Neal Ken Kanda

I knew Neal as one who truly believed in contributing to the community as part of his life. I got to know him more when he was an active and dedicated officer of the American Judicature Society. He believed in supporting our judiciary as an independent third branch of government. He was unselfish with his time and always there to assist in our activities and meetings whenever he was needed.

Neal was a kind, wonderful friend. We will miss him.

Neal was a good friend who was always there for anyone needing help. Good man lost too early

It´s so sad. Neal had tickets to Japan (to golf with his buddies) that weekend. We´re the same age. He´s quite an icon in Hawaii. President of the Central Pacific Bank followed by CEO of many Hawaiian Companies who took his direction to succeed. Mainly, he was gentle, conscientious & funny. I was lucky to live with him & Aunty Nobu & Uncle Minoru. He pooked lots of fun at me, & we laughed so much. I first met Neal when we were 10. He showed me how to catch birds with a box &...

A great man, a good friend, the pride of Ka´u. You became a better person if you knew Neal. Aloha my friend, we always smiled every time we saw each other, a hui hou.

Neal was a wonderful board member with United Cerebral Palsy Association , where I was the Executive Director. His friendliness, humor and compassion were top notch!! People with disabilities have lost a dear friend. Thank you Neal for your gift of friendship.

A good Man. Always pleasant and a great sense of humor. Mahalo for being a friend and always bringing a smile to my face. A hui hou. The great Kanda!