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Elizabeth Danek Obituary

Elizabeth "Linda" Danek Born on Kaua'i on July 16, 1939, peacefully passed away on September 19, 2009 at the age of 70. She is survived by Les Danek, husband of 35 years; daughter Toni Densing-husband Marcel and twin daughters; Son Kimo Troche-wife Phyllis and five children; four great-grandchildren; two sisters Dolores Schwarz-husband Wayne & Janet Fujimoto-husband Masao; mother Alice Cabacungan age 94. She taught Hula and Ukulele classes for 46 years in San Francisco and the Santa Clara County as Kumuhula for Hula Halau 'O Pi'ilani as well as received honors in various hula competitions in California, Hawaii and many other states. She was well known to all as NT Linda. A Service will be held at 9:00am on Saturday, October 3 at The Lincoln Glen Church 2700 Booksin Ave., San Jose. Arrangements by BEDDINGFIELD FUNERAL SERVICE (408) 777-8100.

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Published by San Jose Mercury News on Sep. 29, 2009.

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Joreen Kaulana Pongasi-Bates

October 2, 2009

Aunty Linda, I was so saddened to hear of this news. I was so thankful after so many years of absences being able to see you and Toni at the Plesanton Competition 2 years ago. My heart aches for all those that were fortunate enough to be taught by you. I know that I am a better Alaka'i to my haumana's because of your teachings! Mahalo & Aloha, Joreen B. Kaulana Pongasi-Bates

Malvini Ohana

September 29, 2009

Aunty Linda- It was your Smile that we saw first when Alexandria decided she wanted to Learn Hula. It was your famous line, "Eat Rice for Breakfast cause cereal cost more than gasoline." That made us laugh every Saturday morning! We'll miss your laugh and your cute jokes. We're Thankful that Alexandria was able to be taught by you for awhile. Our Ohana is glad that you have Kanani. She will carry on the Traditions that you started and one day hopefully pass on to her girls. With Much Love, Aloha!

Michelle Apana-Horn

September 29, 2009

Aunty Linda - thank you for all the years of entertainment. Although I don't dance anymore I spent a few years as part of your halau. You showed me what great hula should look like, and my appreciation for hula has grown because of you. You will be truly missed. Aloha!

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