Don Ho

Don Ho

Don Ho Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on Apr. 14, 2007.
HONOLULU (AP) - Legendary crooner Don Ho, known for his raspberry-tinted sunglasses and catchy signature tune "Tiny Bubbles," has died, his publicist said Saturday. He was 76.

Publicist Donna Jung confirmed the singer's death, but had no details. He had suffered with heart problems for the past several years.

Ho had a pacemaker installed last fall and also underwent an experimental stem cell procedure on his ailing heart in Thailand in 2005.

Copyright © 2007 The Associated Press

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Tom Ratliff

August 1, 2025

When I was a Navy kid living in a hotel on Waikiki waiting for a house to rent, I believe it was 1965, we would have dinner and see Don Ho at the Fort DeRussy O club. Even though he had his own club, he would play for a couple of hours on Wednesday night. He was such a charismatic entertainer, and his kindness and warmth he gave to my parents, siblings and me sticks in my head to this day-July 2025. A great loss to his family, Hawai´i, and the world!

Donna Davenport

August 1, 2023

Growing up in Fiji in the 1960s, I learned to love the Hawaiian music that my father loved, and Don Ho was BIG! In 1983, married and living in Australia, it was my tremendous joy to attend a Don Ho show at the Hilton Hawaiian Village and then go backstage after the show to meet Don. He was intrigued when I told him I had listened to him, growing up in Fiji. Meeting Don was the highlight of my first Hawaiian holiday. Such a generous spirit. Such a legacy!!

Anna V.

January 4, 2017

My brother in law is from Guam. My sister and he met in the military. When they were discharged they arrived in AZ with a collection of Don Ho music. I was quite young and got hook with Tiny Bubbles and my kids sang it when they were little. Being a preschool teacher, I introduced my students to Don Ho and Hawaii. It became a favorite unit with the kids and their families. As adults they still mention how much fun it was. I got phone calls when he passed away, to them it was someone close to their hearts and to mine. Can't think of Hawaii without him and my students and families in grass skirts and leis, having a blast. He was so friendly and joyfilled. Gave us so much joy. PEACE. Anna (Az)

norma sanchez

August 9, 2016

Hawaii will never be the same without you "

Harry Simpson

April 14, 2015

Thank you for sharing a part of your life with us.

Rest Don, until you hear at dawn,
the low, clear reveille of God.

Thank you for your service to this nation.

Apeil Davis

September 8, 2014

I miss you doh ho

March 28, 2014

I saw Don Ho in 1967 at the International Market Place at Duke Konomoka's dinner and show restaurant, got a picture of him going for the 'kill' there, kissing me at the piano, Herb Albert (the Tia Juana Taxi) guy was in the audience. whoop whoop

Sharon Daugherty

January 11, 2014

I was in Hawaii in the 1970's am so happy I was able to hear him sing his show was.something I won't forget

catjy suan

December 27, 2013

I remember
Being a kid my Auntie took my sisters and I to see Don ho. I'm now 51 it was wounderful to see him in person my father is passed on and from Hawaii. I'm Hawaiian as well
I'm from California

Don Roen

November 1, 2013

I saw Don twice, once on my way to Vietnam and again 35 years later with my wife. A wonderful entertainer and patriot.

Betti

October 11, 2013

I will always remember you. I saw you twice in Hawaii, and in California (Bay Area).You put a smile on my face

Lance and Annette Christenson

August 31, 2013

We will never forget the first time we were in Honolulu; our highlight was seeing Don Ho's performance at our hotel. His music lured thousands of mainlanders to his beautiful paradise, and we kept going back. Don Ho, Trader Vic's, and Don the Beachcomber brought polynesian restaurants to the mainland.....Thank you, Don and your family! Rest in the love of Christ.

beryl tyau

March 24, 2013

my life has been a blessing because you hired me. you invited my family to be with your family. the memories of the children on stage and at your house. mahalo for a million memories. i hope i will be able to take care of your children as much as you took care of mine. i will remember you.

becca

January 19, 2013

god bless you don ho, rest in peace!!!! let the doves fly!!!!

