Nainoa K.-Hoe-Obituary

1st Lt. Nainoa K. Hoe

Kailua, Hawaii

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Nainoa K. Hoe was a meticulous college student who worked hard in Army ROTC and earned an MBA, but who also enjoyed singing karaoke and body surfing. "We sang karaoke after our wedding," said his wife, Emily Hoe. "It was a big change because with work, he was so structured and so precise, it was great to see him let go like that." Hoe, 27, of Kailua, Hawaii, was killed by a sniper as he led a foot patrol on Jan. 22. He was stationed at Fort Lewis. Emily Hoe, 21, said she received an e-mail from her husband two hours before he was killed. "He told me how he was going to love me forever and how he couldn't wait to see me," she said. Hoe earned a bachelor's degree in management information systems and an MBA from the University of Hawaii and was praised as a standout ROTC commander. "He was perhaps the best cadet I've ever encountered, one of best cadets this school has ever had," said Army Lt. Col. James Johnson, professor of military science at the university. Hoe is also survived by his father, Allen Hoe, and his mother, Adele.

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Just saw a video of your Dad and your tribute. Thank you for your service.

You are forever in my heart.

In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always. Col. Jim Kelly, US Army Ret.

Thank you Nainoa not a day goes by that all of us don't think of you, how proud we are of you. How you were taken so soon. I was a senior '05 at kapalama campus when we got the news, such a sad day to lose one of our own brothers. Hoorah brother Nainoa, Imua!

I watched the Memorial Day Concert 2024 and was touch by Nainoa´s and his father´s story Forever grateful to all the brave warriors!! May Nainoa never be forgotten!!

I miss Hoe and every other bother we left on the battlefield. Just here to pay my respects..

This entry is in memory & honor of 1st Lt. Nainoa Hoe. We will always be grateful to him for his service & sacrifice for this country.

To the family and friends of 1st Lt. Nainoa K. Hoe:
It has truly been my honor to sign Nainoa's guest book these past few years. Unfortunately, due to complications from my Multiple Sclerosis, this may be the last message I'm able to write. Please forgive me and know that Nainoa will always be remembered in my home.
With love and respect ~ Peggy

January 22, 2012
To the family and friends of 1st Lt. Nainoa K. Hoe:
Always remembering Nainoa. "Some gave all."