Victims & Missing – Maui Now https://mauinow.com Maui News, Weather, Entertainment & More : Hawaii News Wed, 11 Sep 2024 14:37:02 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.5.3 Tokuda enters names of Maui wildfire victims into the Congressional Record https://mauinow.com/2024/09/10/tokuda-enters-names-of-maui-wildfire-victims-into-the-congressional-record/ https://mauinow.com/2024/09/10/tokuda-enters-names-of-maui-wildfire-victims-into-the-congressional-record/#respond Tue, 10 Sep 2024 22:00:00 +0000 https://admin.mauinow.com/?p=466405 US Rep. Jill Tokuda honored the memory of the Maui fire victims upon her return to Congress on Tuesday morning. While on the House Floor, she read the names of the victims and those still missing (while displaying their photos), entering them into the Congressional Record. ]]>

US Rep. Jill Tokuda honored the memory of the Maui fire victims upon her return to Congress on Tuesday morning. While on the House Floor, she read the names of the victims and those still missing (while displaying their photos), entering them into the Congressional Record. 

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Maui police confirm another fatality from Lahaina wildfire, bringing total to 102 https://mauinow.com/2024/06/24/maui-police-confirm-another-fatality-from-lahaina-wildfire-bringing-total-to-102/ https://mauinow.com/2024/06/24/maui-police-confirm-another-fatality-from-lahaina-wildfire-bringing-total-to-102/#respond Tue, 25 Jun 2024 01:53:39 +0000 https://admin.mauinow.com/?p=459167 The Maui Police Department today confirmed the identity of another victim involved in the West Maui Wildfire incident of August 2023, bringing the total confirmed dead to 102. On Monday, June 24, 2024, the Honolulu medical examiner’s office confirmed Claudette Heermance, 68, of Lahaina succumbed to injuries sustained on Aug. 8, 2023, according to Maui police. ]]>
Lahaina memorial. (9.26.23) PC: Wendy Osher

The Maui Police Department today confirmed the identity of another victim involved in the West Maui Wildfire incident of August 2023, bringing the total confirmed dead to 102. On Monday, June 24, 2024, the Honolulu medical examiner’s office confirmed Claudette Heermance, 68, of Lahaina succumbed to injuries sustained on Aug. 8, 2023, according to Maui police.

Police did not provide further details.

This was the latest confirmed death since February 2024 when police identified Paul Kasprzycki, 76 an artist, craftsman and woodcarver as the 101st fatality of the Aug. 8 Lahaina wildfire.

“Throughout this event, MPD and assisting partners have been working tirelessly to ensure that proper protocols are followed while notifying the families of the victims involved. Our priority is to handle this situation with the utmost sensitivity and respect for those who are grieving,” police said in a press release. “We understand that this is an incredibly difficult time for the families, and we ask that the media and the public respect the privacy of the grieving families.  We will continue to work closely with the families to ensure they are updated and supported throughout this process.”

To date, police have identified 102 individuals and provided next of kin notification to family members.

There were two people on the Maui Police Department’s last “credible list” of unaccounted individuals following the fire. They are: Robert H. Owens and Elmer Lee Stevens.

Previously announced victims of the Maui wildfire disaster:

