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JERRY CHO obituary

JERRY CHO Obituary

JERRY CHO Jerry Cho, 80, of Kapolei, passed away on December 2, 2025. He was born in Kealakekua, Hawaii to parents, Louis and Clara Cho on September 29, 1945. He is survived by his wife of 43 years, Diane Cho. He is also survived by his children, Courtney Cho (Thomas), Kelley Stephens (Nick) and Adam Cho (Kanoe), sisters, Shirley Kauhaihao and Charlotte Johnston and his four grandchildren, Tristan, Peyton, Presley and Blaire, who brought so much joy to his life, especially in his later years. Jerry graduated from Konawaena High School in 1963 and served in the US Army and Army National Guard for a number of years. He spent his working years in the elevator trade, working for Otis, Amelco, Montgomery-KONE and finally at KONE Elevator where he retired as a Service Supervisor in 2006 after 37 years of service. He was a proud member of Elevator Constructors Union Local 126. Private services will be held at a later date.

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Published by Star-Advertiser on Jan. 18, 2026.

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Joann dewitt

January 18, 2026

I am so sorry to hear about Jerry's passing. Know that he's in heaven and loving it. God is good and blessings abound. Love and hugs to your ohana.

Ginny Hartung

January 18, 2026

I will always remember Uncle Jerry being warm and kind. He was always a loving family man raised my cousins with Aunty Diane to be the same way. He has surely been welcomed by all family and friends that has passed before him with open arms. He will be missed but remembered by so many.

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