Richard (Ricky) Kaeo Jr.
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Richard (Ricky) Kaeo Jr., who passed away at Wilcox Medical Center on Nov. 29, 2024, at the age of 74.
Ricky was born in Lihue, Kauai, on Jan. 1, 1950. Ricky was a retired grounds maintenance worker at Kauai Lagoons Golf Course where he spent many years dedicated to his work. He was known for his kindness, hard work and love for the outdoors.
He was preceded in death by his parents Richard T. Kaeo Sr. and Helen Kamehiro Anderson, and half siblings Lorraine Hoeae and Harry Okahashi.
Ricky is survived by his sisters Linda (Joey) Silva, Cynthia McKnight, Debra Robertson, half siblings Arnold (Nito) Anderson, Brian Anderson, Terry Ihu, as well as numerous nieces, nephews, grandnieces and grandnephews.
A private prayer service will be held at Immaculate Conception Church on Jan. 4, 2025, at 10 a.m., with a Celebration of Life to follow at Niumalu Outrigger Canoe Club at Kalapaki.
Ricky will be deeply missed by his family and friends. His memory will live on in the hearts of those who loved him.
Kauai Memorial Gardens & Funeral Home assisted the family with arrangements.
Harry Akio Kakutani
Harry Akio Kakutani passed away on Nov. 25, 2024. Born on Aug. 15, 1944, Harry was raised in Lawai on Kauai. He was in the U.S. Army for three years, a journeyman in the Hawaii Carpenters’ Union for 10 years, and a carpentry instructor at Kauai Community College and for the Carpenters’ Union for 26 years.
He was preceded in death by his wife Shirley Lea Kakutani, brother Yasuo, and sister Marsha.
He is survived by his sister Sachi (George) Mori, two sons Neil (Lauren) and Andy (Terri), three grandchildren, and two great-grandchildren.
A memorial service is scheduled for 9 a.m. at the Kauai Community College Theater on Monday, Jan. 20, 2025.
Kauai Memorial Gardens & Funeral Home assisted the family with arrangements.
