Editor’s note: Obituaries are published free of charge as a public service. Content is subject to editing for parity treatment and style continuity. Date of publication cannot be guaranteed. Any questions regarding obituaries should be directed to the mortuary or to obituaries@westhawaiitoday.com. Memorial advertisements with photos may be purchased through the newspaper advertising department.
Doris Yasuko Kuwahara
Doris Yasuko Kuwahara, 99, of Hilo, formerly of Pahoa, died March 7 at Hale Anuenue Restorative Care Center in Hilo. Born in Kapapala, Ka‘u, she was the retired co-owner of the Hawaiian Greenhouse company and a member of Puna Hongwanji Buddhist Temple. Private services held. No flowers or koden (monetary gifts). Survived by children, Alan (Lynne) Kuwahara, Gail (Gordon) Takaki and Lance (Sandra) Kuwahara of Hilo, Carol (Kelsey) Deguchi of Waipio, Oahu, and Colin Kuwahara of Pahoa; brother, Bob Nishimura of Sedona, Ariz.; sister, Ellen Mizota of Kaneohe, Oahu; sisters-in-law, Florence Nishimura and Kikuko “Kay” Kuwahara of Hilo; grandchildren and great-grandchildren; nephews, nieces and cousins. Arrangements by Dodo Mortuary.
Kenichi “Roy” Hatayama
Kenichi “Roy” Hatayama, 93, of Hilo died May 3 at a private care home in Hilo. Born in Olaa, he was retired from Meadow Gold Dairies Hawaii, worked for the former Holsum Bakery, a U.S. Army veteran, active with the Boy Scouts of America and member of Hilo Higashi Hongwanji Mission. Visitation 9-10 a.m. Friday (May 31) at Hilo Higashi Hongwanji Mission, 216 Mohouli St. Memorial service at 10 a.m. Graveside urn committal service to follow at Hawaii Veterans Cemetery No.2. Casual attire. Survived by sons, Carl (Tina) Hatayama of Portland, Ore., Brian (Marilyn DelaCruz) Hatayama and Kent Hatayama of Hilo, Mark (Scarlett) Hatayama of Keaau; daughter, Gayla (John) Kurokawa of Hilo; sisters, Patsy Umeno of Anaheim, Calif., and Janice (James) Manalili of Kona; seven grandchildren and six great-grandchildren; nieces and nephews. Arrangements by Dodo Mortuary.
Lynn Elizabeth Capell
Lynn Elizabeth Capell, 72, of Puako died March 30 in Waimea. She was an award-winning artist, mother, sister and friend. Celebration of life 11 a.m.-sunset Friday, May 31, at Hapuna Beach State Park. Commemoration at 3 p.m., followed by potluck. Survived by daughter, Natalia Capell. Arrangements by Dodo Mortuary.
Agnes Leilani Chow
Agnes Leilani Chow, 86, of Kaueleau, Puna, died May 3 at Hilo Benioff Medical Center. Born in Kaueleau, she was a retired Hawaiian studies teacher for Pahoa Elementary School, genealogist and member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints Keaukaha Ward and member of Alu Like Ke Ola Pono No Na Kupuna Program in Keaukaha. Visitation 8:30-10:30 a.m. Friday, May 31, at The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints Hilo Stake Center, 1373 Kilauea Ave. Funeral service at 11 a.m. Modest attire. Smoking, vaping, alcohol or caffeinated drinks on church grounds are prohibited. Cremation to follow. Survived by daughters, Lahapa (Jason) Kalawe and Stephanie Mapuana Chow of Hilo; nine grandchildren, 10 great-grandchildren and a great-great-grandchild; nieces, nephews and cousins. Arrangements by Dodo Mortuary.
James “Jim”
Edward Uding
James “Jim” Edward Uding, 80, of Kealakekua, died on April 22 at home. He was born in Downers Grove, Ill. Survived by wife, Christine Uding; children, Samantha Uding, Greg Uding, Nani Paikuli-Campbell and Pualilia Paikuli; and 6 grandchildren. Services will be held at a later date. Arrangements by Dodo Mortuary, Inc. Kona Branch.
Magdalena
“Maggie” Quirido
Magdalena “Maggie” Quirido, 97, of Hilo died April 13 at Hilo Benioff Medical Center. Born in Makaweli, Kauai, she was retired. Visitation 9-10 a.m. Thursday, May 30, at Dodo Mortuary Chapel. Memorial service at 10 a.m. Casual attire; no flowers. Survived by daughter, Lorraine Duarte of Hilo; son-in-law, Bryan Holicek of Wisconsin; brother, Marcelino (Natividad) DeFabian of Kauai; sisters, Leonora Carveiro and Patsy Reyes of Kauai; grandchildren, great-grandchildren and great-great-grandchildren; nieces and nephews. Arrangements by Dodo Mortuary.
