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Kyle Brennan (Judy's Grandson) posted a condolence
Thursday, March 19, 2009
I really miss you Grandpa Joe. Even though I never thought we were close when you were still here, I think back and realize we did alot of things together and had alot of fun. I always thought it was funny whenever i'd get ready to leave and you would always slip money in my hand and say "there you go, go buy whatever you want, tobacco booze i don't care. Just spend it on yourself" But what you didn't know is that i would always put it back in Grandma's purse. I really do miss, and love you alot Grandpa. R.I.P
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Laura Farley posted a condolence
Tuesday, December 2, 2008
Judy:
I am so sorry for your loss. I will miss seeing Joe's smile at the Red Wind. You guys were so good for each other. Take care and I will see you soon.
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Barb and Steve posted a condolence
Saturday, October 25, 2008
Judy - I am so glad we got know Joe and spend some time with both of you. He was a wonderful man, and we will miss him.
Our condolences to you and the Kaleiwahea family.
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Judy Kaleiwahea posted a condolence
Friday, October 24, 2008
To the Kaleiwahea Family,
It's been four weeks today and I would like to express a heartfelt thank-you to all the Kaleiwahea family for the warm welcome I recieved when I entered your lives. It has been and is an honor to be a part of Joe's family. I love each and every one of you.
I also wish to thank you for all your help during Joe's last days with us.
With much aloha,
-Judy
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Laurie A Kaleiwahea Tenorio posted a condolence
Tuesday, October 14, 2008
I'll remember you...As the warm summer breeze...You have given me so many memories to carry and to hold for generations to come. It was not sooner than later I became to know you. As my grandmothers brother I saw so much of her in you that the beauty and aloha runs far deeper in this ohana like no other. I will cherish the laughter, jokes and dances we all shared in mossyrock once a time ago with then aunty Hazel. She too was a lovely lady that I miss still...Who knew you would run into a dear friend of mine (Jeannie) right on Ft. Lewis and she knowing my family with that Kaleiwahea lineage and strong Hawaiian Ohana features that gave it all away. Thank god she had the courage to speak with you or eles I would have had to drive all the way just to meet you again. What a great way to meet again after so many years. I meant everything I said in the hospital. I will campaign to share the stories and unite the Ohana from the islands & the mainland. Too much time has gone by with so many pukaholes that I will share memories from ohana to ohana. My jealousy of you leaving gives me some comfort in knowing you are with my mother and your ohana as they welcomed you into god's home. Thank you for giving me Loni & Wendy the time to share our memories and our own spirit to know eachother and to care for eachother during that sad time in the hospital. The Ohana is waiting in the islands to bid you farewell, but "if only they knew" we would meet again.
Aloha 'Oe, One fond embrace, untill we meet again!
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Gail & Steve Johnson posted a condolence
Wednesday, October 8, 2008
We were sad to hear about your loving partner/husband's passing.
Please accept our condolence. I know you will have many happy times to remember to help you through this difficult time.
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Loni Kaleiwahea posted a condolence
Wednesday, October 8, 2008
Always know that we as family and friends are loved and blessed to touch each others lives. I was blessed during this sad time to laugh with my sister(Wendy) and cousin (Lori) at my father's bedside, and even at the end got into trouble for making to much noise as children often do. If only they knew how much that time meant to me. I was able to share these, "If only you knew" with my father at the hospital. I know that he is with God and we will meet again. I now wish to share them with you. Please feel free to add your own, If only..............I wish all of you to know, Mai poina (Don't forget) Nau ko`u aloha (My love is yours)
If Only I Knew
If only I knew I would never hear your voice again, I would cherish your every word…every inflection of your voice…with all my heart.
If only I knew this was our last hug,
I would hold you tight and hope to never let you go.
If only I knew this was the last time…the very last time…
I would see you… I would take the time to treasure everything about you.
If only I knew I had the chance to pray with you one more time,
I would take your hands and welcome God’s presence to surround us.
If only I knew how often and how badly I had misjudged you,
I would have opened my heart more often to love and be loved.
If only I knew that no one ever sees the same thing in exactly the same light,
I would have found more pleasure in us’, even when you did not share mine.
If only I knew…that I was powerless to change you, I would have stopped trying and been free to love you for who you were, flaws and all.
If only I knew… tomorrow was not coming, I would ask you to please forgive me for any wrong I may have done to you.
If only I knew I could never share another day with you,
I would make the most of every second.