  • Lydia Coloma, 70, of Lahaina
  • Sharlene Rabang, 78, of Lahaina
  • Lee Rogo, 76, of Lahaina
  • Michael Misaka, 61, of Lahaina
  • Leslie Smith, 80, Lahaina
  • Dale Richter, 66, Lahaina
  • Jeannie Eliason, 57, Lahaina
  • Michael Mahnensmith, 80, of Lahaina
  • Laurie Allen, 65, of Lahaina
  • Franklin Trejos, 68, of Lahaina
  • Allen John Constantino, 25, of Lahaina
  • Felimon Quijano, 61, of Lahaina
  • Luz Bernabe, 64, of Lahaina
  • Joel Villegas, 55, of Lahaina
  • Adela Villegas, 53, of Lahaina
  • Angelica Baclig, 31, of Lahaina
  • Junmark Quijano, 30, of Lahaina
  • Matsuyuki Osato, 83, of Lahaina
  • Michael Morinho, 61, of Lahaina
  • Ediomede Pavian Castillo, 35, of Lahaina
  • Alfred Rawlings, 84, of Lahaina
  • Maria Victoria Recolizado, 51, of Lahaina
  • Justin Recolizado, 11, of Lahaina
  • Terri Thomas, 62, of Lahaina
  • Kirk Carter, 44, of Lahaina
  • James Smith, 79, of Lahaina
  • Revelina Tomboc, 81, of Lahaina
  • Morris Kaita, 74, of Lahaina
  • Richard Kam, 88, of Lahaina
  • Linda Vaikeli, 69, of Lahaina
  • Rex Cole, 64, of Lahaina
  • Janet St. Clair, 75, Lahaina
  • Douglas Matsuda-Boucher, 65, Lahaina
  • Carole Hartley, 60, Lahaina
  • Michael Gordon, 68, Lahaina
  • Marilou Dias, 60, of Lahaina
  • June Anbe, 78, of Lahaina
  • Keyiro Fuentes, 14, of Lahaina
  • Maurice Buen, 79, of Lahaina
  • Buddy Carter, 85, of Lahaina
  • Bibiana “Bhing” Lutrania, 58, of Lahaina
  • Glenn Yoshino, 75, of Lahaina
  • Rafael Imperial, 63, of Lahaina
  • Floyd St Clair, 75, of Lahaina
  • Leticia Constantino, 56, of Lahaina
  • Louise Abihai, 97, of Lahaina
  • Nicholas Turbin, 71, of Lahaina
  • Anthony “Tony” Simpson, 43, of Lahaina
  • Glenda Yabes, 48, of Lahaina
  • John “Thumper” McCarthy, 74, of Lahaina
  • Tim Nakamoto, 69, of Lahaina
  • Leroy Wagner, 69, of Lahaina
  • Joseph Lara, 86, of Lahaina
  • Gwendolyn Puou, 83, of Lahaina
  • Edward Sato, 76, of Lahaina
  • Eugene Recolizado, 50, of Lahaina
  • Mark Kaminsky, 59, of Lahaina
  • David Nuesca Jr., 59, of Lahaina
  • Poomaikai Losano, 28, of Lahaina
  • Carolyn Ono, 73, of Lahaina
  • Pablo Pagdilao III, 75, Lahaina
  • Coleen Jones, 59, Lahaina
  • Roxanne Ibara-Hinau, 68, Lahaina
  • Rogelio Mabalot, 68, Lahaina
  • George Hall III, 67, Kahului
  • Todd Nakamura, 61, Lahaina
  • Bernard Portabes, 75, Lahaina
  • Tony Takafua, 7, Lahaina
  • Salote Tone, 39, Lahaina
  • Faaoso Tone, 70, Lahaina
  • Maluifonua Tone, 73, Lahaina
  • Bette Jo Dyckman, 73, Lahaina
  • Rebecca Rans, 57, Lahaina
  • Tau Ponali, 66, Lahaina
  • Valerie Kauffman, 78, Lahaina
  • Salvador Coloma, 77, Lahaina
  • Carlo Tobias, 54, Lahaina
  • Albert Kitaguchi, 62, of Lahaina
  • Lynn Manibog, 74, Lahaina
  • Clyde Wakida, 74, Lahaina
  • Todd Yamafuji, 68, Lahaina
  • Antonia Molina, 64, Lahaina
  • Freeman Tam Lung, 80, Lahaina
  • Theresa Cook, 72, California
  • Joseph Schilling, 67, Lahaina
  • Narciso Baylosis Jr., 67, Lahaina
  • Vanessa Baylosis, 67, Lahaina
  • Douglas Gloege, 59, Lahaina
  • Juan Deleon, 45, Lahaina
  • Conchita Sagudang, 75, Lahaina
  • Danilo Sagudang, 55, Lahaina
  • Rodolfo Rocutan, 76, Lahaina
  • Jonathan Somaoang, 76, Lahaina
  • Angelita Vasquez, 88, Lahaina
  • Donna Gomes, 71, Lahaina
  • Melva Benjamin, 71, Lahaina
  • Virginia Dofa, 90, Lahaina
  • Alfredo Galinato, 79, Lahaina
  • Robert Dyckman, 74, Lahaina
  • Buddy Jantoc, 79, Lahaina
  • Paul Kasprzycki, 76, Lahaina
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Scholarships awarded in honor of Lahaina fire victim, Clyde Wakida https://mauinow.com/2024/06/13/scholarships-awarded-in-honor-of-lahaina-fire-victim-clyde-wakida/ https://mauinow.com/2024/06/13/scholarships-awarded-in-honor-of-lahaina-fire-victim-clyde-wakida/#respond Thu, 13 Jun 2024 20:21:31 +0000 https://admin.mauinow.com/?p=458252 The Clyde Wakida Scholarship Fund was established through donations from friends and family after the August fire.  This year the Fund awarded five recipients, each receiving $2,000. Recipients were: Carla Mae Agrade, Judy Dela Cruz, Blessy Calapit, Cecelia Steiner and John Tumpap.]]>
Clyde Wakida Scholarship Fund recipients: (L to R) Alexa Hanohano (daughter of Clyde Wakida) Carla Mae Agrade, Judy Dela Cruz, Blessy Calapit, Cecelia Steiner, John Tumpap

The Clyde Wakida Scholarship Fund was established through donations from friends and family after the August fire.  This year the Fund awarded five recipients, each receiving $2,000. Recipients were: Carla Mae Agrade, Judy Dela Cruz, Blessy Calapit, Cecelia Steiner and John Tumpap.

Clyde Wakida died trying to save the Puapihi Street home he and his wife Penny built together 35 years ago, while sending his wife to safety. “Clyde, like so many kūpuna in this tight-knit community, was born and raised in Lahaina and graduated from Lahainaluna High School in ’67. It’s this deeply rooted connection that Penny, a retired Lahainaluna educator, wants to honor through a scholarship fund for current and future Lahainaluna students,” organizers wrote in the GoFundMe account set up to establish the scholarship.

Additionally, a separate fund in Clyde Wakida’s name was set up with the Lahainaluna High School Foundation.  There were three recipients, with scholarships for $1,000 and two for $750. Recipients were: Angelika Simon, Marianne Torricer and Paolo Van Bramer.

(L to R) Alexa Hanohano, Angelika Simon, Marianne Torricer, Paolo Van Bramer, Penny Wakida (widow)
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Memorial consultant to speak at the Rotary Club of Lahaina Sunset, April 2 https://mauinow.com/2024/03/15/memorial-consultant-to-speak-at-the-rotary-club-of-lahaina-sunset-march-19/ https://mauinow.com/2024/03/15/memorial-consultant-to-speak-at-the-rotary-club-of-lahaina-sunset-march-19/#respond Fri, 15 Mar 2024 19:00:00 +0000 https://admin.mauinow.com/?p=447957 Memorial consultant, Greg Miller will be the speaker at the Rotary Club of Lahaina Sunset meeting on Tuesday, April 2, 2024. Miller will share the overview of the process and steps involved in the San Diego Surfer’s Memorial.  He currently serves as the advisor of the Lahaina Town Fire Memorial.]]>
Lahaina memorial. (9.26.23) PC: Wendy Osher

Memorial consultant, Greg Miller will be the speaker at the Rotary Club of Lahaina Sunset meeting on Tuesday, April 2, 2024. Miller will share the overview of the process and steps involved in the San Diego Surfer’s Memorial.  He currently serves as the advisor of the Lahaina Town Fire Memorial.

