Helen Morihisa
Helen Morihisa, of Kilauea, passed away on April 11, 2023, in Lihu‘e, at the age of 66. She was born on April 30, 1956, in Hanalei. She was a housekeeper and janitor.
She was preceded in death by parents Hisashi and Fumie Morihisa.
She is survived by sister Sherlene Morihisa (Larry Sharpley) of Cleveland Heights, Ohio, numerous uncles, aunts, nieces, nephews and cousins.
A service is Saturday, May 6, 2023, at the Garden Island Mortuary in Lawa‘i. Visitation is from 10 to 11 a.m. followed by a celebration of life.
The family suggests casual attire and requests that flowers be omitted. The family requests no koden (monetary gifts).
Garden Island Mortuary is assisting the family with arrangements.
Anselmo Galanga Barba
Anselmo Galanga Barba (Papa Joe), of Kekaha and Chino, California, passed away on April 13, 2023, at the residence of his son-in-law and daughter in Chino, California, and now rests in peace with his beloved wife Esmenia Yadao Barba. Born on April 14, 1924, in Banayoyo, Ilocos Sur, Philippines. Anselmo was called to rest at 98 years old, one day prior to his 99th birthday.
He is survived by daughter Selma (Calvin) Myles of Chino, California, sons Paul (Sharlene) Barba of Kekaha, Standford (April) Barba of Alhambra, California, four grandchildren and three great-grandchildren.
Friends may visit with the family on Saturday, April 29, 2023, from 8:30 to 10:30 a.m. at St. Theresa Church in Kekaha. Mass will begin at 11 a.m. with burial to follow at the Kekaha Public Cemetery.
Garden Island Mortuary is assisting the family with arrangements.
