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Harold Kawasaki Obituary

HAROLD MASASHI KAWASAKI 84, of Aiea, passed away peacefully on December 31, 2023. Born in Hilo on September 1, 1939, he retired from the Honolulu Police Department as Deputy Chief and from the Ala Moana Center as Head of Security. Upon graduating from Hilo High School, Harold attended the University of Hawaii, where he played tight end on the varsity football team. A graduate of the FBI National Academy, Harold served as the Hawaii Chapter president. He was also a member of Honolulu Elks Lodge No. 616. He is survived by wife Leilani; daughter Michele and sons Michael (Lani) and Steve (Jerlene); brother Roger (Rosie) of Kula; sister Miyako Pierson formerly of Michigan; stepchildren Troy Fukuhara and Kim (Chad) Koyanagi; grandchildren, step grandchildren, nephews, nieces, and cousins. He was predeceased by parents Tamio and Takiko Kawasaki of Hilo; and sisters Yukie "Yuki" (Robert) Fujinaga of Honolulu and Suzuyo "Sue" (Tomoharu) Nakamura of Hilo. Private services held. No flowers. No koden (monetary offerings). Arrangements Provided By: Nuuanu Memorial Park & Mortuary LLC

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Published by Star-Advertiser on Feb. 25, 2024.

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Carlton Nishimura

March 30, 2024

Leilani I am so sorry for your loss. Harold was a wonderful person and inspired many officers by his outstanding leadership and loyalty. He was like a father to me for many years. Mahalo Harold.

George Smith

March 15, 2024

"I was robbed!", was my standard greeting whenever I bumped into the Chief in the hallway or at an event. He was a Captain at the time when we played softball at Lanakila Field at night. He was playing left field and was backed up close to the fence because we had some pounders in the Alpha Detail. I saw that and decided to place the ball right over shortstop and drop it between Chief and shortstop. I kept it low, but high enough above shortstop. Damn it! Harold read my swing and started charging in even before I made contact. At full speed he came in and snatched it up at a full run. From then until the end of his career, with every ounce of respect he deserved, I admired Harold for the gold standard he set as a police officer and as a leader. To Leilani and family, he has found his peace and has left his mark in this world and your lives.

Ala Moana center

March 1, 2024

Love and Aloha Chief Kawasaki

Carl Razon

February 28, 2024

I had the honor of working with Chief Kawasaki. He was an honorable, caring and devoted man. He will be greatly missed. RIP sir.

Lukela Bagood

February 27, 2024

Condolences to the Kawasaki Ohana. Chief Kawasaki is the best person to work for at Ala Moana. The loyalty we had for Chief Kawasaki is unmeasurable. Thank you Chief Kawasaki for everything and giving me a 2nd chance, I learned a lot.

Chester Desiderio

February 27, 2024

Sincere condolences to the Kawasaki Ohana. Chief Kawasaki is a one of a kind boss at Ala Moana. He encouraged me to become one of Honolulu´s Finest. Thank you Chief, we got the watch from here.

Ersel Kilburn

February 26, 2024

It was a great honor to have known and worked with Hatold in the Police Department and later at Ala Moana. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Skip and Linda Kilburn

Harry Moleta

February 26, 2024

I have worked with Chief Kawasaki in the HPD for over 3 decades up to my retirement. We worked together at Pearl City/Waianae patrol; Narcotics/Vice Division; and in Central Honolulu Patrol. He was a gracious man, dear friend, and great officer!
Harry Moleta

Bill and Joanne Clark

February 25, 2024

Leilani. Our hearts and prayers are with you and your family. We are so sorry to hear of Harold´s passing. He was a kind and gentle soul. Blessings to you all. Bill and Joanne Clark

Charles Duncan

February 25, 2024

Leilani, I´m sorry to hear of Harold´s passing. You have my sincere condolences and my thoughts and prayers go out to you and your ohana. May Harold rest in peace and love.

Sheryl Suni

February 25, 2024

Leilani, condolences to you and the family. I think of you often. Both of you were so kind to me and always a blessing to have in my life. Would love to see you.

Lucille Donohue

February 25, 2024

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
My deepest condolenceLuci Donohue

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