Miller was a San Diego County District Attorney Investigator and traveled back and forth from San Diego to Maui for over 40 years.  He has resided on Maui for the past eight years and serves as a consultant for the Lahaina Fires Memorial that now stands above the Lahaina Bypass near the Lahainaluna Road overpass.

The meeting will be held at the Aston Paki Maui Resort, Aliʻi meeting room.  The gathering starts with a social at 5 p.m., followed by the meeting at 5:30 p.m.  A light dinner will be served.  

To make reservations to attend the meeting, email Joanne Laird at: mamalrd01@gmail.com.   

*Editor’s Note: This post was updated to reflect a revised date by organizers.

Greg Miller. PC: courtesy.
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Maui police identify 101st Maui wildfire fatality, Paul Kasprzycki, 76 https://mauinow.com/2024/02/13/maui-police-identify-101st-maui-wildfire-fatality-paul-kasprzycki-76/ https://mauinow.com/2024/02/13/maui-police-identify-101st-maui-wildfire-fatality-paul-kasprzycki-76/#respond Tue, 13 Feb 2024 23:10:46 +0000 https://admin.mauinow.com/?p=444839 Paul Kasprzycki, an artist, craftsman and woodcarver credited with creating the welcome to Lahaina signs, was positively identified publicly Tuesday as the 101st fatality of the Aug. 8 Lahaina wildfire.]]>
Paul Kasprzycki, missing since the Aug. 8 Lahaina wildfire, was identified Tuesday as the disaster’s 101st fatality.

Paul Kasprzycki, an artist, craftsman and woodcarver credited with creating the welcome to Lahaina signs, was positively identified publicly Tuesday as the 101st fatality of the Aug. 8 Lahaina wildfire.

Maui police reported that Kasprzycki, 76, was identified by the department’s Cold Case Detail on Feb. 9 as part of “a proactive effort to narrow down the potential last known locations of those who remain unaccounted for.” Family members were notified before the announcement was made public.

“We understand that this is an incredibly difficult time for the families (of wildfire victims), and we ask that the media and the public respect the privacy of the grieving families,” a police news release said.

Jennifer Kasprzycki said her father-in-law’s remains were found after he had been missing since the wildfire devastated Lahaina Town.

Aside from his achievements in art and woodcrafting, Kasprzycki was a published author, she said.

“He was a regular fixture in Lahaina and beloved by many including his family,” she said. “Countless friends and people who may just remember him as the uncle they would see in Lahaina on his bike or at the Pioneer Inn bar (which he refinished). He loved Lahaina and Lahaina loved him. He will be deeply missed.”

Among Kasprzycki’s survivors is his son, Atom Kasprzycki, an architect with Kasprzycki Designs Inc. The firm has created free house plans for Lahaina fire survivors under the Ho’ōla Lahaina Project. Jennifer is an architectural designer with the firm.

The MPD Cold Case Detail is made up of highly experienced investigators who were a part of the department’s Morgue Identification Notification Task Force. Police will continue to investigate any remaining missing persons from the August wildfires.

There are still two people on the Maui Police Department’s latest “credible list” of unaccounted individuals following the fire. They are: Robert H. Owens and Elmer Lee Stevens.

Elmer Lee Stevens (left) and Robert H. Owens (right).

Previously announced victims of the Maui wildfire disaster:

