Haliʻa Aloha means cherished or loving memory. On this page we pay tribute to members of our club who have passed on. We loved them dearly and miss them every day.
Thomas Hashimoto, 84, of Kīlauea peacefully passed away at his daughter’s home in Kīlauea on February 12, 2019. He was born in Hāʻena, Kauaʻi on July 13, 1934 and retired from National Tropical Botanical Gardens, Limahuli, Hāʻena as a Foreman/Landscape Maintenance and the late Juliet Rice Wichman Family Estate in Haʻena, Kauaʻi.
Preceded in death by his parents, Joseph Mahiula Sr. and Dora (Poe) Hashimoto; brothers, John (Jack) Hashimoto, George (Gabby) Hashimoto Sr. and Joseph Mahiula Hashimoto Jr.; sister, Violet Hashimoto Goto; sisters-in-law, Florence Kaala Hashimoto and Helen Hashimoto; son-in-law, Howard “Kachi” Tadashi Yokotake Jr.; and nephew, Thomas Kaina Hideo Hashimoto.
Thomas is survived by his wife, Annie Tai Hook Hashimoto, children, Thomasine Leilani Romas, Valerie Ann Leolani Yokotake, Haven Iwalani (Bert) Dawbarn, Taryn Nalani (Kelii Alapai) Hashimoto, Dancette Lani (Patrick) Green, Kimberly Wailani (Ronnie Gorospe) Tai Hook, Shann Anolani (Kelly Boro) Hashimoto, Junedale Ualani Hashimoto, and Jodi Keala Hashimoto-Omo; 15 grandchildren, 20 great-grandchildren; sisters-in-law, Wanda Hashimoto, Travis Leimomi Tubal; brothers-in-law, Wilbert “Afuk” (Mieko) Tai Hook and Henry (Rikki) Tai Hook Jr.; Hanai children, Chipper & Hauʻoli Wichman, David “Kawika” Goodale, Lee Gushiken, Emily Cadiz; and numerous nieces, nephews, cousins, and extended family and dear friends.
Thomas was a fisherman, farmer, caretaker, military officer and bartender. He shared his passion for his culture by making throw nets for our keiki, extended ʻohana, and people who befriended him. He often gave them away (manuahi), leaving a legacy to all who will be fed for life.
Thomas shared his vision through hard work with Hui Makaʻāinana o Makana, National Tropical Botanical Garden at Limahuli, Kauai Aha Moku Advisory Committee, recognized as one of Kauaʻi Museum’s Na Hulu Kupuna Makamae in 2016, as a member of Hāʻena Community Based Subsistence Fishing Area he shared his knowledge of the names of the reefs in the Hāʻena area. He was a founding member of ‘Ahahui Kīwila Hawaiʻi O Moʻikeha.
He was a devoted husband, father, grandfather and great grandfather. He is sorely missed, loved forever in the hearts of his family and all whose lives he touched in many different ways from Hāʻena and throughout the world.
Preceded in death by his parents, Joseph Mahiula Sr. and Dora (Poe) Hashimoto; brothers, John (Jack) Hashimoto, George (Gabby) Hashimoto Sr. and Joseph Mahiula Hashimoto Jr.; sister, Violet Hashimoto Goto; sisters-in-law, Florence Kaala Hashimoto and Helen Hashimoto; son-in-law, Howard “Kachi” Tadashi Yokotake Jr.; and nephew, Thomas Kaina Hideo Hashimoto.
Thomas is survived by his wife, Annie Tai Hook Hashimoto, children, Thomasine Leilani Romas, Valerie Ann Leolani Yokotake, Haven Iwalani (Bert) Dawbarn, Taryn Nalani (Kelii Alapai) Hashimoto, Dancette Lani (Patrick) Green, Kimberly Wailani (Ronnie Gorospe) Tai Hook, Shann Anolani (Kelly Boro) Hashimoto, Junedale Ualani Hashimoto, and Jodi Keala Hashimoto-Omo; 15 grandchildren, 20 great-grandchildren; sisters-in-law, Wanda Hashimoto, Travis Leimomi Tubal; brothers-in-law, Wilbert “Afuk” (Mieko) Tai Hook and Henry (Rikki) Tai Hook Jr.; Hanai children, Chipper & Hauʻoli Wichman, David “Kawika” Goodale, Lee Gushiken, Emily Cadiz; and numerous nieces, nephews, cousins, and extended family and dear friends.
