60, Beloved Son, Brother, Husband, Father, and Papa, unexpectedly passed away July 27, 2022, at his home. John was born in Honolulu, lived in Waimanalo all his life and graduated from Kailua High School. After graduating, he went to work for HPA (Hawaii Protective Association) where he was placed at the Hawaiian Regent Hotel. He would later become employed by the hotel as their doorman. Here at the hotel is where he met his future wife. Together for ten years before marrying in 1992, together they raised three daughters. John also worked for Duty Free Shoppers and Nimitz KMart in Loss Prevention.After 9-11, he got a job with the State of Hawaii, DAGS and transferred to DOT/Airport. In 2012, John landed his dream job with the Honolulu Highways Crew.
John was very talented, a jack of all trades. He liked working with his hands, fixing, tinkering and constructing. Great at macgyvering. He loved to listen to music, play his ukulele with family and friends. He enjoyed playing pool at our own street - Korner Pocket. He was a great cook, certain dishes will be missed. His grandchildren will surely miss his special banana pancakes.
He is survived by his wife, Rona; Daughters: Ki`ilani, Kalina, Chelsey; Grandchildren: Autumn, Landyn-John, Quinn; Mother, RubyAnn; Brothers: Kila, Imua, Kikiona; Sisters, Kimberly, Leona and many nieces, nephews, family and friends.
Services will be held Sunday, August 28, 2022,
Hawaiian Memorial Park Cemetery & Funeral Services, Kaneohe.
Visitation: 9:30 a.m.; Service: 11:00 a.m.
Celebration of Life to follow.
