim, his beloved wife of 54 years; sons Philip and Timothy, daughters-in-law Michele and Mary, grandchildren: Caitlin, Jonathan, Matthew, Sarah and Rachel, and best friend of over 70 years, Dr. John Joon-Sik Hong. The entire family had a wonderful last Christmas together in San Jose. In addition to being a prominent and well-respected physician in South Korea, Dr. Suh was well known in the Korean American community in Hawaii and on the mainland. He was an active community leader who dedicated his life to helping others. Dr. Suh's Christian faith was also an important part of his life. He was a founding member of the Alpha Korean United Church in Toronto, Canada and an elder of the Korean Christian Church in Honolulu, Hawaii. Dr. Suh taught generations of physicians as a professor at the Yonsei University College of Medicine in Seoul, Korea and the University of Hawaii John A. Burns School of Medicine. Dr. Suh was the first Korean physician certified by the American Board of Pediatrics in the United States and the first Korean language speaking primary care physician in Hawaii. Staying true to his passion for learning and teaching, Dr. Suh donated his body to the John A. Burns School of Medicine - University of Hawaii, to train future doctors. A Memorial Service will be held at the Aiea Korean United Methodist Church on Saturday, February 15, 2020. Family visitation: 10:00 a.m.; Memorial service: 11:00 a.m. No flowers, please. For more information, please visit https://semosuh.com.
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KAPELIELI “KAPA” KAUAHIKAUA, SR.
January 6, 1941 ~ November 16, 2019 Kapa passed away on November 16, 2019 at The Queen's Medical Center, Honolulu, Hawaii. He was a construction-welder and also was a member of the Ala Wai Canoe Club. He is survived by sons: Kapelieli "Kape" Jr., Kawai Kalaaukahi; daughters: Keala Ann Moana, Keanu-Ani Mele-Mokihana. Celebration of Life: 9:00 a.m. on Sunday, February 9, 2020 Ala Wai Community Park. Scattering of ashes to follow.
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Kathryn Anne Hoffman
Kathryn Anne Hoffman passed away in the early morning hours of January 19, 2020 at the age of 76. She is survived by her loving husband Robert 'Terry' Hoffman, two sons Doug and Scott, their wives Caroline and Harriet, five grandchildren Kaili, Noah, Matthew, Lucia, and Tom Hoffman, and younger sister Susan Edwards. There will be a celebration of life at Trinity Church in Maunawili at 12 pm on Wednesday, February 5th. The family would like to thank Kathy's many family members, friends, neighbors, doctors and caregivers who have enriched their lives. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Trinity Center for World Mission, P.O. Box 580, Dahlonega, Georgia 30533, www.trinitycwm.org Arrangements Provided By: Hawaiian Memorial Park Mortuary
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Cynthia Fumie Yamane
Cynthia Fumie Yamane, 68, of Honolulu, passed away on Dec. 15, 2019. Her last moments were spent with her family at her home in Nuuanu. She battled Parkinson's disease for 20 years. Cynthia was born on May 17th, 1951. Her parents were the late Joan and James Yamane. She attended Roosevelt High School and graduated from U.H. at Manoa. She worked as a manager at R.C. Drive In. It was a family business. After it closed, she went to work at Liberty House downtown. She had numerous awards for outstanding employee. She retired after her illness got worse. She loved animals and always took care of several cats at a time. She was a good cook, baker, and loved to do crafts. She is survived by her brother, Fred Yamane (Suzanne), and sister, Lynette Pakele (Len). Also, niece Traci Beitzel (Dean), nephews Garreth Yamane, Lee Pakele, and Larin Pakele (Tomomi). She is also survived by aunts Helen Ginoza (Edward) and Sally Tokunaga. Also numerous cousins. She was especially close to cousin Susan Ichimasa who helped with her care. We miss her very much and know she is in a better place. As per her request, private services were held. No Koden please. Arrangements Provided By: Hosoi Garden Mortuary
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GORDON K.K. TOM
Our loving Dad, Gordon K.K. Tom, passed away peacefully on January 13, 2020 surrounded by our Mom, Judy, and all of us; we are his legacy. Richard (Trudy), Gordean (Peter) Gutierrez, Patrick (Maria), Jennifer (Michael) Siracusa, Kathleen (Jay) Bode and Malia (David) Sedlak along with 11 grandchildren and 4 great- grandchildren. A '57 graduate of Maryknoll High School, he retired from the Honolulu Fire Department as a captain after 32 years of service. While with the Fire Department, he held various elected positions within the Hawaii Fire Fighters Association for a period of 26 years. After retirement, he worked for Aloha Airlines, then Vacations Hawaii to get his Vegas fix. He called everyone his friend. He generously donated his body to the John A. Burns School of Medicine. A memorial mass will be held on Thursday, February 6th, at St. Anthony of Padua Church, Kailua. Visitation at 8:15 AM, HFD Pass in Review at 9:30, Eulogy at 9:45 and Mass at 10 with lunch to follow in the parish hall.