Cathy Tipton

June 22, 2012

" I Will Remember You"

April 21, 2012

I am so sorry that after so many years I am planning a Hawaii vacation and Don won't be there. I saw him in Boston in the late 60s or early 70s and have most of his records. God bless him.

Debbie R. Marstons Mills, MA

April 6, 2012

don thank you for being a part of my life when i was a child have alot of good memories. love you . brian

April 27, 2010

DON HO IN 1974 MADE MY GRANDMOTHER SO HAPPY BY PICKING HER OUT OF SEVERAL GRANDMA'S. UNTIL THE DAY SHE DIED IN 1992, SHE TALKED ABOUT HER FEW MINUTES UP ON THE STAGE WITH HIM AND WOULD SMILE FROM EAR TO EAR...... THANK YOU DON HO AND SHINE ON FOREVER......MJNEALON

March 16, 2010

For Don...

WEEP NOT FOR ME


Do not weep for me when I no longer dwell among the wonders of the earth; for my larger self is free, and my soul rejoices on the other side of pain...on the other side of darkness.

Do not weep for me, for I am a ray of sunshine that touches your skin, a tropical breeze upon your face, the hush of joy within your heart and the innocence of babes in mothers arms.

I am the hope in a darkened night. And, in your hour of need, I will be there to comfort you. I will share your tears, your joys, your fears, your disappointments and your triumphs.

Do not weep for me, for I am cradled
in the arms of God. I walk with the angels, and hear the music beyond the stars.

Do not weep for me, for I am within you;
I am peace, love, I am a soft wind that caresses the flowers. I am the calm that follows a raging storm. I am an autumns leaf that floats among the garden of God, and I am pure white snow that softly falls upon your hand.

Do not weep for me, for I shall never die, as long as you remember me...
with a smile and a sigh.


© Joe Fazio
~
[email protected] /Joe Fazio,
Beverly Hills, California

Brooke Schwenke

December 1, 2009

we jut recently learned about Don Ho in our Hawaiian history class.I learned a lot and i wish i were there to listen to his music. He had a huge impact on Hawaii. He showed tourists the Hawaiian culture and brought the AlOHA spirit. We should all remember his contributions to our little island. Mahalo to Mr.Ho and a hui ho!!

Mary Mead

October 16, 2009

I met Don Ho years ago, hello and bye. Later on I got to meet him and spend some time and that is what he did, he made everyone feel special. I met him the night I married on the lagoon at HHVillage and used his photographer, who later introduced us to Don. Immediately Don invited us in and we spent the next few hours talking, laughing, drinking saki and having a wonderful time. There was something about the man, something unique that made peope around him happy. I now am one of those babyboomers he talked about, and he is part of my "memory" down my road. I will Remember You and "This our Wedding Day" always. He sung them so beautifully, I can't imagine anyone else having the same effect he had. I know he is in Heaven brightening hearts. I was blessed for having met him. My condolences (just found this site) to his family.

July 24, 2009

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Mark Mclooney

June 25, 2009

Whether a lifelong friend, an aspiring performer looking for a break, a grandmother from Peoria, or a member of the military, you mattered to Don Ho. In a one-on-one encounter or an appearance before hundreds on his stage, he made you feel special in his genuine "local boy" style.
--
My Hawaiian shirts site

Jim Covey

March 15, 2009

I lived in Hawaii from on and off from 1965-1968 (U. S. Navy and it was the best time of my life and a part of that was Don Ho and his music...from Duke's through the TV shows etc. his music always reminded me of my "adopted home". The first time I heard him sing "I'll Remember You" I was was hooked and bought the album to send back to Texas. That feeling and his music has never left me. He is missed and truly one of a kind...a true Hawaiian Ambassador!

