Geraldine “Pua” Napua Pohina, 65, of Hilo, HI, passed away on Tuesday, December 25, 2018 at Pohai Malama. She was born in Honolulu, HI. She was a farm hand for Hukumele Plantation and a member of the Hilo Church of God. A visitation will take place on Saturday, January 5, 2019 at the Hilo Church...

Hank Honorio Badajos, Jr., 83, of Keaau, HI, passed away on Tuesday, December 25, 2018 at his residence. He was born in Honolulu, HI. He was a retired maintenance worker at the Kaneohe State Hospital, merchant marine for the Dole Co., and a veteran of the U.S. Air Force. Private services. He is...

Joyce Mary Fennell, 77, of Hilo, HI, passed away on Wednesday, December 19, 2018 at the Hilo Medical Center. She was born in Honolulu, HI. She was a homemaker. No services. She is survived by spouse, Martin Fennell, Jr. of Hilo, HI; son, Martin Fennell III of Hilo, HI; daughter, Yvonne Shisler of...

Ronald Elridge Bell, 70, of Hilo, HI, passed away on Wednesday, December 19, 2018 at Pohai Malama. He was born in Normal, IL. He was retired social worker and a running back for the Pittsburgh Steelers and Illinois State in the 70’s. He was the former football coach for Kau High School. Services...

John Kapalenaokalani Karratti, 80, of Hilo, died December 18, 2018 at home. Born in Honolulu, O’ahu, he was a Construction Foreman and Contractor, and was a member of Halepule Ke Ola Hou and New Hope Christian Fellowship, and Waiākea Seniors Kupuna Softball. A memorial service will be held...

Henry R. Menino, 85, of Hilo, HI died died December 5, 2018 Life Care Center of Hilo. Born in 1933, in Hilo, he was a sales representative for American Factors and later in life he owned M’s Electronics in Hilo where he serviced and repaired televisions and other electronic equipment. Private...

Jeanette K. (Hanohano) Silva, 74, of Hilo, HI, passed away on Saturday, December 1, 2018 at Hilo Medical Center. She was a homemaker. Private services were held. She is survived by two daughters, Lehua K. Barajas of Hilo, HI and MayDean Kau’i Martins of Hilo, HI; two sons, Arthur (Jaime Crivello)...

Malcom “Mel” Kawaakoa Kam Sung Chung, Sr., of Hilo, HI, passed away on Saturday, December 1, 2018 at the Hilo Medical Center. He was born in Honolulu, HI. He was a truck driver for Hawaiian Linen and Edwin DeLuz Trucking. A Celebration of Life will take place on Saturday, February 16, 2019 at...

Denton “Dentz” Edmund Lee Freitas, 45, of Pahoa, HI, passed away on Saturday, Nov. 24, 2018 at the Hilo Medical Center. He was born in Honolulu, HI. Private services. He is survived by son, Devin (Leahi Balai) Freita-Gonsalves of Hilo, HI; daughter, Jaylea Freitas-Pavao of Hilo, HI; father, Derek...

Floyd “Chappy” Edgar Chapman, Jr., 79, of Keaau, HI, passed away on Wednesday, Nov. 21, 2018 at the Hilo Medical Center. He was born in Portsmouth, Ohio. He was a truck driver for Mihara Transfer, small engine mechanic for Garden Exchange, and the DJ “Night Owl” for KPUA. He was a sergeant in the...

Rosemary Coughlin passed away peacefully in Hawaii on November 20, 2018, at the age of 87. Rose was predeceased by her beloved husband Robert William Coughlin 1st, son Richard Anthony Coughlin, and grandsons Brent Daniel Coughlin and Robert William Coughlin III. Survived by her seven children....

George Gomes Sr., 78, of Hilo, formerly of Honokaa, was born in Honkaa and died November 17, 2018 at Hale Anuenue Restorative Care Center. He was a retired plantation worker for Paauilo Experiment Station, worked for UAL catering at Mauna Kea Beach Hotel, and was a lifetime cowboy. A memorial...