Linda Kelekoma
Linda Kelekoma, of Anahola, passed away peacefully at home on Jan. 3, 2025, at the age of 77. She was born in Cincinnati, Ohio, on Jan. 19, 1947, and retired from the Hawaii State Department of Education.
Linda was preceded in passing by her beloved husband and soul mate Ainsley Kelekoma, parents John and Alice (nee Remle) Luther, brother-in-law David E. Wilson, sister-in-law and brother-in-law Luella “Tida” and Gilbert Moniz Sr., Darlene and Al Oshiro, brothers-in-law Franklin “Sonny” Kelekoma, Alexander “Alika” Kelekoma and sister-in-law Leonora Kelekoma.
She is survived by sons Kalen (Sorrel Weiss) Kelekoma, John (Jillian) Kelekoma, grandchildren Keanna Woodward, Olivia Kelekoma, Keola, Mana, and Jasmine Kelekoma, sister Ardeth Wilson, brothers-in-law Clay Kelekoma Sr., David (Chris) Kelekoma, sisters-in-law Tomie Kelekoma, Molly Kuhaulua, as well as many nieces and nephews.
Known for her radiant spirit, generosity, and love of all things sparkly, Linda brought joy and kindness to everyone she met. Linda’s life was a celebration of love, faith, and selflessness. Her memory will shine brightly in the hearts of all who knew her, and we find comfort knowing she and Ainsley are dancing together again in Heaven.
Services will be held on Feb. 1, 2025, at Kapaa Missionary Church. Visitation begins at 9:30 a.m., followed by the service.
Duke Anthony Silva
Duke Anthony Silva passed away on Jan. 23, 2025, at the age of 70 in Lihue, Hawaii. He was born in Honolulu on Sept. 6, 1954, and worked as maintenance man at Kauai Sands.
He was preceded in passing by his father Wallace Silva Sr. and sister Heli Silva-Ducaroy.
Duke is survived by his children Taryn Rosare, Leiana Silva, Brandy Silva, stepmom Hattie Silva, brother Wallace Silva Jr., eight grandchildren and two great-grandchildren.
A Celebration of Life will be announced in the future.
Kauai Memorial Gardens & Funeral Home assisted the family with arrangements.