Menu
Search by Name
Search by Name
Erma Lau Obituary
Erma Leialoha Hennessey Lau
Resident of Mountain View
Born Jan. 11, 1933, in Honolulu, HI, passed away peacefully on Jan. 20, surrounded by family.
The youngest of 6 children of Elizabeth Ha'aheo and Thomas Hennessey, she grew up in Kaimuki. She graduated from St. Andrew's Priory School, HI, and then the College of San Mateo, CA.
She married Donald T.F. Lau on June 11, 1966, in HI before relocating to CA, where she worked at Annual Reviews for over 25 yrs.
Family was the one thing that mattered most to Erma. She was a loyal fan (vocal too) at her children's and grandchildren's sporting events and was a 49er faithful. She enjoyed listening to Hawaiian music and dancing the hula, for fun and in competition.
She is survived by her husband Don; children, Guy, Lori Castaneda, Ginger Ramirez (Chris), Liesl Guting (Albert), Deanna Lau; granddaughters Victoria Lau, Deanna and Mariah Ramirez, Elizabeth and Rebecca Guting; great-grandson Lucien, and sister Lorrine Stupplebeen.
A celebration of Erma's life will be held on Thurs., Feb. 10 at 11:00am, viewing begins at 10:00am, at Los Altos United Methodist Church, 655 Magdalena Ave. 94024. Family requests you wear Aloha attire. She will be laid to rest on Feb. 18 at Diamond Head Memorial Park, HI.
In lieu of flowers, please contribute to Stanford Univ, Office of Medical Dev., Attn: Janice Flowers-Sonne, 2700 Sand Hill Road, Menlo Park 94025. Indicate "In memory of Erma Lau - GI cancer research" on your check. Or to St. Andrew's Priory School with "In memory of Erma Lau" noted on the check. Send to St. Andrew's Priory School, Attn: Ms. Kathy Perkins, 224 Queen Emma Square, Honolulu 96813 Please view/sign guestbook at: cusimanocolonial.com
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
Memories and Condolences
for Erma Lau
3 Entries
June Beal
February 9, 2011
Erma was a special lady; a kind, sweet and generous person. I feel honored to have been her friend, and I will miss her so much. You, her
family, have suffered a great loss, but you are all so fortunate to have had her in your lives. May happy memories of her live on in your hearts. Fondly, June Beal
February 9, 2011
I was deeply saddened wth the news of Erma's passing. She was such a sweet, loving and caring person. I will miss her enormously. I am so happy to have had her in my life and will cherish the memories I have of her. My prayers and sympathy are with the family at this time and always. Sending loving thoughts to her family.
Kalau and Richard Cox
sharon & Wil Gatliff
February 8, 2011
Our prayers and gratitude are with you
in your time of sadness
Showing 1 - 3 of 3 results
Make a Donation
in Erma Lau's name
Memorial Events
for Erma Lau
How to support Erma's loved ones
Honor a beloved veteran with a special tribute of ‘Taps’ at the National WWI Memorial in Washington, D.C.
The nightly ceremony in Washington, D.C. will be dedicated in honor of your loved one on the day of your choosing.
Read more
Should I Send Sympathy Flowers?
What kind of arrangement is appropriate, where should you send it, and when should you send an alternative?
Read more
What Should I Write in a Sympathy Card?
We'll help you find the right words to comfort your family member or loved one during this difficult time.
Read moreResources to help you cope with loss
Estate Settlement Guide
If you’re in charge of handling the affairs for a recently deceased loved one, this guide offers a helpful checklist.
Read more
Obituaries, grief & privacy: Legacy’s news editor on NPR podcast
Legacy's Linnea Crowther discusses how families talk about causes of death in the obituaries they write.
Read more
The Five Stages of Grief
They're not a map to follow, but simply a description of what people commonly feel.
Read moreWays to honor Erma Lau's life and legacy
Obituary Examples
You may find these well-written obituary examples helpful as you write about your own family.
Read more
Obituary Templates – Customizable Examples and Samples
These free blank templates make writing an obituary faster and easier.
Read more
How Do I Write a Eulogy?
Some basic help and starters when you have to write a tribute to someone you love.
Read more
