Charles Pelekane

Charles Pelekane of Kapaakea died on May 10, 2011 in his home in Kapaakea, at age 81. He was born Jan. 28, 1930 in Kona.

He is survived by his wife Louise Pelekane of Kapaakea; sons Charles Pelekane Jr of Kapaakea and Josephe (April) Pelekane of Kalamaula; daughters Leola (Richard) Dowling of Kalamaula, Lana Pelekane of Kahului, Charlene (Frank) Kekino of Kamalo, Doreen (Kalani) Waikiki of Wailuku, Oriana (Harry) White of Waimanalo; brother Francis Pelekane of Hilo; 21 grandchildren and 33 great-grandchildren.

Friends may call on May 19, 2011 from 9 a.m. with service at 10 a.m. at the Kalanianaole Hall in Kalamaula, Molokai. Cremation to follow.