Mona Vierra Obituary

MONA MAE KIM MEE CHANG VIERRA Mona Mae Kim Mee Chang Vierra, born on October 5, 1944, daughter of Yun Kui and Elsie Ho Chang of Manoa has passed away. A proud Class of '62 graduate of Sacred Hearts Academy (SHA), she regularly attended SHA events and served on the Board of Directors. Embracing education was paramount to her, so she obtained her Bachelor of Arts, Professional Teacher's Certification, and a Master of Education in Educational Administration all from the University of Hawaii. In 1985, she also earned a Doctorate of Education from the University of Southern California. Mona held various positions over her innovative 40 year career within the Department of Education (DOE) for the State of Hawaii as a classroom teacher for 13 years at Moanalua Intermediate, Vice Principal of Ilima Intermediate, and Principal of Blanche Pope Elementary. For the last 20 years of her career, she held multiple positions as an Educational Specialist allowing her to aid the DOE on a global level by bringing laptops to schools and developing a mentorship program called Community Entrepreneurs. Mona strived to create passionate learners, so she prioritized developing relevant and exciting experiences to spark a love of learning. Mona retired from the DOE in 2007 and looked toward the future. Along with acquiring a Realtor's license, she continued being an active member of the educational society, Delta Kappa Gamma, and faithfully volunteered on Myron B. Thompson Academy's Board of Directors. She also opened the family restaurant, Grand Caf? & Bakery, with fellow business partners, Patsy M. Izumo, and Son, Chef Tony Vierra. She reveled in meeting new people and loved serving regular patrons their infamous cola-braised short ribs and lemon cake. Mona loved good books, live theatre, great food, traveling, her dog, Mame, and the company of family & friends. Survived by Daughter, Jennifer (Jason) Eisenberg, and Son, Tony Vierra. Supportive Popo to Sarah, Amy, Jacob and Samuel Eisenberg. Beloved by Cousins and Family alike - she will be missed! Celebration of Life will be held at St. Pius X in Manoa on Thursday, July 27, 2023. Visitation: 9:00 A.M.; Eulogy: 9:45 A.M.; Mass: 10:15 A.M. Private Inurnment. Arrangements Provided By: Nuuanu Memorial Park & Mortuary LLC