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Debra I. Aquino Nelson-Kelii

Debra I. Aquino Nelson-Kelii obituary

Debra Nelson-Kelii Obituary

DEBRA I. AQUINO NELSON-KELII Debra I Nelson-Kelii, age 72, of Ewa Beach, HI, passed away peacefully on October 22, 2025. Born on September 1, 1953, Debra was a beloved mother, grandmother, sister who was cherished by family and friends alike for her warmth, generosity, and unwavering kindness. Debra is survived by Bradley Kelii, son Paul A Nelson Jr (Haili), grandsons: Jared, Jonah Jensen-Elijah, son Jonathan Kelii (Jennifer) grandchildren Grant, Troy, and Brooke; siblings: Stanley Aquino (Julie), Wayne Aquino Jr (Naomi), Christine Aquino, Pauline You (Jimon), Earl Locke (Angel), and Suezette Rose (Bill) who will always remember her loving spirit and the countless memories shared together. Throughout her life, Debra touched the lives of many people in her career. Demonstrating a dedication to community service by educating and assisting low-income families with filing taxes throughout the state of Hawaii. As well as her duties to various Hawaiian Civic Clubs. Friends and family are invited to attend a memorial service to honor Debra life, which will be held on November 19, 2025, 9:00 for general viewing and services to follow at 10:00 at Hawaii Memorial Park in Kaneohe. Debra will be missed and remembered for the love, laughter, and kindness shared with all the lives she touched.

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Published by Star-Advertiser on Nov. 10, 2025.

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