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James Arakaki Obituary

JAMES YOSHIO ARAKAKI 82, passed away peacefully at his home of 55 years in Hawaii Kai on September 3, 2025. He was born on April 4, 1943, in Makawao, Maui, graduated from Roosevelt High School Class of 1961, served in the United States Air Force from 1961 til 1965, worked as a postal carrier for over 35 years in Honolulu, and was a past member and judge for the Kaimuki Orchid Society. He is survived by his daughter, Ame (Scott). Predeceased by wife May Taeko Arakaki (Oya) and son Ryan Jay Arakaki. A Celebration of Life will be held at the Nu'unau Memorial Park & Mortuary on Thursday, October 30, 2025, from 9:30 a.m., with Services at 10:30 a.m. Burial at the Hawaii State Veterans Cemetery at 2 p.m. Arrangements Provided By: Nuuanu Memorial Park & Mortuary LLC

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Published by Star-Advertiser on Oct. 19, 2025.

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