Dennis McSweeney

February 10, 2009

During our R&R in Honolulu, 1968, we participated in all Don Ho's shows. Each evening Don recognized the servicemen who were at the show. Don also had my spouse come up on stage and sit in his lap while he sang one of her favorate Don Ho songs. I'll never forget that week w/Don Ho at Dukes.

Nancy Schweitzer

February 4, 2009

In 1969, when I worked at Crazy Shirts in the Market Place, I so enjoyed listening to Don Ho and the Ali'is warming up behind us there at Duke's. When my sis and parents vacationed in the Islands with me in 1974, I took them to hear Don Ho and had a wonderful evening of "Tiny Bubbles" and fond memories. Mahalo, Mr. Ho, for the silky refrains and soft stage lights.

Marvyn Taylor

January 13, 2009

Don Ho was a very special person and a great voice with his special talent . He was Mr. Hawaii traveling to Hawaii will never be the same may god bless Don"

Pat Duffus

August 28, 2008

I just saw the funeral on tv of Do Ho here in Florida. I never got the pleasure to hear him in person I always knew of him. Great singer. I'm so sorry that we all lost him and Dayna. God bless you all and keep you in His arms. I watch it twice . I just got Hawaii tv here in Florida. And the first thing i wanted to watch was Do Ho remember. I love Hawaii and hope to go next year.God willing. Thank you for sharing him with us and also about your sister sorry also that she is gone.

M.E. MATTOS

January 29, 2008

GOD BLESS FOR ALL THE LOVE AND ALOHA YOU SHARED TO ALL THAT KNEW YOU.AND TO ALL THAT HEARD YOU GOD BLESS.

marlene mattos

January 29, 2008

GOD BLESS YOU ALL YOUR DAD I GREW UP TO HIS MUSIC AND I WAS BLESSED TO HAVE THAT IN MY LIFE.ALWAYS BLESSINGS NEVER LOST'ES . WE WERE ALL BLESSED TO HAVE KNOWN DON OR IF YOU HEARD HIS MUSIC YOU KNEW THE MAN HE'S WHAT HELD AND KEPT THE ALOHA ALIVE GOD BLESS .FOR YOUR BLESSING'S .DON HO .

Vincenzo Magno

January 4, 2008

I was so sad to hear about the passing of Hawaii's icon.Don was the man,the myth, and the legend.He will always be the big Kuhana.I plan to visit Hawaii in the very near future.I can remember when he appeared in Hawaii Five-O & Magnum P.I.He will always be remembered.Salute! Don Ho !

connie jeffers

December 12, 2007

do ho was the best.. at his shows in 1966 i would sit in the front row .. he got to know me actually and he called me legs.. he was so special and i have fond memories of our few times togther as friends.. fabulous person... miss him so when i return to hawaii.. now being 64.. oh where does the time go... god bless

Judith Hopkins

August 23, 2007

I think of him every single day; his music; his life; his Island.

There has never been a better entertainer; one of the all time regrets of my life is that I never got a chance to meet him.

Andrew Fox

August 1, 2007

My deepest sympathy to his family. His music will forever live in our hearts.

Pam Young

May 13, 2007

To the family of Don Ho and Dayna Ho-Henry, Please accept my sincere condolences at this sad time of their death. I visited Hawaii in 2002. I stayed at the Waikiki Beachcomber and heard Don Ho and his family sing there. He and your family made our visit truly memorable. Thank you for the music and aloha spirit. I will remember you and my wonderful visit to Hawaii forever.

Albie Frates

May 5, 2007

I was extremely fortunate to have grown up in Hawaii from 1949 through 1966 and Don Ho was our "local boy who made good". I was shocked to hear the news that he was gone. My memories of Hawaii and Don Ho are forever. I think his spirit will live on because Don Ho was "no ka oi'" (the best).

Joanie Ackerman

May 5, 2007

To the Don Ho family i truly believe we have lost such a wonderful man and entertainer and so much more. I will miss seeing him when i visit there. I have loved him since i was a child and i will cherish the memories of his show and all the aloha that he gave.Hawaii will not be the same. May god bless all of the HO FAMILY.

