John Wilkerson Obituary

JOHN ARNOLD WILKERSON John Arnold Wilkerson, known to his friends and family as Jack, passed away peacefully on October 5, 2025. He was born on November 10, 1939 in Kansas City, Missouri. Jack found his true home in Hawaii, arriving in the summer of 1959 to attend the University of Hawaii. A year later he met the love of his life, Maile, and together they settled in Lanikai where they lovingly raised their three daughters. Jack quickly embraced the vibrant culture and people of Hawaii, becoming a true Hawaiian at heart. He dedicated over 30 years to education, beginning his teaching and coaching career at Kahuku High School before moving to Kailua High School, and finally becoming the Occupational Skills Program Coordinator for the Windward District of Oahu. During these years he continued to inspire countless students. A man of many talents, there wasn't a home project Jack wouldn't tackle or a problem he couldn't fix. Friends and family could always count on him to lend a helping hand or tool, a testament to his generous spirit. Jack was also an avid UH football fan and enjoyed golfing twice a week well into his 80s with a close group of friends, Jack is survived by his wife Maile, daughters Kellie (Bart) Ulansey, Tracy Behler, Erin (Mark) Maretzki, grandchildren Kainoa Behler, Kekoa Ulansey, Nohea Behler, Kai Ulansey, Quinn Maretzki, Noa Ulansey, Jack Maretzki, great-granddaughter Hilina'i Naluai, and brother Joe Wilkerson. There will be a private celebration of life in December. Arrangements Provided By: Nuuanu Memorial Park & Mortuary LLC