  • Lydia Coloma, 70, of Lahaina
  • Sharlene Rabang, 78, of Lahaina
  • Lee Rogo, 76, of Lahaina
  • Michael Misaka, 61, of Lahaina
  • Leslie Smith, 80, Lahaina
  • Dale Richter, 66, Lahaina
  • Jeannie Eliason, 57, Lahaina
  • Michael Mahnensmith, 80, of Lahaina
  • Laurie Allen, 65, of Lahaina
  • Franklin Trejos, 68, of Lahaina
  • Allen John Constantino, 25, of Lahaina
  • Felimon Quijano, 61, of Lahaina
  • Luz Bernabe, 64, of Lahaina
  • Joel Villegas, 55, of Lahaina
  • Adela Villegas, 53, of Lahaina
  • Angelica Baclig, 31, of Lahaina
  • Junmark Quijano, 30, of Lahaina
  • Matsuyuki Osato, 83, of Lahaina
  • Michael Morinho, 61, of Lahaina
  • Ediomede Pavian Castillo, 35, of Lahaina
  • Alfred Rawlings, 84, of Lahaina
  • Maria Victoria Recolizado, 51, of Lahaina
  • Justin Recolizado, 11, of Lahaina
  • Terri Thomas, 62, of Lahaina
  • Kirk Carter, 44, of Lahaina
  • James Smith, 79, of Lahaina
  • Revelina Tomboc, 81, of Lahaina
  • Morris Kaita, 74, of Lahaina
  • Richard Kam, 88, of Lahaina
  • Linda Vaikeli, 69, of Lahaina
  • Rex Cole, 64, of Lahaina
  • Janet St. Clair, 75, Lahaina
  • Douglas Matsuda-Boucher, 65, Lahaina
  • Carole Hartley, 60, Lahaina
  • Michael Gordon, 68, Lahaina
  • Marilou Dias, 60, of Lahaina
  • June Anbe, 78, of Lahaina
  • Keyiro Fuentes, 14, of Lahaina
  • Maurice Buen, 79, of Lahaina
  • Buddy Carter, 85, of Lahaina
  • Bibiana “Bhing” Lutrania, 58, of Lahaina
  • Glenn Yoshino, 75, of Lahaina
  • Rafael Imperial, 63, of Lahaina
  • Floyd St Clair, 75, of Lahaina
  • Leticia Constantino, 56, of Lahaina
  • Louise Abihai, 97, of Lahaina
  • Nicholas Turbin, 71, of Lahaina
  • Anthony “Tony” Simpson, 43, of Lahaina
  • Glenda Yabes, 48, of Lahaina
  • John “Thumper” McCarthy, 74, of Lahaina
  • Tim Nakamoto, 69, of Lahaina
  • Leroy Wagner, 69, of Lahaina
  • Joseph Lara, 86, of Lahaina
  • Gwendolyn Puou, 83, of Lahaina
  • Edward Sato, 76, of Lahaina
  • Eugene Recolizado, 50, of Lahaina
  • Mark Kaminsky, 59, of Lahaina
  • David Nuesca Jr., 59, of Lahaina
  • Poomaikai Losano, 28, of Lahaina
  • Carolyn Ono, 73, of Lahaina
  • Pablo Pagdilao III, 75, Lahaina
  • Coleen Jones, 59, Lahaina
  • Roxanne Ibara-Hinau, 68, Lahaina
  • Rogelio Mabalot, 68, Lahaina
  • George Hall III, 67, Kahului
  • Todd Nakamura, 61, Lahaina
  • Bernard Portabes, 75, Lahaina
  • Tony Takafua, 7, Lahaina
  • Salote Tone, 39, Lahaina
  • Faaoso Tone, 70, Lahaina
  • Maluifonua Tone, 73, Lahaina
  • Bette Jo Dyckman, 73, Lahaina
  • Rebecca Rans, 57, Lahaina
  • Tau Ponali, 66, Lahaina
  • Valerie Kauffman, 78, Lahaina
  • Salvador Coloma, 77, Lahaina
  • Carlo Tobias, 54, Lahaina
  • Albert Kitaguchi, 62, of Lahaina
  • Lynn Manibog, 74, Lahaina
  • Clyde Wakida, 74, Lahaina
  • Todd Yamafuji, 68, Lahaina
  • Antonia Molina, 64, Lahaina
  • Freeman Tam Lung, 80, Lahaina
  • Theresa Cook, 72, California
  • Joseph Schilling, 67, Lahaina
  • Narciso Baylosis Jr., 67, Lahaina
  • Vanessa Baylosis, 67, Lahaina
  • Douglas Gloege, 59, Lahaina
  • Juan Deleon, 45, Lahaina
  • Conchita Sagudang, 75, Lahaina
  • Danilo Sagudang, 55, Lahaina
  • Rodolfo Rocutan, 76, Lahaina
  • Jonathan Somaoang, 76, Lahaina
  • Angelita Vasquez, 88, Lahaina
  • Donna Gomes, 71, Lahaina
  • Melva Benjamin, 71, Lahaina
  • Virginia Dofa, 90, Lahaina
  • Alfredo Galinato, 79, Lahaina
  • Robert Dyckman, 74, Lahaina
  • Buddy Jantoc, 79, Lahaina
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Maui police identify 100th wildfire disaster victim https://mauinow.com/2024/01/26/maui-police-positively-id-another-wildfire-disaster-victim-all-100-known-fatalities/ https://mauinow.com/2024/01/26/maui-police-positively-id-another-wildfire-disaster-victim-all-100-known-fatalities/#respond Fri, 26 Jan 2024 23:52:53 +0000 https://admin.mauinow.com/?p=442958 Maui police today confirmed the identity of Lydia Coloma, 70, of Lahaina as a victim of the Aug. 8, 2023 wildfire in West Maui. Coloma was previously on a list of unaccounted for individuals, which has now dropped to three people. The latest confirmation completes the public identification process for the 100 known fatalities from the Lahaina fire. ]]>
Lydia Coloma, 70

Maui police today confirmed the identity of Lydia Coloma, 70, of Lahaina as a victim of the Aug. 8, 2023 wildfire in West Maui. Coloma was previously on a list of unaccounted for individuals, which has now dropped to three people. The latest confirmation completes the public identification process for the 100 known fatalities from the Lahaina fire.

“Our hearts go out to the families, friends and community affected by this devastating event,” Maui police said in a press release update. “We will continue to work closely with the families to ensure they are updated and supported throughout this process.”

There are still three people on the Maui Police Department’s latest “credible list” of unaccounted individuals following the fire. They are: Paul Kasprysycki, Robert H. Owens and Elmer Lee Stevens.

Robert H. Owens (left), Elmer Lee Stevens (middle) and Paul Kasprysycki (right).

MPD will only report on individuals who have had an MPD missing person report filed.

  • If you believe an individual is still unaccounted for and their name is not included on the credible list of names, contact the MPD at 808-244-6400 or email unaccounted@mpd.net to file a missing person report.
  • If you are an immediate family member (parent, sibling or child) of an individual you believe is still unaccounted for, live on Maui, and want to provide a DNA sample to assist with the identification process, please call 808-270-7771. 
  • If you live outside of Maui, please contact the FBI at 808-566-4300 or go to www.fbi.gov/MauiFires to receive instructions on how to provide your DNA in this effort.