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LEROY (LEE) CLAY BUTLER
Passed away peacefully on January 3, 2020 at Arcadia where he had lived for nearly 30 years. He was 100 years old. Lee was born May 29, 1919 in Truman, Minnesota and grew up in St. Charles, MN where he lived with his brother Frank, and parents Bartlett and Pearl Butler. After completing high school, he became an athletic coach in the Works Progress Administration's Recreation Program. In September 1940, he enlisted in the Minnesota National Guard. Four months later he was mobilized into active federal service by a Presidential Proclamation issued by President Franklin Delano Roosevelt. In August 1941 he arrived on Kodiak Island, Alaska where he served 3 years. After the war he settled in Winona, MN where he worked for the Winona National and Savings Bank. Sometime during his employment there, he came under the watchful eye of Grace Watkins King, the heiress of Watkins Products and co-owner of the bank with her husband. Lee became her personal assistant. After the death of her husband, Mrs King moved to Hawaii and took Lee with her. He continued to manage her personal business until her death in 1975. Lee met and married Ann Byrne Moranz in May 1965. They enjoyed numerous cruises and traveled to the East Coast to visit with both of their families in Philadelphia and Florida. Ann Butler predeceased Lee in 1997 after 32 years of marriage. He is survived by his step-son Andrew J. Speese and step-daughter Ann S. Giese, who both live on Oahu. He is also survived by his nephews Frank and Mark Butler, 4 grandchildren, Kevin and Andrea Speese, Samuel Giese and Erin Garcia; 5 great-grandchildren and numerous grand and great-grand nieces and nephews. Lee is also survived by his long time friend, Elaine Stroka. He will be greatly missed by his family and friends. There will be a Celebration of Life at Arcadia on February 5. Visitation at 0930 and service at 1000. He was buried in a private ceremony at the Hawaii Veterans Cemetery in Kaneohe.
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Suzanne Elizabeth McLaughlin
77, died Jan. 17 in Kailua, Oahu. She was an elementary school teacher for nearly four decades at Special Education Center of Oahu, Le Jardin Academy and Maryknoll Schools. Services will be held Saturday, Feb. 8 at St. John Vianney in Kailua, with visitation at 10 am, eulogy at 10:30 am followed by mass at 11 am. Suzanne leaves behind daughters Malia Zimmerman and Maile McLaughlin, son-in-law Kevin Comcowich, grandchildren Michael Zimmerman, Kealoha Comcowich and Mahina Comcowich. Arrangements Provided By: Ballard Family Moanalua Mortuary
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KWONG HING LUM
87, of Honolulu, Founder and President of the KH Lum Insurance Agency and Vice President of Grand Pacific Life Insurance Co., passed away December 31, 2019 at his residence. He was born in Honolulu. He was predeceased by his wife of 60 years, Diane. Survived by son, Kim Lum (Christina, spouse); daughters Kelley Lum Oshiro (Calvin, spouse) and Kalei Love (Bob, spouse); 4 grandchildren and 3 great- grandchildren. Private service. Arrangements Provided By: Nuuanu Memorial Park & Mortuary LLC
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Thelma Masago Matayoshi
95, of Honolulu, a retired cake decorator for Liliha Bakery, passed away on December 18, 2019 at home. She was born in Honolulu. She is survived by her husband, George; daughters, Charlotte (Kenneth) Takeya, Judy Mooko, Linda (Robert) Windham and Gail (Julius) Quijano; and by six grandchildren and eight great-grandchildren. She was pre-deceased by daughter, Elsie Tamayose. Visitation is at 1:00 p.m. on Sunday, February 9, 2020, at Hosoi Garden Mortuary. The service begins at 2:00 p.m. Casual attire. No flowers. Arrangements Provided By: Hosoi Garden Mortuary
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Ben H. Kusano
Age 76, of Honolulu, passed away on December 12, 2019 in Honolulu. He was born in Kohala, Hawaii. He is survived by wife Jean; daughter Claudine; son Ryan (Tanya); four grand- children; two brothers and one sister. A private service was held. Arrangements Provided By: Nuuanu Memorial Park & Mortuary LLC
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Carolyn Harue Yokooji
79, of Waimanalo, retired beautician and owner of House of Beauty, passed away on January 16, 2020 at home. She was born in Honolulu. She is survived by son, Lance (Robynn); daughter, Stacy (Timothy) Armstrong; brothers, Gary (Sheila) and Derrick (Oen) Murakami; sisters, Miriam Fujioka and Quadra (Melvin) Kim; and grandchildren, Curtis and Brance Armstrong, and Alana and Alexa Yokooji. Visitation is at 5:00 p.m. on Wednesday, February 12, 2020, at Hosoi Garden Mortuary. The service begins at 6:00 p.m. Casual attire. No flowers. Arrangements Provided By: Hosoi Garden Mortuary
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Kay Kam Oi Ching
KAY KAM OI CHING Born on May 24, 1925 and raised in Kula, Kay went peacefully into the arms of Jesus on December 22, 2019. Survived by her son, Roger (Lynn); grandsons Aaron (Jessica) and Jared (Kehaulani), and 5 great grandchildren. Her Celebration of Life will be on Saturday, February 8, 2020, at Kalihi Union Church. Visitation: 10:00 a.m.; Service: 11:00 a.m. Aloha attire.
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Doris Yoshie Tomita
82, of Kaneohe, Hawaii, died in Kaneohe on January 22, 2020. Doris worked at the YMCA of Honolulu for over 30 years retiring in 2005 as the Senior Vice President Chief Operating Officer. Doris is survived by husband James, four sons and three grandchildren. Family will be Celebrating Doris' Life on Monday, February 10, 2020 at Valley of the Temples Mortuary Lower Chapel. Visitation: 5:00 p.m. Services: 6:00 p.m. Arrangements Provided By: Hawaiian Memorial Park Mortuary
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