FRANKLIN GORO SUENAGA, 80 years old, fifth son of Shoichi and Koharu "Alice" Suenaga passed away on November 16, 2019 after a tough battle with cancer. He was an amazing husband to Carol Jean Suenaga; whom he was married to for 59 years. Franklin's professional career included 33 1/2 years at Hawaiian Electric Company as a Draftsman and was promoted to Plant Accountant. After retirement, he worked part-time as a Kaneohe City Mill Home Improvement Representative and finally as a contractor for Aloha Airlines; where he and Carol enjoyed the industry's travel benefits. They traveled to the US mainland, Japan, China, Egypt, and Canada. Their most memorable trip was on one cross-country driving trip from Washington D.C. to Los Angeles. Another memorable trip was Alberta, Canada where they got to witnessed falling snow and the changing of the seasons. Loving father to Tammy Lynne Barayuga (Alvin), Gregory Paul Yukio Suenaga (Linda), and Kimberly Anne Suenaga. Fantastic grandfather to Luke, Kyle, Jace, Zoe and Zak. He enjoyed taking them fishing, visits to the zoo and various museums, mountain hiking, going to the movies, going on trips and teaching them how to swim. Franklin participated in community activities such as Scout Leader-Pack 256 (co-founded the "HONCHOS" Drill Team with Ed Chang in which they participated in city parades). Franklin was also an instructor for the Red Cross' Learn to Swim Campaign for the young adults swimming program. An avid runner up until his illness, he was one of the Founders/ Officers of the HECO Fun Runners. Franklin competed 22 Honolulu Marathons, multiple half-marathons, Tinman competitions, 10K races, and Rough Water Swims. For fun, he enjoyed holiday camping with the family at local windward beach parks such as Kualoa and Bellows; and also the Kaneohe Sand Bar, where they enjoyed water skiing and fishing. Franklin is survived by his wife Carol and children, sisters and a brother: Doris "Dolly" F. Tomita (Walter), Kenneth T. Suenaga, and Audrey A. Kagawa (Roy) and Sister-In-Law Kay Mattos, along with numerous nieces and nephews. Preceded in death by Reynold T. Suenaga, Alexander T. Suenaga, DDS., James M. Suenaga. The family will always remember Franklin as an even tempered, humble, and a loving man. He enjoyed being with friends, never spoke ill of anyone, and always encouraged others ahead of himself by talking with them. Donations in Franklin's name can be contributed to the American Cancer Society and the American Heart Association. Ashes to be scattered at a later date. Arrangements Provided By: Hawaiian Memorial Park Mortuary
FRANKLIN GORO SUENAGA, 80 years old, fifth son of Shoichi and Koharu "Alice" Suenaga passed away on November 16, 2019 after a tough battle with cancer. He was an amazing husband to Carol Jean Suenaga; whom he was married to for 59 years. Franklin's professional career included 33 1/2 years at Hawaiian Electric Company as a Draftsman and was promoted to Plant Accountant. After retirement, he worked part-time as a Kaneohe City Mill Home Improvement Representative and finally as a contractor for Aloha Airlines; where he and Carol enjoyed the industry's travel benefits. They traveled to the US mainland, Japan, China, Egypt, and Canada. Their most memorable trip was on one cross-country driving trip from Washington D.C. to Los Angeles. Another memorable trip was Alberta, Canada where they got to witnessed falling snow and the changing of the seasons. Loving father to Tammy Lynne Barayuga (Alvin), Gregory Paul Yukio Suenaga (Linda), and Kimberly Anne Suenaga. Fantastic grandfather to Luke, Kyle, Jace, Zoe and Zak. He enjoyed taking them fishing, visits to the zoo and various museums, mountain hiking, going to the movies, going on trips and teaching them how to swim. Franklin participated in community activities such as Scout Leader-Pack 256 (co-founded the "HONCHOS" Drill Team with Ed Chang in which they participated in city parades). Franklin was also an instructor for the Red Cross' Learn to Swim Campaign for the young adults swimming program. An avid runner up until his illness, he was one of the Founders/ Officers of the HECO Fun Runners. Franklin competed 22 Honolulu Marathons, multiple half-marathons, Tinman competitions, 10K races, and Rough Water Swims. For fun, he enjoyed holiday camping with the family at local windward beach parks such as Kualoa and Bellows; and also the Kaneohe Sand Bar, where they enjoyed water skiing and fishing. Franklin is survived by his wife Carol and children, sisters and a brother: Doris "Dolly" F. Tomita (Walter), Kenneth T. Suenaga, and Audrey A. Kagawa (Roy) and Sister-In-Law Kay Mattos, along with numerous nieces and nephews. Preceded in death by Reynold T. Suenaga, Alexander T. Suenaga, DDS., James M. Suenaga. The family will always remember Franklin as an even tempered, humble, and a loving man. He enjoyed being with friends, never spoke ill of anyone, and always encouraged others ahead of himself by talking with them. Donations in Franklin's name can be contributed to the American Cancer Society and the American Heart Association. Ashes to be scattered at a later date. Arrangements Provided By: Hawaiian Memorial Park Mortuary
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