Red Billy

May 5, 2007

Tiny Bubbles....I went with my aunt to Hawaii in 1966 and saw his show. As a teenager, who loved the Ricky Nelsons, I was impressed with the warmth of his voice, his songs stayed with me over forty years. Mr. Ho was a legend in Hawaii and always will be, his warmth, personaltiy and kindness to his fans will be remembered by all who met or heard him. To Don Ho's family, my deepest sympathy, to his friends, all of Hawaii and his fans, my deepest sympathy. Mr. Ho, you will be missed but your music will live on forever. Happy Sunsets and many of them.

Michael Medeiros

May 3, 2007

Don Ho was one of a kind.He will always be loved.I will always remeber his smile and the love he give.Aloha Don Ho.Michael

colleen gorrie

May 2, 2007

many of us are shading tears of sorrow for known we wont see ya tommrow...aloha dear don aloha

cody bear

May 2, 2007

may you rest in peace and may the spirit of yours be always remebered.

mudji Versteeg

April 29, 2007

To The Don Ho Family and friends
we the versteeg and Salzmann would like to sent our deepest sarrow in the lost of your father and Husband. we enjoyed so much of hearing his music.

Keith & Martha Phillips

April 27, 2007

My husband and I had the pleasure of meeting Don and enjoying his show in 2002. We were impressed by the genuine warmth and friendliness he showed to everyone. Mahalo for sharing Don with us and blessings to the Ho family.

Patsy Jo Reed Sircy

April 27, 2007

Sincere Sympathy to all who loved our very special singer who took us away from all our problems to a magical place! I am a nurse and friend of his cousin, Ziona WALLACE Huntsman, who adopted Tennessee as her home and is much loved and treasured here. She still can hula and shares her heritage with her friends. LOVE and SYMPATHY, Pat - PJ

Roberta Bruton

April 26, 2007

I would like to express my sincere sympathy to the family and friends of Don Ho. As a young married wife and mother, I heard the song "Tiny Bubbles" and made the statement I would love to meet that singer and listen to him sing. My husband and I were finally able to go to Hawaii in 1973. Of course, we made a special effort to attend his show. It was everything and more than I wanted it to be! We stood in line for over an hour to get his autograph and lo and behold I also got a big kiss. Some dreams turn out as good as the dream, this one did. Thanks to you and your family for sharing him and his talent with the public. My heart is sad at his loss, but full of joy for the legacy he left us. I am a 67 year old great-grandmother that has shared this story and my 8x10 picture with each generation. You are in my prayers.

DARLENE SULLIVAN

April 25, 2007

I REMEMBER AS A YOUNG GIRL PLAYING HOOKY FROM SCHOOL JUST SO I COULD WATCH HIS SHOW NOT KNOWING NEARLY 30YEARS LATER THAT I WOULD HAVE A CHANCE TO MEET HIM. HE WAS VERY WARM AND LOVING, AND LAUGHED WHEN I TOLD HIM MY STORY. GOING TO THE ISLANS AND NOT SEEING DON FOR ME WOULD NOT MAKE THE TRIP COMPLETE, MY HEART AND PRAYERS GO OUT TO HIS FAMILY. DON I LOVE YOU AND MISS YOU

Tina Sanvido

April 24, 2007

May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.

C. Moses

April 22, 2007

To the Family of Don Ho,

Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time. Don was a great musician and well liked.

Nane Aluli

April 22, 2007

Don Ho and the Aliis bring back so many memories of the mid 60s in Waikiki. Those were wonderful, carefree times when the Islands were not so crowded and Waikiki was a fun place. Don, may your rascal soul rest in peace and Mahalo for those wonderful times, wonderful songs, wonderful memories.