Previously announced victims of the Maui wildfire disaster:

  • Sharlene Rabang, 78, of Lahaina
  • Lee Rogo, 76, of Lahaina
  • Michael Misaka, 61, of Lahaina
  • Leslie Smith, 80, Lahaina
  • Dale Richter, 66, Lahaina
  • Jeannie Eliason, 57, Lahaina
  • Michael Mahnensmith, 80, of Lahaina
  • Laurie Allen, 65, of Lahaina
  • Franklin Trejos, 68, of Lahaina
  • Allen John Constantino, 25, of Lahaina
  • Felimon Quijano, 61, of Lahaina
  • Luz Bernabe, 64, of Lahaina
  • Joel Villegas, 55, of Lahaina
  • Adela Villegas, 53, of Lahaina
  • Angelica Baclig, 31, of Lahaina
  • Junmark Quijano, 30, of Lahaina
  • Matsuyuki Osato, 83, of Lahaina
  • Michael Morinho, 61, of Lahaina
  • Ediomede Pavian Castillo, 35, of Lahaina
  • Alfred Rawlings, 84, of Lahaina
  • Maria Victoria Recolizado, 51, of Lahaina
  • Justin Recolizado, 11, of Lahaina
  • Terri Thomas, 62, of Lahaina
  • Kirk Carter, 44, of Lahaina
  • James Smith, 79, of Lahaina
  • Revelina Tomboc, 81, of Lahaina
  • Morris Kaita, 74, of Lahaina
  • Richard Kam, 88, of Lahaina
  • Linda Vaikeli, 69, of Lahaina
  • Rex Cole, 64, of Lahaina
  • Janet St. Clair, 75, Lahaina
  • Douglas Matsuda-Boucher, 65, Lahaina
  • Carole Hartley, 60, Lahaina
  • Michael Gordon, 68, Lahaina
  • Marilou Dias, 60, of Lahaina
  • June Anbe, 78, of Lahaina
  • Keyiro Fuentes, 14, of Lahaina
  • Maurice Buen, 79, of Lahaina
  • Buddy Carter, 85, of Lahaina
  • Bibiana “Bhing” Lutrania, 58, of Lahaina
  • Glenn Yoshino, 75, of Lahaina
  • Rafael Imperial, 63, of Lahaina
  • Floyd St Clair, 75, of Lahaina
  • Leticia Constantino, 56, of Lahaina
  • Louise Abihai, 97, of Lahaina
  • Nicholas Turbin, 71, of Lahaina
  • Anthony “Tony” Simpson, 43, of Lahaina
  • Glenda Yabes, 48, of Lahaina
  • John “Thumper” McCarthy, 74, of Lahaina
  • Tim Nakamoto, 69, of Lahaina
  • Leroy Wagner, 69, of Lahaina
  • Joseph Lara, 86, of Lahaina
  • Gwendolyn Puou, 83, of Lahaina
  • Edward Sato, 76, of Lahaina
  • Eugene Recolizado, 50, of Lahaina
  • Mark Kaminsky, 59, of Lahaina
  • David Nuesca Jr., 59, of Lahaina
  • Poomaikai Losano, 28, of Lahaina
  • Carolyn Ono, 73, of Lahaina
  • Pablo Pagdilao III, 75, Lahaina
  • Coleen Jones, 59, Lahaina
  • Roxanne Ibara-Hinau, 68, Lahaina
  • Rogelio Mabalot, 68, Lahaina
  • George Hall III, 67, Kahului
  • Todd Nakamura, 61, Lahaina
  • Bernard Portabes, 75, Lahaina
  • Tony Takafua, 7, Lahaina
  • Salote Tone, 39, Lahaina
  • Faaoso Tone, 70, Lahaina
  • Maluifonua Tone, 73, Lahaina
  • Bette Jo Dyckman, 73, Lahaina
  • Rebecca Rans, 57, Lahaina
  • Tau Ponali, 66, Lahaina
  • Valerie Kauffman, 78, Lahaina
  • Salvador Coloma, 77, Lahaina
  • Carlo Tobias, 54, Lahaina
  • Albert Kitaguchi, 62, of Lahaina
  • Lynn Manibog, 74, Lahaina
  • Clyde Wakida, 74, Lahaina
  • Todd Yamafuji, 68, Lahaina
  • Antonia Molina, 64, Lahaina
  • Freeman Tam Lung, 80, Lahaina
  • Theresa Cook, 72, California
  • Joseph Schilling, 67, Lahaina
  • Narciso Baylosis Jr., 67, Lahaina
  • Vanessa Baylosis, 67, Lahaina
  • Douglas Gloege, 59, Lahaina
  • Juan Deleon, 45, Lahaina
  • Conchita Sagudang, 75, Lahaina
  • Danilo Sagudang, 55, Lahaina
  • Rodolfo Rocutan, 76, Lahaina
  • Jonathan Somaoang, 76, Lahaina
  • Angelita Vasquez, 88, Lahaina
  • Donna Gomes, 71, Lahaina
  • Melva Benjamin, 71, Lahaina
  • Virginia Dofa, 90, Lahaina
  • Alfredo Galinato, 79, Lahaina
  • Robert Dyckman, 74, Lahaina
  • Buddy Jantoc, 79, Lahaina
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Police publicly identify one more victim of Lahaina fire; bringing total to 99 of 100 known fatalities https://mauinow.com/2023/11/14/police-publicly-identify-one-more-victim-of-lahaina-fire-bringing-total-to-99-of-100-known-fatalities/ https://mauinow.com/2023/11/14/police-publicly-identify-one-more-victim-of-lahaina-fire-bringing-total-to-99-of-100-known-fatalities/#respond Tue, 14 Nov 2023 20:12:07 +0000 https://admin.mauinow.com/?p=436177 The Maui Police Department today identified one more victim of the Aug. 8 Lahaina fire: Sharlene Rabang, 78, of Lahaina.]]>

The Maui Police Department today identified one more victim of the Aug. 8 Lahaina fire: Sharlene Rabang, 78, of Lahaina.

There are now 99 people publicly identified of the 100 known fatalities. This leaves one more victim to be identified of the remains that were found following a search of the approximately five-square-mile burn area of Lahaina.

