67, beloved wife, mother, and friend, returned to God in her Manoa home on July 15, 2018, in the arms of her daughter and husband. Valerie served as a board member of Y. Hata & Co., and was also executive assistant to her father, Frank. After 15 years in remission, her cancer returned in 2015 but proved too much for her despite a valiant fight. She was blessed with many friends who lovingly took care of her and her family throughout her final years. A free spirit who lived life to the fullest, she enjoyed traveling, good food, painting, ikebana, and laughing with "Val's Pals". She is survived by her husband Greg; her daughter Marissa; stepchildren Michael, Lisa, and Paul, and 7 step grand- children. Also survived by her brother Russell (Val); nephew Jeffrey, and niece Risa. Celebration of life to be held at Waialae Country Club on August 11 at 5 pm. Aloha attire, no flowers or gifts. Val was adamant that "...no one's allowed to be sad. Party and celebrate my life!" Arrangements Provided By: Hosoi Garden Mortuary
67, beloved wife, mother, and friend, returned to God in her Manoa home on July 15, 2018, in the arms of her daughter and husband. Valerie served as a board member of Y. Hata & Co., and was also executive assistant to her father, Frank. After 15 years in remission, her cancer returned in 2015 but proved too much for her despite a valiant fight. She was blessed with many friends who lovingly took care of her and her family throughout her final years. A free spirit who lived life to the fullest, she enjoyed traveling, good food, painting, ikebana, and laughing with "Val's Pals". She is survived by her husband Greg; her daughter Marissa; stepchildren Michael, Lisa, and Paul, and 7 step grand- children. Also survived by her brother Russell (Val); nephew Jeffrey, and niece Risa. Celebration of life to be held at Waialae Country Club on August 11 at 5 pm. Aloha attire, no flowers or gifts. Val was adamant that "...no one's allowed to be sad. Party and celebrate my life!" Arrangements Provided By: Hosoi Garden Mortuary
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