Barney Agor

April 21, 2007

Aloha to you , my Brother. The life of our people remains intact through our music and songs. Your contribution is a living testimony of our will to endure as the Hawaiian people. We can never thank you enough for the legacy that you have given us through your song and music. Mahalo.
Aloha ke Akua,
Barney Agor
Ambassador Designate to the United States for the Kingdome at Hawaii
Ke Apuni O Hawaii Nei

Diane Tim

April 20, 2007

Our hearts go out to you at this time and in the days ahead. My husband and I were raised around the music of Don Ho, he was and always will be the "king" of Hawaii.

mike marbes

April 20, 2007

tiny bubbles was my favorite song by don ho when i was just a kid

Robert Aho

April 20, 2007

You will be missed.But now you are a free spirit. God Bless You and yours.

Nadine Mortimer

April 20, 2007

I got married on kauai in 1997' and as we were landing there, Dons wonderful song Beautiful kauai" was
on my CD walkman. He has given so many of us a glimpse of paradise, with his song, his Island generosity
and his sweet soul. May you soar to heaven on the wings of Hawaiian
angels. Aloha Oe' Don

Peggy Boggs

April 20, 2007

My family will also miss you,Don Ho.I heard him sing "tiny bubbles"
and fell in love with it. When my
daughter was born in 67 I sang it to her,and when my granddaughter was born 94 I also sang it to her
as a lullabye. Eventhough I never
met Don Ho, his song will live in
my heart forever.His beautiful voice will be missed by 3 gener-
ations. Heaven now has another
beautiful voice.

SHEILA GREENHALGH

April 20, 2007

My lifelong dream was to meet Don Ho, and in 1994 when I married my husband took me to Waikiki for our honeymoon. We went to Don Ho's dinner show and my dream was made. To hear him sing and have my picture taken with "Mr. Hawaii" is a night I will never forget. And the pictures of him and I hang proudly on my wall. He will be missed so. My thoughts and prayers are with his family.

Roseanne Paterson (Burns)

April 20, 2007

You are a great memory to me and my mom who passed away - as you had her up on the stage as she was the oldest great grandmother at your show that night - you are gone but not forgotten. Sincerely

Lauie Jaffe

April 20, 2007

A wonderful talent has been silenced but his music and memory will forever be in people's hearts. He made us feel happy.

Margarete Blauvelt

April 20, 2007

Did not know you personally but knew your cousin, who loved you so much. Our sympathy to the family for your loss.

Frank Polski

April 20, 2007

We will miss you Donny

derfy niegocki

April 20, 2007

We will miss you Donny

Karen Davis

April 20, 2007

In l974, after your show, I sat on your lap, had my picture taken with you and was so happy to hear and meet you. You will be missed

Corky Braznell-Schuhwerk

April 20, 2007

One of life's cherished memories is of a friendship formed with Don Ho and his Aliis back in 1962 at Honey's in Waikiki, during the year I lived in the paradise known as Hawaii. My deepest sympathy is extended to his family, and to the world of others who loved him throughout the years. We were all blessed to have shared a space in time with him, and shall remember him always with aloha.

Linda Nolan

April 20, 2007

Aloha,

I offer my deepest, most sincere sympathies and condolences to the Don Ho family.

For over forty years I have loved listening to the music of this man who charmed and entertained our beautiful Hawaii. When I first saw him in Waikiki, he asked me to get up on stage and "taught me" the hula. What a fantastic gift he had of engaging his audience in such a warm, caring manner.

Each performance I felt swept away by his warmth and personality. The last time my husband and I saw him was on Maui at the Ritz Carlton, when we were celebrating our wedding anniversary, and, as usual, he took time to stop and talk to us.

One of my favorite songs is (and he told a poignant story about the man who wrote the song) "I'll Remember You" ... Yes ... Don, I'll Remember you.

Go with God.

