Dorothy Yoshino Higuchi
Dorothy Yoshino Higuchi, 105, of Lihue, passed away on Oct. 21, 2024, peacefully at home. She was born in Koloa on Aug. 17, 1919. She attended Koloa Elementary school and graduated from Kauai high School in 1937. Most of her career was working for Sears Roebuck where she retired after 28 years. During her retirement, Dorothy was active volunteering for Wilcox Hospital, Kauai Civic Center and Hawaii Blood Bank over the span of 30 years.
She was preceded in death by her husband Shoso Higuchi, four brothers and five sisters.
Dorothy is survived by her son Rodney Higuchi, daughter Sandy (Mike) Takaezu, grandchildren Tina (Brian) Ejima and Ty (Alicia) Takaezu and service dog Pandi.
The family expresses gratitude for their services of: Dr. Lao, Wilcox Hospital, Garden Isle Rehab, Kauai Care Center, Stay at Home, Kauai Hospice Staff and her two home caregivers, Rhonda and Mary.
A Celebration of Life will be held on Dec. 7, 2024, at Lihue Christian Church. Visitation will begin at 10 a.m. with service to follow at 10:30 a.m.
Kauai Memorial Gardens & Funeral Home assisted the family with arrangements.
Edward K. Keoho Sr.
It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Ed Keoho Sr., a beloved community leader, at the age of 81 on Aug. 23, 2024. He was born in Jan. 1943. Ed proudly served as Sergeant First Class (E7) in the U.S. Army for over 21 years, followed by more than two decades with the Kauai Police Department.
His commitment to service extended to his work with the Veterans Administration Board, where he served as State Commander, passionately advocating for fellow veterans.
A devoted family man, Ed was preceded in death by his mother Elizabeth Keoho Haluapo, his first wife Carolyn Ann Keoho, and his second wife Marilyn Jean Keoho.
He is survived by Janis Diamond, his children Leilani (Elton) Kaui, Leimomi (Leroy) Garcia, Edward (Rochelle) Keoho Jr., and Malia (Canen) Hookano, 13 grandchildren, 14 great-grandchildren, his brothers Clifford (Danette) Lee, Francis (Debbie) Lam, and David (Bruna) Lam, and many nieces and nephews.
A memorial service will be held on Saturday, Dec. 28, 2024, at the Kauai Veterans Center in Lihue. Visitation will begin at 10 a.m., followed by services. The spreading of ashes will take place privately at a later date and time. The family suggests aloha attire and requests that flowers be omitted.
Ed’s legacy of honor, courage, and love will be cherished by all who knew him.
Kenneth K. Casil Jr.
Kenneth Kealoha Casil Jr., 52, of Ewa Beach, Hawaii, passed away on Oct. 16, 2024, at The Queen’s Medical Center, West Oahu. He was born on Feb. 1, 1972, in Kealakekua, Hawaii.
He was an entertainer and worked for American Fence Co. and Allied Fence Co., which led him to eventually start his own business, Pa‘ahana Fencing.
He is predeceased by wife Rogelyn Rita Casil, father Kenneth K. Casil, grandparents Daniel and Lucy Kailiwai, Leonardo and Rebecca Casil, Frank and Agnes Medeiros, and in-laws Roger and Geneviva Ramos.
He is survived by daughter Kenna-Seanne K. Casil, sons Kenson K. Casil, Kenneth K. Casil III, mother MaryLou (Frank R.) Medeiros, brothers Todd (Robin) Medeiros, Scott Medeiros, Patrick Medeiros, sisters Kristy (Shane) Kahananui, Tasha Casil Yandall, Apelila Casil Yandall, Tehani Casil Kahakua, Te Mana Casil Duh, numerous uncles, aunts, nieces, nephews, cousins, friends, and extended Ohana.
A celebration of his life will be held at a later date.
Patrick Allan Layosa
Patrick Allan Layosa, of Kapaa, passed away on Nov. 8, 2024, at the age of 83. He was born on March 16, 1941, in Lihue. He was a retired police officer and served in the Air National Guard.
Preceded in death by parents Jesus “Gene” and Katherine Layosa.
He is survived by wife June Layosa, son Noah (Jennifer) Layosa, daughter Darci Layosa, brothers Gene “Chico” (Janet) Layosa, Michael (Patricia) Layosa, grandchildren Lily Layosa, Avery Layosa and Max Layosa.
A celebration of life will be held on Saturday, Dec. 7, 2024, at Immaculate Conception Catholic Church in Kapaia. Visitation begins at 8:30 a.m., followed by Mass to be celebrated at 10 a.m.
Mahalo to the caring staff at Kauai Hospice.
Borthwick Kauai Mortuary is assisting the family with arrangements.
Gary John Simao
Gary John Simao, of Honolulu, passed away on Oct. 13, 2024, at The Queen’s Medical Center at the age of 74. He was born on Sept. 30, 1950, in Lihue. He was a computer web designer.
He was predeceased by his parents John and Eva Simao.
Gary is survived by his brother Randall (Edwina) Simao of Hanapepe, sisters Judith (Christopher) Earl of Scottsdale, Jayne (Douglas) Domen of Lihue, nephews Cullen (Kaui), Nathaniel, niece Brooke, grandnephews Hakoa, A‘ali‘i, numerous family members and friends.
The family has requested private services to be held at a later date.
Borthwick Mortuary Honolulu assisted the family with arrangements.