There are still four people on the Maui Police Department’s latest “credible list,” released on Oct. 30, of unaccounted individuals following the fire. They are: Lydia Coloma, Paul Kasprysycki, Robert H. Owens and Elmer Lee Stevens.

Previously announced victims of the Maui wildfire disaster:

  • Lee Rogo, 76, of Lahaina
  • Michael Misaka, 61, of Lahaina
  • Leslie Smith, 80, Lahaina
  • Dale Richter, 66, Lahaina
  • Jeannie Eliason, 57, Lahaina
  • Michael Mahnensmith, 80, of Lahaina
  • Laurie Allen, 65, of Lahaina
  • Franklin Trejos, 68, of Lahaina
  • Allen John Constantino, 25, of Lahaina
  • Felimon Quijano, 61, of Lahaina
  • Luz Bernabe, 64, of Lahaina
  • Joel Villegas, 55, of Lahaina
  • Adela Villegas, 53, of Lahaina
  • Angelica Baclig, 31, of Lahaina
  • Junmark Quijano, 30, of Lahaina
  • Matsuyuki Osato, 83, of Lahaina
  • Michael Morinho, 61, of Lahaina
  • Ediomede Pavian Castillo, 35, of Lahaina
  • Alfred Rawlings, 84, of Lahaina
  • Maria Victoria Recolizado, 51, of Lahaina
  • Justin Recolizado, 11, of Lahaina
  • Terri Thomas, 62, of Lahaina
  • Kirk Carter, 44, of Lahaina
  • James Smith, 79, of Lahaina
  • Revelina Tomboc, 81, of Lahaina
  • Morris Kaita, 74, of Lahaina
  • Richard Kam, 88, of Lahaina
  • Linda Vaikeli, 69, of Lahaina
  • Rex Cole, 64, of Lahaina
  • Janet St. Clair, 75, Lahaina
  • Douglas Matsuda-Boucher, 65, Lahaina
  • Carole Hartley, 60, Lahaina
  • Michael Gordon, 68, Lahaina
  • Marilou Dias, 60, of Lahaina
  • June Anbe, 78, of Lahaina
  • Keyiro Fuentes, 14, of Lahaina
  • Maurice Buen, 79, of Lahaina
  • Buddy Carter, 85, of Lahaina
  • Bibiana “Bhing” Lutrania, 58, of Lahaina
  • Glenn Yoshino, 75, of Lahaina
  • Rafael Imperial, 63, of Lahaina
  • Floyd St Clair, 75, of Lahaina
  • Leticia Constantino, 56, of Lahaina
  • Louise Abihai, 97, of Lahaina
  • Nicholas Turbin, 71, of Lahaina
  • Anthony “Tony” Simpson, 43, of Lahaina
  • Glenda Yabes, 48, of Lahaina
  • John “Thumper” McCarthy, 74, of Lahaina
  • Tim Nakamoto, 69, of Lahaina
  • Leroy Wagner, 69, of Lahaina
  • Joseph Lara, 86, of Lahaina
  • Gwendolyn Puou, 83, of Lahaina
  • Edward Sato, 76, of Lahaina
  • Eugene Recolizado, 50, of Lahaina
  • Mark Kaminsky, 59, of Lahaina
  • David Nuesca Jr., 59, of Lahaina
  • Poomaikai Losano, 28, of Lahaina
  • Carolyn Ono, 73, of Lahaina
  • Pablo Pagdilao III, 75, Lahaina
  • Coleen Jones, 59, Lahaina
  • Roxanne Ibara-Hinau, 68, Lahaina
  • Rogelio Mabalot, 68, Lahaina
  • George Hall III, 67, Kahului
  • Todd Nakamura, 61, Lahaina
  • Bernard Portabes, 75, Lahaina
  • Tony Takafua, 7, Lahaina
  • Salote Tone, 39, Lahaina
  • Faaoso Tone, 70, Lahaina
  • Maluifonua Tone, 73, Lahaina
  • Bette Jo Dyckman, 73, Lahaina
  • Rebecca Rans, 57, Lahaina
  • Tau Ponali, 66, Lahaina
  • Valerie Kauffman, 78, Lahaina
  • Salvador Coloma, 77, Lahaina
  • Carlo Tobias, 54, Lahaina
  • Albert Kitaguchi, 62, of Lahaina
  • Lynn Manibog, 74, Lahaina
  • Clyde Wakida, 74, Lahaina
  • Todd Yamafuji, 68, Lahaina
  • Antonia Molina, 64, Lahaina
  • Freeman Tam Lung, 80, Lahaina
  • Theresa Cook, 72, California
  • Joseph Schilling, 67, Lahaina
  • Narciso Baylosis Jr., 67, Lahaina
  • Vanessa Baylosis, 67, Lahaina
  • Douglas Gloege, 59, Lahaina
  • Juan Deleon, 45, Lahaina
  • Conchita Sagudang, 75, Lahaina
  • Danilo Sagudang, 55, Lahaina
  • Rodolfo Rocutan, 76, Lahaina
  • Jonathan Somaoang, 76, Lahaina
  • Angelita Vasquez, 88, Lahaina
  • Donna Gomes, 71, Lahaina
  • Melva Benjamin, 71, Lahaina
  • Virginia Dofa, 90, Lahaina
  • Alfredo Galinato, 79, Lahaina
  • Robert Dyckman, 74, Lahaina
  • Buddy Jantoc, 79, Lahaina

“MPD and assisting partners have been working to ensure that proper protocols are followed while notifying the families of the victims involved. Our priority is to handle this situation with the utmost sensitivity and respect for those who are grieving,” police said.