Thomas was a fisherman, farmer, caretaker, military officer and bartender. He shared his passion for his culture by making throw nets for our keiki, extended ʻohana, and people who befriended him. He often gave them away (manuahi), leaving a legacy to all who will be fed for life.
Thomas shared his vision through hard work with Hui Makaʻāinana o Makana, National Tropical Botanical Garden at Limahuli, Kauai Aha Moku Advisory Committee, recognized as one of Kauaʻi Museum’s Na Hulu Kupuna Makamae in 2016, as a member of Hāʻena Community Based Subsistence Fishing Area he shared his knowledge of the names of the reefs in the Hāʻena area. He was a founding member of ‘Ahahui Kīwila Hawaiʻi O Moʻikeha.
He was a devoted husband, father, grandfather and great grandfather. He is sorely missed, loved forever in the hearts of his family and all whose lives he touched in many different ways from Hāʻena and throughout the world.
Pralet Judy (PJ) Kaʻeʻeonalanikalaniumi Ah Loo passed away on September 11, 2018 at the age of 57. She was born on January 4, 1961 on Oʻahu to Clarence Kamakele Baker (deceased) and Rogerlyn Ihiihinui Kanealiʻi-Wakinekona.
She is survived by her husband Alfred Ah Loo, sons Noah Mōiʻwai Victor (Kawailele) of Hawaiʻi island, Michael Nizo of Waimea, Kauaʻi, Makakoa Ah Loo of Anahola, Nash Kaʻimi Ah Loo of Anahola, daughters Dawn Kaʻeʻe (Matt) Kanealiʻi-Kleinfelder of Puna, Deana Liliha (David) Victor-Frederick of Hilo, Leah Kaleilehua Victor of Anahola, Kawai (Kai) Parraga of Anahola, and Kawehi Ah Loo of Anahola; uncles Al (Donna) Kanealiʻi of Oʻahu, Maha (Diane) Kanealiʻi of Hawaiʻi island, and Koko (Julie) Kanealiʻi of Kauaʻi, 17 grandchildren, 2 great grandchildren, numerous nieces, nephews and cousins.
She loved her ʻohana, her haumana and her community. She was an accomplished teacher most recently at Kanuikapono Charter School in Anahola, and Kawaikini. At Kapa'a High School she graduated the first 'Ōlelo Hawai'i class. She also taught at many other schools throughout Hawai'i.
She was involved with soccer for many years as a player and coach. She was also a board member of the Anahola Farmer's Association.
As a founding member of ‘Ahahui Kīwila Hawaiʻi O Moʻikeha she helped to shape the club from its organization and charter in 2013. She was an ʻāina warrior and helped many people learn how to truly live and practice aloha ʻāina. Her heart and the door to her home were always open. Those who passed through it were embraced by her unconditional love and acceptance. She will be forever in our hearts.
She is survived by her husband Alfred Ah Loo, sons Noah Mōiʻwai Victor (Kawailele) of Hawaiʻi island, Michael Nizo of Waimea, Kauaʻi, Makakoa Ah Loo of Anahola, Nash Kaʻimi Ah Loo of Anahola, daughters Dawn Kaʻeʻe (Matt) Kanealiʻi-Kleinfelder of Puna, Deana Liliha (David) Victor-Frederick of Hilo, Leah Kaleilehua Victor of Anahola, Kawai (Kai) Parraga of Anahola, and Kawehi Ah Loo of Anahola; uncles Al (Donna) Kanealiʻi of Oʻahu, Maha (Diane) Kanealiʻi of Hawaiʻi island, and Koko (Julie) Kanealiʻi of Kauaʻi, 17 grandchildren, 2 great grandchildren, numerous nieces, nephews and cousins.
She loved her ʻohana, her haumana and her community. She was an accomplished teacher most recently at Kanuikapono Charter School in Anahola, and Kawaikini. At Kapa'a High School she graduated the first 'Ōlelo Hawai'i class. She also taught at many other schools throughout Hawai'i.
She was involved with soccer for many years as a player and coach. She was also a board member of the Anahola Farmer's Association.
As a founding member of ‘Ahahui Kīwila Hawaiʻi O Moʻikeha she helped to shape the club from its organization and charter in 2013. She was an ʻāina warrior and helped many people learn how to truly live and practice aloha ʻāina. Her heart and the door to her home were always open. Those who passed through it were embraced by her unconditional love and acceptance. She will be forever in our hearts.