If only I knew this was the last gift I could give you,
I would surprise you with something that says nothing compares with you.
If only I knew my choices, however small and seemingly insignificant, were taking me away from you, I would turn around and run to you.
If only I knew your hand would never hold mine again,
I would wish this moment would never end.
If only I knew your voice was about to go silent, my words to you would be punctuated with “I love you.”
If only I knew that no word of love is ever lost,
I would have allowed my tongue more freedom to truly speak from my heart.
If only I knew that sometimes it’s better not to know,
I would have spared myself heartaches I was never meant to carry.
If only I knew that grief and heartache could be so deep and devastating,
I would have been there more often for others.
If only I knew that others were watching my life as an example, that my life was influencing others, I would have asked God to shape my character to be a reflection of His heart.
If only I knew how little I actually understood about you, I would listen closer to your words, search out your thoughts, and seek to know the deepest desires of your heart.
If only I knew that my memories of you would be so precious,
I would take the time to carefully gather your life story.
If only I knew our phone call was the last we’d ever have,
I would speak only loving words.
If only I knew I was about to lose your smile,
I would thank you for all the joy you’ve brought to my life.
If only I knew that God created us for a purpose,
I would have passionately sought Him to discover what he desired of us.
If only I knew that it’s never too late to rewrite one’s life story,
I would have asked you to pull out your pen sooner.
If only I knew that sticking with it is a way of life,
I would have learned more from my failures and setbacks.
If only I knew God gives us a lifetime to become the person he wants us to be,
I would have been more patient with you.
If only I knew this was our last walk, I would try to express my feelings for you, even though my words have always been inadequate.
If only I knew you could never tuck me into bed again, I would have cuddled you tight, refuse to rush, and enjoy the wonder of being with you.
If only I knew your days were coming to an end, I would number them carefully one by one and ask God to help me make the best use of my time because the days are far too fleeting.
If only I knew this was our final kiss, I would use it to tell you how much
Aloha Au Ia 'Oe (I love you!)
J
John and Jackie Tobosa posted a condolence
Tuesday, October 7, 2008
Joseph; at one time keiki o ka aina (child of the land); then kupuna (elder leader) of his family. A good and fun man. We will miss him, too. But soon he will return to the island of his birth, the islands of his ancestors, the land of the ancients. And he still will be looking over the family, providing spiritual guidance and in-sight whenever necessary. Our thoughts and prayers are with Judy and all the Kaleiwahea family, at this time. Aloha, Joe.
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Leanne Kahue(Adams) posted a condolence
Tuesday, October 7, 2008
I always enjoyed seeing your face and your smiles since you looked so much like my grandpa, you will be missed
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Trina Lantau posted a condolence
Tuesday, October 7, 2008
Grandpa Joe, I have always enjoyed all the summers I spent with you and Grandma Hazel. I will charish the last time I went charter fishing with you and Judy's boys. I am sorry that I did not keep in touch with you in these last several years. I love you and miss you very much.
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Manny and Rachel Rojas posted a condolence
Sunday, October 5, 2008
Uncle Francis,
We truly enjoyed our time with you and the wonderful stories of family and life in Hawaii. We know you are missed here . However, we know in our hearts you are happy to be with your Ohana.
Love to Aunt Judy and our prayers are with you all.
Love and Prayers,
Rachel and Ohana
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Reid & Gei (Kaleiwahea) Adams posted a condolence
Saturday, October 4, 2008
Dear Uncle Francis,
We so looked forward to your visits as well as your "surprise visits" back home here in the islands. Your wonderful smile will be embedded forever in our memory because this is how we will always remember you. You never forgot your ohana back here in the islands and for that your passing leaves a great void in our lives.
Aloha Oe,
Geri, Reid & the Adams Ohana
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Nichole, Alexis, Christian, Jayden & Leehen posted a condolence
Friday, October 3, 2008
Grandpa Joe-
We love and miss you so very much! You are in a better place now where you can watch over us and guide us all. You are forever in our hearts and will always live in our memories. Thank you for always being such a fun, loving and humorus grandfather. Our days will be a little grayer, but we will shine on in your memory.
Thank you for always showing us how to hold on to our heritage and loving every part of who we are. Because of you not only us, but our children (your great grandchildren) will always know where they come from. You have provided us with knowledge and spirit through your love of Hawaii. Thank you.
Watch over us, keep us safe and we will see you when the time is right!
We love you so much.
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