Jerrie J. Louis Sr.
A tribute from his children
We wish to extend a special mahalo to friends and ohana for all of their prayers and comfort you offered up to us and our father. We loved him very much and wanted to share some memories we have with you.
He and our mother, Marilyn, provided us with a strong upbringing full of memories and all of us benefited in life because of our experiences. Thanks to our mother, she helped inspire Jerrie to begin his ranching and settle his family in Hanapepe Valley beginning in 1957. As he and mom were raising us and he was working at McBryde, he also was heavily involved with horseback and rodeo. He claimed the title of All Around Cowboy in the 70’s.
From there, he secured multiple pasture leases that grew to over 80 head of cattle at the peak. Then, in 2007, he was inducted into the Paniolo Hall of Fame. All during that time, many friends supported his ranching. He gained much respect and friendship with the likes of Eddie, Patrick, Francis, Wilfred, and Jimmy just to name a few of the too many to mention. As kids, we remember working the ranch on weekends. Planting grass, fixing fence or rounding up cattle. There was always something to do before we could go out and play.
His widely familiar Ranch 44 brand came about with his great-grandfather in Portugal. It was then passed down to his grandfather and dad, Then, finally to Jerrie. The actual brand now hangs above Jerrlyn’s fireplace in Texas.
We will miss him dearly. Thank you, Dad, for helping shape us into who we are today.
With love and fond memories,
Monica, Jerrlyn, Jerrie Jr., and our beloved sister Linda.
Collette Puamelia Tovi
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Collette Puamelia Tovi, our beloved Mom and Grandma.
Collette Puamelia Tovi, of Hanamaulu, returned to our Heavenly Father on Dec. 2, 2024, at the age of 88. She was born on April 29, 1936, in Honolulu. She was a loving homemaker.
She is joined in heaven by her husband Tevita Mafi Tovi, son Keith Asuncion, parents Carl and Carrie Lanning, sisters Cherie Mendes, Lorraine Lanning, Carrie Carvalho, Abigail Swain, Beatrice Swain, brothers Carl Lanning Jr., Earl Lanning, Theodore Lanning, Errol Lanning and Titus Swain.
She is survived by her children Wayne (Theresa) Asuncion, Crystel (Randy) Chong Tim Sr., Clayton Asuncion, grandchildren Keoni (Chanda) Kiilau, Cindy (Ashley) Romero, Tasha (Francis Galves Jr.) Asuncion, Calvin (Desiree) Kiilau, Clifford (Deedee) Kiilau, Clifton (Haley) Asuncion, Carrie (Chucky Balucan) Asuncion, Karla Asuncion, 28 great-grandchildren, sisters Valorry Lanning, Leslie Lanning and numerous nieces and nephews.
To all that loved and knew her, please join the family on Saturday, Dec. 14, 2024, at the LDS (Mormon) Church in Lihue. Visitation is from 9 to 10 a.m., followed by services at 10 a.m.
Milton K. Chung
Milton K. Chung, of Koloa, passed away on Oct. 4, 2024, at the age of 82. He was born in Honolulu on April 21, 1942. He was a retired Fire Captain for Hanapepe Fire Department.
Preceded in death by father Martin Chung and mother Mariah Ah Yat Artis.
He is survived by sisters Charlene Chung, Raynette Lee, daughters Rovina “Kawailani” (Bruce) Newport-Kiluauano, Sissy Kahale, Andrea Ota, Yvette (Keoki Manintin) Chung, son Mervin Chung, ten grandchildren and five great-great-grandchildren.
A celebration of life will be held on Saturday, Dec. 21, 2024, at Poipu Beach Park, Main Pavilion starting at 10 a.m. Scattering of ashes on a later date-privately.
Ballard Family Mortuary in Moanalua, Oahu assisted the family with arrangements.