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Police publicly identify one more victim of Lahaina fire; bringing total to 98 of 99 known fatalities https://mauinow.com/2023/11/01/police-publicly-identify-one-more-victim-of-lahaina-fire-bringing-total-to-98-of-99-known-fatalities/ https://mauinow.com/2023/11/01/police-publicly-identify-one-more-victim-of-lahaina-fire-bringing-total-to-98-of-99-known-fatalities/#respond Wed, 01 Nov 2023 19:50:29 +0000 https://admin.mauinow.com/?p=434904 The Maui Police Department today identified one more victim of the Aug. 8 Lahaina fire: Lee Rogo, 76, of Lahaina. There are now 98 people publicly identified of the 99 known fatalities. ]]>
Roadside memorialliPC: Wendy Osher (August 2023)

The Maui Police Department today identified one more victim of the Aug. 8 Lahaina fire: Lee Rogo, 76, of Lahaina.

Lee Rogo, 76

There are now 98 people publicly identified of the 99 known fatalities. This leaves only one more victim to be identified of the remains that were found during a thorough search of the approximately five-square-mile burn area of Lahaina.

There are still four people on the Maui Police Department’s latest “credible list,” released on Oct. 30, of unaccounted individuals following the fire. They are: Lydia Coloma, Paul Kasprysycki, Robert H. Owens and Elmer Lee Stevens.

Previously announced victims of the Maui wildfire disaster:

  • Michael Misaka, 61, of Lahaina
  • Leslie Smith, 80, Lahaina
  • Dale Richter, 66, Lahaina
  • Jeannie Eliason, 57, Lahaina
  • Michael Mahnensmith, 80, of Lahaina
  • Laurie Allen, 65, of Lahaina
  • Franklin Trejos, 68, of Lahaina
  • Allen John Constantino, 25, of Lahaina
  • Felimon Quijano, 61, of Lahaina
  • Luz Bernabe, 64, of Lahaina
  • Joel Villegas, 55, of Lahaina
  • Adela Villegas, 53, of Lahaina
  • Angelica Baclig, 31, of Lahaina
  • Junmark Quijano, 30, of Lahaina
  • Matsuyuki Osato, 83, of Lahaina
  • Michael Morinho, 61, of Lahaina
  • Ediomede Pavian Castillo, 35, of Lahaina
  • Alfred Rawlings, 84, of Lahaina
  • Maria Victoria Recolizado, 51, of Lahaina
  • Justin Recolizado, 11, of Lahaina
  • Terri Thomas, 62, of Lahaina
  • Kirk Carter, 44, of Lahaina
  • James Smith, 79, of Lahaina
  • Revelina Tomboc, 81, of Lahaina
  • Morris Kaita, 74, of Lahaina
  • Richard Kam, 88, of Lahaina
  • Linda Vaikeli, 69, of Lahaina
  • Rex Cole, 64, of Lahaina
  • Janet St. Clair, 75, Lahaina
  • Douglas Matsuda-Boucher, 65, Lahaina
  • Carole Hartley, 60, Lahaina
  • Michael Gordon, 68, Lahaina
  • Marilou Dias, 60, of Lahaina
  • June Anbe, 78, of Lahaina
  • Keyiro Fuentes, 14, of Lahaina
  • Maurice Buen, 79, of Lahaina
  • Buddy Carter, 85, of Lahaina
  • Bibiana “Bhing” Lutrania, 58, of Lahaina
  • Glenn Yoshino, 75, of Lahaina
  • Rafael Imperial, 63, of Lahaina
  • Floyd St Clair, 75, of Lahaina
  • Leticia Constantino, 56, of Lahaina
  • Louise Abihai, 97, of Lahaina
  • Nicholas Turbin, 71, of Lahaina
  • Anthony “Tony” Simpson, 43, of Lahaina
  • Glenda Yabes, 48, of Lahaina
  • John “Thumper” McCarthy, 74, of Lahaina
  • Tim Nakamoto, 69, of Lahaina
  • Leroy Wagner, 69, of Lahaina
  • Joseph Lara, 86, of Lahaina
  • Gwendolyn Puou, 83, of Lahaina
  • Edward Sato, 76, of Lahaina
  • Eugene Recolizado, 50, of Lahaina
  • Mark Kaminsky, 59, of Lahaina
  • David Nuesca Jr., 59, of Lahaina
  • Poomaikai Losano, 28, of Lahaina
  • Carolyn Ono, 73, of Lahaina
  • Pablo Pagdilao III, 75, Lahaina
  • Coleen Jones, 59, Lahaina
  • Roxanne Ibara-Hinau, 68, Lahaina
  • Rogelio Mabalot, 68, Lahaina
  • George Hall III, 67, Kahului
  • Todd Nakamura, 61, Lahaina
  • Bernard Portabes, 75, Lahaina
  • Tony Takafua, 7, Lahaina
  • Salote Tone, 39, Lahaina
  • Faaoso Tone, 70, Lahaina
  • Maluifonua Tone, 73, Lahaina
  • Bette Jo Dyckman, 73, Lahaina
  • Rebecca Rans, 57, Lahaina
  • Tau Ponali, 66, Lahaina
  • Valerie Kauffman, 78, Lahaina
  • Salvador Coloma, 77, Lahaina
  • Carlo Tobias, 54, Lahaina
  • Albert Kitaguchi, 62, of Lahaina
  • Lynn Manibog, 74, Lahaina
  • Clyde Wakida, 74, Lahaina
  • Todd Yamafuji, 68, Lahaina
  • Antonia Molina, 64, Lahaina
  • Freeman Tam Lung, 80, Lahaina
  • Theresa Cook, 72, California
  • Joseph Schilling, 67, Lahaina
  • Narciso Baylosis Jr., 67, Lahaina
  • Vanessa Baylosis, 67, Lahaina
  • Douglas Gloege, 59, Lahaina
  • Juan Deleon, 45, Lahaina
  • Conchita Sagudang, 75, Lahaina
  • Danilo Sagudang, 55, Lahaina
  • Rodolfo Rocutan, 76, Lahaina
  • Jonathan Somaoang, 76, Lahaina
  • Angelita Vasquez, 88, Lahaina
  • Donna Gomes, 71, Lahaina
  • Melva Benjamin, 71, Lahaina
  • Virginia Dofa, 90, Lahaina
  • Alfredo Galinato, 79, Lahaina
  • Robert Dyckman, 74, Lahaina
  • Buddy Jantoc, 79, Lahaina