Mahalo,
Linda Nolan

Bettie Whipple

April 20, 2007

Dear Don Ho, We mourn the passing of a most beautiful light and voice in our world and know that it will not be the same without you and your beautiful music. We will listen to your CDs and be comforted that you are now in a much more beautiful place, singing with the angels. The first time I heard "I'll Remember You" and The Hawaiian Wedding Song", the hairs on the back of my neck stood on end-it was love personafied. Aloha nui and Mahalo dear Don

Sally Hille

April 20, 2007

I interviewed Do Ho for my radio show...He was very cooperative and interesting. I took a group there with my radio show...and we all loved him...He will be missed. Sally Hille, Nokomis, Florida

Ginny

April 20, 2007

I enjoyed hearing your music as a little girl and seeing your handsome face on TV. My Mother adored you and played your albums by the hour. So when I think of "Tiny Bubbles", I think of my Mother as she would sing along with you...I also came to love your smooth, soft voice. Thank you for what you gave to us! My sympathy to your Family in their time of sorrow. You were too talented to be lost....I'm positive the Heavens are now filled with "Tiny Bubbles"... Bless you.

Ken Rothman

April 20, 2007

My Condolences To Don's Family, Friends, As Well As To All Those Who Knew Him And His Music. I Had The Pleasure Of Meeting Him After Seeing His Show On Waikiki Years Ago. He Will Surely Be Missed!

Cynthia LeCroy

April 20, 2007

I had the pleasure of seeing DoN Ho twice in Hawaii. Once as a teenager and later as an adult. I fell in love at first sight, came back to Tennesee and bought all his music and was teased by friends constantly for being in love with Don Ho. You know what, I am 46 years old and I still am. Still My greatest thrill was getting called upon stage to dance on his show when I was a teenager. I still have the pics they took and now I will cherish them more than ever. Thanks Don and I will remember you. Cynthia LeCroy, Tennessee

Carolyn Lunsford

April 20, 2007

You are in my thoughts and prayers.

Gerry Broussard

April 20, 2007

Oh My.... What can I say? I've loved Don's music for many years and got the opportunity to see him perform in person back in 1968 while on R&R in Honolulu during the Viet Nam War. It was the most thrilling experience in my life. He was such a gentleman and smooth performer, I felt like he was singing to only me. He was graced with such a beautiful talent, there will never be another like him. I know he is singing to the angels in heaven now and is still making the hearts flutter for all those up there who have ever known his music. May you rest in peace, Don. ALOHA

Charles Lunsford

April 20, 2007

Please accept my deepest sympathies.

Patricia & Gary Ratliff

April 20, 2007

What a loss the world has had with the passing of Don Ho. My husband was stationed in Japan in 1984-85 and had a meeting at Hickman AFB, so I flew over and for 2 weeks. We stayed at the Rainbow Towers there in the Village, so we went to see Don Ho's show. What a man! After the show we got to talk to him and we both got to sit on his lap and had our picture taken with him, something we will never forget. Our thoughts and prayers go out to the family of Don Ho. There will never be anyone to replace this man and in our hearts he rates up there with Elvis. They both are singing together now in the Lord's choir. God Bless all of you!

Pamela Wakuta

April 20, 2007

I have fond memories of Don Ho and the Alii's. As a little girl I loved listening to his music and one of my favorite songs were "A Lover's Prayer", "Sweet Someone", "E Lei Ka Lei Lei", and of course "I'll Remember You". I am now 45 and I still enjoyed listening to his music. You will be genuinely missed as one of Hawaii's greatest entertainer. May God Bless You and Your Family as we bid you a farewell.

Veronica Boyd Se'e

April 20, 2007

Aloha Don Ho I will always remember you.

randy usner

April 19, 2007

i loved don ho, he was the essence of hawaiian/pacific living.

JAMIE JENKINS

April 19, 2007

SORRY ABOUT THE LOSS

Rebecca Hernandez

April 19, 2007

"Don Ho used to been in the lotion commercials back in the 70's. " But he also appeared in I Dream of Jeannie and Charlie's Angels when it's Cheryl Ladds became a new angel in Angels in Paradise when he appeared himself played charlie townsends friend who answered subrina' question. "Rest in peace Don."

