Noralynn Mae Samalaulu Schubert

Noralynn Schubert Obituary

NORALYNN MAE SAMALAULU SCHUBERT Noralynn Mae Samalaulu Schubert, aged 70, passed away on February 25, 2025, in Kapolei, Hawai`i, surrounded in love by her children and her mo`opuna. Born on February 1, 1955, Noralynn dedicated her life to service, working for the State of Hawai`i as a Domestic Violence Witness Counselor and retired as a Juvenile Probation Officer. Her professional journey was underpinned by a solid academic foundation, having earned a Bachelor of Social Work from the University of Hawai`i-Manoa and a Master of Social Work from Chaminade University. Nora was known for her resilient and bold spirit, always ready to advocate for others and provide support wherever possible. Her dedication was not only evident in her career but also in her personal interests. She enjoyed sewing, delving into genealogy, singing karaoke, and spending time with her loved ones. She leaves behind a legacy through her children, Theresa Schubert, Amanda Jeanine Schubert (Mike) Wong, Mark Kanemura (Matthew), and Marissa Kanemura-Morin (James); grandchildren, K-Cee Mahina Choy-Ellis, Jaime-Leigh Taimane Choy-Ellis (Travis) Kini, Micah Wong (Moriah), Malia Wong, Tenielle Ellis, Aidan Wong (Marie-Sophie), Aree Ellis, Agenhart Kamealoha Ellis IV, and Emi Kanemura-Morin; and great-grandchildren, Kaile`a Kini, Malakai Wong, and Makoa Wong. Nora also leaves her stepmother, Verna Schubert, and siblings, Gretchen Schubert LeGalley, Wendee Schubert Van Gieson, Maria Creech (Wayne) Bray, Virna-Mae Scanlan (Shayne) Castanera, Dawn-Sheree Young, Peter K. Schubert III, and Kanani Young. She was preceded in death by her parents, Theresa Mae Scanlan Andrade and Peter Kovner Schubert, and her sibling, Byron Schubert. In accordance with her wishes, Nora will be a Silent Teacher at University of Hawai`i, John A. Burns School of Medicine (JABSOM). Nora will return home to O`ahu and Tutuila through a private scattering of ashes held at a later date. Nora's life was a beacon of dedication and service, and her memory will continue to inspire those who knew and loved her.

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Published by Star-Advertiser on Mar. 9, 2025.

Memories and Condolences
for Noralynn Schubert

11 Entries

Richard Lemaota

April 10, 2025

It was a great honor to work alongside such a loving and caring soul. She was definitely a seasoned veteran in our Juvenile Intake and Probation Section that i looked up to in my early years as a juvenile probation officer. Never shy away from speaking her mind and asking the tough questions. She was extremely intelligent and speaks very well. Great advocate for youth involved with the court system. Manuia lau malaga Nora!

Colleen Kelley

March 21, 2025

E Nora,
mahalo i kou aloha i malama `ia me ka ha`aha`a, a me kou hele pu `ana ma ke ala o ke ola. E ho`i `oe i ka poli o na kupuna,
e hiamoe me ka maluhia o ke kai anuenue.

Le uso pele, Nora, fa`afetai mo lou agalelei ma le mafana o lou loto. Ua e tali le vala`au a tuaa, ia malolo i le filemu o le sami to`afilemu, ma le alofa o augatama o lo tatou aiga.

Thank you, Nora,
for the grace of your presence and the gift of your love. May your spirit journey home,
wrapped in the embrace of those who walked before you.

Connie Shigemoto

March 10, 2025

ALOHA Nora till we meet again.
It was an honor serving under your direction as a Board member at 24-7 DANCEFORCE studio. We had some fun times and I treasured your friendship.
You are finally at peace !

April

March 10, 2025

My dear friend Nora, we´ve had the best times together and I will cherish them forever. You will always have a special place in my heart. Thank you for being my inspiration and friend. Love you Always. My deepest thoughts and prayers to your Ohana.

Tracy Ober

March 10, 2025

My sincere condolences, hugs and prays to Nora's entire Ohana. Aloha Tracy Ober!

Bryan Haraguchi

March 9, 2025

My deepest sympathy goes out to your family.

Catherine Buckles

March 9, 2025

My sincerest condolences. I'm praying for comfort for the family. Rest in peace, Nora.

PJ Murphy

March 9, 2025

I'm so sorry for your loss

Mahina

March 9, 2025

Love you Grandma

Bill LeGalley

March 9, 2025

I first met Nora in the early 70s in American Samoa. We soon became close friends- lifelong, and we both watched as our families grew, spending days and making memories in both Hawaii and Samoa. I´m thankful that I had the chance to know her and her family back in those days of innocence when Ohana was everything and the world was a happier place when everyone was together. I will miss her, and my family´s love and prayers go out to Nora, her children and grandchildren

Aidan Wong

March 9, 2025

Grandma, you were a light in life, and a light even after your passing. The stories of who you were and what you did for the family will be passed on to our children and they´ll remember how much of a fighter you were and how much you loved them.

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