“MPD and assisting partners have been working to ensure that proper protocols are followed while notifying the families of the victims involved. Our priority is to handle this situation with the utmost sensitivity and respect for those who are grieving,” police said.

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Credible missing persons list drops to 4 people unaccounted for from Lahaina fire https://mauinow.com/2023/10/30/credible-missing-persons-list-drops-to-4-people-unaccounted-for-from-lahaina-fire/ https://mauinow.com/2023/10/30/credible-missing-persons-list-drops-to-4-people-unaccounted-for-from-lahaina-fire/#respond Mon, 30 Oct 2023 23:29:18 +0000 https://admin.mauinow.com/?p=434675 On Oct. 30, the Maui Police Department’s credible list of unaccounted for individuals from the Aug. 8 Lahaina wildfire has dropped from five people to four individuals.]]>

On Oct. 30, the Maui Police Department’s credible list of unaccounted for individuals from the Aug. 8 Lahaina wildfire has dropped from five people to four individuals.

Artur Babkov, 35, is no longer on the list. It was not immediately known whether or not he was found safe.

Police say there is only one more set of remains to be identified of the 99 known fatalities. To date, 97 people have been publicly identified.

The four people still on the credible unaccounted for list from the fire include the following:

Lydia Coloma, 70

Lydia Coloma, 70

Lydia Coloma is part of a Filipino family in which multiple members have been confirmed dead, including her husband Salvador, according to a family GoFundMe.

Lydia Coloma is Filipino, 4-10, 120 pounds, with gray hair and dark eyes. She worked at Foodland in Lahaina.

Paul Kasprzycki, 76

Paul Kasprzycki, 76

Kasprzycki lived in a studio on Kupuohi Street in Lahaina and was last seen by family or friends on Aug. 8, according to a report on the Missing Persons Center website.

He is Caucasian, 5-9 and 197 pounds, with gray hair and brown eyes.

Robert H. Owens

Robert H. Owens

Elmer Lee Stevens

Elmer Lee Stevens

If you believe an individual is still unaccounted for and their name is not included on the credible list of names, contact the MPD at 808-244-6400 or email unaccounted@mpd.net to file a missing person report.

If you are an immediate family member (parent, sibling, or child) of an individual you believe is still unaccounted for, live on Maui, and want to provide a DNA sample to assist with the identification process, call 808-270-7771. 

If you live outside of Maui, contact the FBI at 808-566-4300 or go to www.fbi.gov/MauiFires to receive instructions on how you may provide your DNA in this effort.

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Credible missing persons list drops to 5 people unaccounted for from Lahaina fire https://mauinow.com/2023/10/27/credible-missing-persons-list-drops-to-5-people-unaccounted-for-from-lahaina-fire/ https://mauinow.com/2023/10/27/credible-missing-persons-list-drops-to-5-people-unaccounted-for-from-lahaina-fire/#respond Fri, 27 Oct 2023 22:47:38 +0000 https://admin.mauinow.com/?p=434487 On Oct. 27, the Maui Police Department’s credible list of unaccounted for individuals from the Aug. 8 Lahaina wildfire has dropped from six people to five people.]]>

On Oct. 27, the Maui Police Department’s credible list of unaccounted for individuals from the Aug. 8 Lahaina wildfire has dropped from six people to five people.

Lee Rogo, 76, no longer is on the list. It was not immediately known if he was found safe.

Police say there is only one more remains to be identified of the 99 known fatalities. To date, 97 people have been publicly identified.

The five people still on the credible unaccounted for list from the fire:

Artur Babkov, 35

Artur Babkov, 35

Babkov was last seen by the Banyan tree on Aug. 8, according to a report on the Missing Persons Center website.

He is Caucasian of Slavic nationality. 5-10, 150 pounds, black hair, brown eyes.

Lydia Coloma, 70

Lydia Coloma, 70

Lydia Coloma is part of a Filipino family in which multiple members have been confirmed dead, including her husband Salvador, according to a family GoFundMe.

Lydia Coloma is Filipino, 4-10, 120 pounds, with gray hair and dark eyes. She worked at Foodland in Lahaina.

Paul Kasprzycki, 76

Paul Kasprzycki

Kasprzycki lived in a studio on Kupuohi Street in Lahaina and was last seen by family or friends on Aug. 8, according to a report on the Missing Persons Center website.

He is Caucasian, 5-9 and 197 pounds, with gray hair and brown eyes.

Robert H. Owens

Robert H. Owens

Elmer Lee Stevens

Elmer Lee Stevens

If you believe an individual is still unaccounted for and their name is not included on the credible list of names, contact the MPD at 808-244-6400 or email unaccounted@mpd.net to file a missing person report.

If you are an immediate family member (parent, sibling, or child) of an individual you believe is still unaccounted for, live on Maui, and want to provide a DNA sample to assist with the identification process, call 808-270-7771. 

If you live outside of Maui, contact the FBI at 808-566-4300 or go to www.fbi.gov/MauiFires to receive instructions on how you may provide your DNA in this effort.

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