Annabelle Oulilani Pa Kam, was beckoned by Our Lord and Savior on October 12, 2015 at the age of 82.
She was born on July 4, 1933 on the island of Oʻahu. She was preceded in death by her parents, Joseph and Elizabeth Pa; husband, Thomas W. Kam; daughter, Joann Kam; brothers, Gaylord Kaonohi, Joseph Pa, David and Chauncey Pa.
Annabelle is survived by her sons, Wendell (Annie) Kam of Līhuʻe, Chauncey (Donna) Kam of Kaneohe, Thomas “Kevin” (Valencia) Kam of Kona, Abraham (Shannon) Kam of Kalihiwai, Christopher Kam of Kalihiwai, and Gaylord Kam of Pearl City, as well as 13 grandchildren and 8 great-grandchildren. She is also survived by her brothers Stanton Pa and Stanford Pa; sisters, Elizabeth Chai, Harriet Nakea, and numerous nieces and nephews, cousins and friends.
She was a member of the Kaʻahumanu Society of Oʻahu; partnered with Uncle Tom as a member of the Hawaiʻi Shriners in raising funds for the children and hospital on Oʻahu; she was a Sales Counselor for Hawaiian Memorial Life Cemetary and Borthwick Kauai Mortuary. She helped raise funds for the Mokihana Club of Kauaʻi; was part of the Hoʻolauna team of Waipā Farms for the Kamehameha summer school program, a member of ʻAhahui Kīwila Hawaiʻi O Moʻikeha, and at age 80 she joined Kumu Nathan Kalama as a hula haumana.
She was the beacon of Kalihiwai. Upon meeting her, her first utterance would always be, “Have you eaten?”, then she would proceed to feed you, whether you were hungry or not. What you dished onto your plate, you better eat, was her motto.
Her homes on Oʻahu and Kauaʻi were always open and warmly inviting. You may have expected to spend a few minutes visiting, but found hours later it was a lifetime memory. The neighbors could always find their children at the Kam homes.
She was our unofficial Kahuna Laʻau Lapaʻau, the neighborhood healer patching up wounds on animals, and occasional accidents by humans; instructing on the use of plants for healing and medicine.
We have been truly blessed, privileged, and honored to have had her in our lives.
Ke Akua pu, a hui hou.
She was born on July 4, 1933 on the island of Oʻahu. She was preceded in death by her parents, Joseph and Elizabeth Pa; husband, Thomas W. Kam; daughter, Joann Kam; brothers, Gaylord Kaonohi, Joseph Pa, David and Chauncey Pa.
Annabelle is survived by her sons, Wendell (Annie) Kam of Līhuʻe, Chauncey (Donna) Kam of Kaneohe, Thomas “Kevin” (Valencia) Kam of Kona, Abraham (Shannon) Kam of Kalihiwai, Christopher Kam of Kalihiwai, and Gaylord Kam of Pearl City, as well as 13 grandchildren and 8 great-grandchildren. She is also survived by her brothers Stanton Pa and Stanford Pa; sisters, Elizabeth Chai, Harriet Nakea, and numerous nieces and nephews, cousins and friends.
She was a member of the Kaʻahumanu Society of Oʻahu; partnered with Uncle Tom as a member of the Hawaiʻi Shriners in raising funds for the children and hospital on Oʻahu; she was a Sales Counselor for Hawaiian Memorial Life Cemetary and Borthwick Kauai Mortuary. She helped raise funds for the Mokihana Club of Kauaʻi; was part of the Hoʻolauna team of Waipā Farms for the Kamehameha summer school program, a member of ʻAhahui Kīwila Hawaiʻi O Moʻikeha, and at age 80 she joined Kumu Nathan Kalama as a hula haumana.
She was the beacon of Kalihiwai. Upon meeting her, her first utterance would always be, “Have you eaten?”, then she would proceed to feed you, whether you were hungry or not. What you dished onto your plate, you better eat, was her motto.
Her homes on Oʻahu and Kauaʻi were always open and warmly inviting. You may have expected to spend a few minutes visiting, but found hours later it was a lifetime memory. The neighbors could always find their children at the Kam homes.
She was our unofficial Kahuna Laʻau Lapaʻau, the neighborhood healer patching up wounds on animals, and occasional accidents by humans; instructing on the use of plants for healing and medicine.
We have been truly blessed, privileged, and honored to have had her in our lives.
Ke Akua pu, a hui hou.