Mary Lou Flesh

April 19, 2007

Im sorry to hear about Don Ho is passing away. Im really miss him alot and Im m iss to hear his singing voice. My Favorite song is Tiny Bubble. Im remember I met Don Ho that he was at Turning Stone Casino .

Ruth Madar

April 19, 2007

I have fond memories of his music. He'll be remembered by many.

DOT

April 19, 2007

I HAVE FOND MEMORIES OF SEEING DON'S SHOW IN HAWAII MANY YEARS AGO. IT IS A GREAT LOSS TO THE ENTERTAINMENT FIELD OF HAWAII. ALOHA.

Barb

April 19, 2007

On behalf of my mother, Virginia "Ginger" Kuehl, who crossed over in 1971, and who so richly and thoroughly enjoyed the music of Don Ho, especially the song "Tiny Bubbles" - Heavenly "Aloha Oe."

Charles Boeing

April 19, 2007

Don's music brought smile to our life many many times. Tiny Bubbles
from the Republic of Hungary. Aloha! Thanks for the memories.

LYNDA HOSKINS

April 19, 2007

I GREW UP LOVING HIS VOICE. AND HIS SWEET SMILE. I WILL MISS HIM/

Mona Jennings

April 19, 2007

I will always remember watching your show on TV. You were so much fun to watch. You were a good soul.

James Bowman

April 19, 2007

The Don Ho show has a special memory for us, as we were married in Honolulu and spent our wedding day at his show 39 years ago. We returned in 2004 & took our family to see Don. We brought pictures from the 60's just for Don. What a gracious man and what fun to have him remember those days with us. He will be missed...Mahalo. God Bless his family.

Barbara Ronto

April 19, 2007

I saw Do Ho in Hawaii many years ago and enjoyed him so very much , my heart goes out to the family, he was a great entertainer

Theresa

April 19, 2007

Aloha A Hui Hou

Terri Conner

April 19, 2007

I will miss taking my family to your shows when they came from the mainland. Aloha!

MARY C. ROBINSON

April 19, 2007

APRIL 19, 2007

MY DEEPEST SYMPATHY TO THE FAMILY OF DON HO. IT IS NOT ONLY A SAD TIME FOR HAWAII, BUT FOR ALL THAT HAD THE PLEASURE OF BEING ENTERTAINED BY THIS GREAT LEGEND. MAY YOU FIND COMFORT IN KNOWING GOD NEEDED ANOTHER FLOWER FOR HIS BOUQUET.

MAHALO AND GOD BLESS.

Susan Roscillo

April 19, 2007

Your Beautiful Smile and Your Song
will allways be with me.
Susan Roscillo Largo,Fl.

Joyce Barton

April 19, 2007

Aloha to my favorite singer.

BRENDA BARNHART

April 19, 2007

GOD NEEDED ANOTHER BEAUIFUL SINGER IN HEAVEN.MY HEART GOES OUT TO THE HO FAMILY. BRENDA B. OF BAKERSFIELD,CALIFORNIA

Camellia Fichtler

April 19, 2007

In My Pocket

I have memories in my pocket.
They rattle among the change.

My memories of you are treasures I carry wherever I go.

They are stored in bits and pieces, parts of a beautiful whole
They give me comfort when I think I am alone.

Yes, I have memories in my pocket, like so much other stuff I keep there.

But of all the treasures I have, it’s the memories of you that are the most precious.

lynn ambrozi

April 19, 2007

LYNN (ST JOSEPH MISSOURI)

Nicki Pettifer

April 19, 2007

We were in Hawaii just last month and saw Don Ho there. We are very saddened by his passing. Thank you for my favourite song, I'll Remember You, which is coincidentally so appropriate at this time. Mahalo for all that you gave to the world. Rest in peace in paradise.
Nicki and Clive (Edmonton, AB, Canada)

PATRICIA HARRIS

April 19, 2007

GOD BLESS DON HO FAMILY. AND MAY YOU REST IN PEACE MY FRIEND.
Mahalo, Patricia Harris

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